Alaska's News Source

Today on The Morning Edition, pain and confusion for the family of a teen whose body was dragged through the streets of Utqiagvik. What the Mayor's Office is now saying. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Many Alaska school districts are grappling with outsized budget deficits, and the Anchorage School District is no exception. Hear ASD Superintendent Jharrett Bryantt's plea to state leaders for assistance.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dozens of chanting protestors waved signs outside the Anchorage offices of Alaska Senators Lisa Murkowski and Senator Dan Sullivan Wednesday, joining a nationwide protest over President Donald Trump’s policies. Plus a murder trial began Tuesday for a man accused of shooting an employee at an Anchorage apartment complex after learning his lease would not be renewed. See omnystudio.com/listene...

The Anchorage School District is trying to close a $100 million budget gap. Reporter Joe Allgood sat down with Anchorage School District Superintendent Dr. Jharrett Bryantt to discuss that topic and others. Here is the extended version of that conversation.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Anchorage School District has proposed making widespread budget cuts, including reductions in staffing and extracurricular activities. Listen to the latest. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A deadly shooting involving officers and a man wandering through traffic with a weapon closed down a stretch of Tudor Road on Tuesday afternoon. Plus a skier who was swept up in an avalanche and dragged down 1,200 feet of mountainside last week is recovering in a hospital with pelvic and back injuries. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Friday, January 31st, a group skiers were in the backcountry near Turnagain Pass. A  skier went about 200 feet down east groundhog peak when the movement triggered an avalanche. The skier got caught up in an avalanche and was carried about 1,200 feet downhill. Rafael Pease was part of that same group and participated in the rescue. Digital Content Manager Joey Klecka sat down with Rafael t...

What we know (and don't know) about the FBI Anchorage's recent announcement on the agency supporting the Department of Homeland Security's immigration enforcement efforts in Alaska. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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America sits on the verge of an emerging trade war as President Trump imposes new tariffs on neighboring nations. What this could mean for your pocketbook? Also, Alaska lawmakers are set to take on the topic of education funding after Gov. Mike Dunleavy introduced a sweeping education bill.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Get the latest news and weather from the team at Alaska's News Source. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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A search for answers into what caused the deadly crash between a passenger plane and a military helicopter above Washington, D.C. What we've learned about the investigation and some of the victims. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The National Transportation Safety Board Alaska region chief Clint Johnson joins Alaska's News Source to explain the process investigators will take in the deadly Washington D.C. crash that involved a commercial jet and an Army helicopter. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

14 people who were part of the U.S. Skating program died in that devastating collision on Wednesday night. Reporter Olivia Nordyke sat down with 2-time Olympic skater Keegan Messing from Girdwood to hear how this will impact the skating community. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Recovery efforts are underway after a midair collision between an American Airlines flight and a military helicopter at Reagan National Airport in Washington, D.C. Plus, a joint legislative task force is digging into a detailed report on Alaska's struggling seafood industry. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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On Tuesday, January 28th, a F-35 crashed on the flightline at Eielson Air Force Base. Though there is limited information about the crash or the pilot, we wanted to speak with someone with experience in fighter jets. Major Anthony "AB" Bourke is an experienced F-16 fighter pilot who flew tactical missions in service to our country all over the world. John Thompson sat down with Bourke to talk abou...

January is National Blood Donor month. We spoke with Wes Dahlgren with the Blood Bank of Alaska about the need for blood donations, who can donate and who can't.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A  military jet falls from the sky in a fiery crash at Eielson Air Force Base. Plus, Governor Dunleavy delivers his State of the State address. We explore potential challenges and possibilities for Alaska's future.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.