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Three heli-skiers have been confirmed dead after getting caught in a large avalanche Tuesday afternoon. Plus, One day after President Donald Trump announced to a joint session of congress he would take “historic action to dramatically expand production of critical minerals and rare earths here in the USA” — an Alaska DNR geologist said Alaska has almost all of the critical minera...

On Tuesday, after the president spoke to combined Congress, John Thompson sat down with Alaska Gov. Mike Dunleavy to get his reaction to the speech.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alaska State Troopers will lead search and rescue operations on Wednesday for multiple heli-skiiers stranded Tuesday outside of Girdwood. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President Trump's address to Congress this evening comes as China and Canada reveal how they plan to respond to the U.S.'s steep new tariffs on imports. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anchorage police are looking for a suspect in connection to the murder of a woman in Anchorage’s Mountain View neighborhood last week. Plus, in the last two weeks, Anchorage has seen at least two fires in vacant buildings that people were illegally occupying — Anchorage Fire Chief says abandoned buildings pose a fire risk and it’s the owner’s responsibility to keep them pro...

Two fired Alaskan federal workers speak out as Americans across the country stand in solidarity for 'Nationwide Day of Action.' Plus, from powerful performances to heated debates, see the high schoolers from around the state bringing their best for the State Drama, Debate & Forensics championships. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The owner of the famous "Star" the reindeer in Anchorage says someone broke the lock of the reindeer's pen last week, after spraying an unknown substance on the animal, causing it to become sick. Plus, Alaskans are readying for the 53rd running of the Iditarod, which will be celebrated Saturday in Anchorage with the ceremonial start before the official restart Monday in Fairbanks. And while it loo...

President Trump is getting ready to welcome Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelenskyy to the White House. This week marks three years since the start of the war, and the high-stakes meeting could have impacts that reach far beyond Washington. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Officer body camera video depicting the final moments of a police shooting that left a 30-year-old woman dead in Juneau was released Thursday. Plus, Anchorage police have released new details about an officer-involved shooting that happened inside a midtown hotel room Friday that left a suspect dead and five hostages free. Those stories and the latest weather on this Thursday. See omnystudio.com/l...

Retired midwife, communications expert and author Lena Morgan shares how her groundbreaking "Fight Languages" framework helps people navigate conflict, foster understanding and build stronger relationships in every aspect of life. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anchorage School District families and staff are reacting after the district passed sweeping cuts for next year's budget, ones that will cost meaningful jobs, activities and programs.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After sweeping budget cuts within the Anchorage School District were approved Tuesday night, many within the ASD community facing the possible reality of seeing their jobs, programs, or activities cut. Plus, UA Board of Regents passes a motion to remove DEI references from titles, websites and printed materials. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Anchorage School Board passed a new budget filled with tough cuts to close a $100 million deficit. At the same time, the Board also crafted an amendment that would reverse cuts in the event of a future boost to the Base Student Allocation to the tune of $71 million. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A field of 33 race teams will take on a shortened course in Saturday’s ceremonial start to the 53rd running of the Iditarod. Plus, last week, Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport Police and Fire (ARFF) departments responded to three reports of a potential emergency with cargo planes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Uncertainty and concerns around the recent cuts to federal services include the impact on friends and families in the Denali Borough, according to Borough Mayor Chris Noel. The borough is home to Denali National Park and Preserve, which employs about 130 year-round residents. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tourism in Alaska is a significant pillar of the state’s economy according to the Alaska Travel Industry Association. Plus, the Anchorage School District is recommending that Rilke Schule German Immersion School move into Lake Hood Elementary next school year and that Highland Academy Charter School move to the building that Nunaka Valley Elementary students currently occupy. See omnystudio....

The White House appears to be getting at least a bit of push back after more federal workers -- including high-ranking members of the U.S. military -- were laid off or fired in recent days.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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A man charged with murdering his daughter in 2021, because he believed she was possessed by the devil, was sentenced to 50 years to serve for second-degree murder. Plus, Anchorage police say a person who barricaded themselves inside a hotel near midtown early Friday morning after holding five hostages was killed amid an exchange of gunfire between them and police. See omnystudio.com/listener for p...

Mass layoffs of federal workers imposed by the Trump administration can go forward, according to a judge's ruling. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Executive orders signed by Donald Trump have put plans to expand EV infrastructure in the interior on pause as organizations await further guidance. Plus, an Anchorage family aims to bring awareness to domestic violence this Saturday during a USA Track and Field Alaska Association (USATF) track meet. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ashley Strong, a trailblazing beauty artist from Anchorage, gained viral fame for her creative looks and mental health advocacy, ultimately redefining the influencer space. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A former University of Alaska Fairbanks grad is accused of leading a deadly cult. What we know about the nationwide investigation into former Alaskan Jack LaSota and his extremist Zizians group. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The apparent leader of the cultlike group Zizians prosecutors have connected to killings across the U.S. has ties to Fairbanks. Plus, six weeks after Anchorage police say they shot an armed robbery suspect who was wearing an ankle monitor, Dept. of Corrections leaders in charge of the state’s electronic monitoring program updated lawmakers on the system in general. See omnystudio.com/listene...