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President Donald Trump signed a government funding bill Wednesday night, ending a record 43-day shutdown that caused financial stress for federal workers who went without paychecks, stranded scores of travelers at airports and generated long lines at some food banks. A 24-year federal employee who faced having his Anchorage apartment lease terminated says the record government shutdown is creating...

On today's Morning Edition, all across Alaska, people took a moment to say thank you and celebrate veterans. With celebrations all across the state, ceremonies and remembrances, we'll bring you the sights and sounds from one ceremony in Anchorage and how people said thank you. Later on, parents, teachers and students all gathered outside of Fire Lake Elementary, braving the single-digit temperatur...

Thirty-two people, including veterans and community members, gathered at Veterans Memorial Park in Fairbanks for an event put on by the Alaska Peace Center celebrating Armistice Day and stressing what they call the original meaning of the day, a call for peace. Alaska veterans are leaving millions of dollars in earned benefits unclaimed, with only half of eligible service members receiving compens...

Today on the Morning Edition, the latest from the Capitol as the fight continues this morning in Washington as the Senate passes the funding resolution, but now it heads back to the House, where Democrats vow to fight it. Later, we'll take a look back at the history of Veterans Day and what events are taking place around Alaska.

Charging documents reveal what police believe led up to a deadly shooting in Anchorage over the weekend. According to the documents, an altercation between two men began in the parking lot after a youth soccer event at Fox Hollow Golf Course & Sports Dome. Anchorage police are investigating a Monday morning break-in at David’s Jewelers after a suspect smashed through the front door and d...

On today's Morning Edition, who you can expect to see perform at a concert coming this weekend to Anchorage to benefit all those affected by former Typhoon Halong. Later, with the holidays right around the corner and costs continuingly increasing, sometimes it's a heartbreaking decision to give up a pet simply because you can't afford their food during these times, but there are options. How a foo...

New details in the government shutdown as senators had a tentative deal. Plus -- the Trump Administration is now directing states not to issue full snap benefits this month. We hear from the governor's office.

The Anchorage Police Department says a man is dead after a shooting at an Anchorage business Saturday. What we know so far. Plus, helping Alaskan impacted by Halong.    The governor signs to extend the disaster declaration for Western Alaska. How his office says that will help.

On today's Morning Edition, the latest on Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport as millions of Americans are waking up across the nation to a lot of travel uncertainty with flight cancellations announced across the entire country taking effect today, giving affected travelers very little time to adjust plans. Plus, a local veteran's life was changed in an incredible way this week as she was...

The first major snowfall of the winter season made its appearance Thursday afternoon in Anchorage and other areas of Southcentral Alaska, testing drivers on roadways and pedestrians on walking paths. At least two crashes involving multiple vehicles on the Glenn Highway closed north and southbound lanes of the roadway Thursday afternoon for several hours. Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport...

Today on the Morning Edition, in case you haven't heard of Cow Team 6, they're not a military special ops group; they're a group from Kansas with big hearts and a lot of drive are helping survivors of Halong from thousands of miles away. Later, taking a look at the local impacts of the camping ban as the Anchorage Police Department gives us an updated look at the numbers.

On today's Morning Edition, millions of Americans are waking up to a new political landscape after a pivotal election day. We'll be breaking down the key races from a historical election in Virginia to a surprising victory in New York. Plus, parents are fighitng to keep two Anchorage elementary schools open as the school board is set to make a tough decision. Find out why families are so upset and...

The State of Alaska and the federal government have joined forces to lead a long-term recovery effort for victims of ex-Typhoon Halong and are encouraging people to register with both the state and federal government for assistance programs they may qualify for as soon as possible. The Egan Civic and Convention Center in downtown Anchorage closed Tuesday night as a shelter for hundreds of Alaskans...

On this Morning Edition, hours after President Trump announced partial federal SNAP funding, Gov. Dunleavy declares a state food security disaster declaration, impacting more than 66,000 Alaskans receiving SNAP food assistance benefits. Later, a controversial figure is back in the headlines. A man known for his homeless advocacy, his criminal past and an attempt to sail to China in an 8-foot dingh...

Food banks in Anchorage are preparing for a significant increase in demand as SNAP funding remains in flux, with some facilities already seeing new faces among their clients. After 64 years, Kenai Aviation is ceasing operations in the state due to financial difficulties, according to its owner. One year away from the 2026 elections, Alaska’s governor’s race already features 13 declared...

On this Morning Edition, the heartwarming details on four guardsmen deployed to western Alaska after former Typhoon Halong who have returned home with a little something extra: a furry friend. Plus, find out how a restaurant in Wasilla is stepping up to do what they can to help out with the pause in SNAP benefits.

New details as the search and rescue in the Kotzebue area continues more than 24 hours after three men fell through the ice. Plus, firefighter put out a fire in a wooded area of Anchorage. What we know so far. And a planetarium in Fairbanks is just a few months away from opening. Details on what you'll be able to see.

One man is still missing out of the Kotzebue area after three people went through the ice, according to Alaska State Troopers. Plus -- a helping hand for those in need. An Alaskan restaurant is handing out sandwiches to people impacted by the government shutdown. How you can get a free meal.

With more than 66,000 Alaskans set to lose food assistance benefits when the federal government shutdown halts SNAP funding at midnight, Gov. Mike Dunleavy, R-Alaska, said during a Friday evening radio appearance he will meet with legislative leaders by Monday. Nine Alaska tsunami detection stations will go offline in mid-November after NOAA cut $300,000 in federal funding, creating dangerous gaps...

On this Morning Edition, evacuees from former Typhoon Halong face uncertainty in the upcoming state goal to get them back home. With little direction being given, many are waiting to be told how to get back to their homes and if they'll be ready in time. Plus, exploring some Halloween attractions, taking a look at events going on and talking about the best part, the candy.

Nearly three weeks after former Typhoon Halong displaced hundreds of Alaska Native residents from dozens of Western Alaska communities, Chris Ondola and his wife Kathleen Simon still don’t know how they’ll get home to Tuntutuliak. As more than 66,000 Alaskans could lose food assistance benefits when SNAP funding is scheduled to run out Nov. 1, a spokesperson for Gov. Mike Dunleavy, R-A...

Today on the Morning Edition, ASD sites lower enrollment, aging infrastructure and staff shortages as potential reasons to close two local elementary schools, but you still have a chance to weigh in. Later on, for homeowners and small businesses affected by former Typhoon Halong, disaster relief loans are available.

Alaska and Hawaiian Airlines are experiencing disruptions to “key systems” Wednesday as a result of a global outage impacting its cloud computing system. Amid an uncertain future, Gov. Mike Dunleavy, R-Alaska, and Small Business Administration Administrator Kelly Loeffler promoted loans to residents and businesses impacted by former Typhoon Halong after meeting with evacuees inside the...

On today's Morning Edition, two weeks after ex-Typhoon Halong hit western Alaska, residents still in their villages are still struggling for basic needs. We'll hear from officials who toured the devastation and those waiting for promises to be kept. Plus, are we saying goodbye to Daylight Saving in Alaska? This weekend we'll set our clocks back, but it might be the last time. 

Federal officials who toured former Typhoon Halong-devastated Western Alaska villages this weekend heard residents dispute official damage assessments, with one community advocate saying destruction in Kwigillingok was far worse than what the governor’s disaster declaration request reported. Residents of this storm-damaged village are pushing back against federal plans for quick repairs, dem...