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The state is advising residents to start preparing now for the remnants of Typhoon Halong that is expected to hit this weekend. Federal workers across Alaska are bracing for potential layoffs on top of missing paychecks, as union officials warn that up to 200,000 federal employees nationwide could lose their jobs permanently during the ongoing government shutdown.

On this Morning Edition, the latest on the weather as Alaska's western coastline continues to see flooding, high waves and fierce winds. Later, Fairbanks students were given an opportunity to learn some big civic duties by participating in school-held mock elections. How do those results differ from the actual election's outcome?

Mayor of Kotzebue reports that areas in outlying part of town continue to be either underwater or have standing water as a strom continues to batter Western Alaska. A Wasilla man pleaded guilty in federal court Thursday to distributing a deadly synthetic opioid that caused one near-fatal overdose and the death of a 16-year-old girl whose body was found on a Wasilla trail last year. One year after...

Today on the Morning Edition, high waves and strong winds batter the west coastlines of Alaska, leading to flooding in multiple communities and evacuation orders being ordered. Later, details on the new plan and equipment Anchorage has to handle this coming winter.

A powerful Bering Sea storm is delivering high winds to western Alaska. Wind gusts between 50 and 60 mph were recorded from the Aleutians to Western Alaska on Tuesday and will stay high into Wednesday.  Once in jeopardy, funding for Essential Air Service — which supports flights from 65 communities in Alaska — has received $41 million in funding, enough to keep the program in the...

On today's Morning Edition, seven months ago an avalanche near Girdwood killed three heli-skiers. Now, at least one of the bodies has been located. Plus, a video goes viral showing an ICE arrest here in Anchorage, but it raises questions about whether it was the agency or not.

Almost two dozen municipalities and boroughs across Alaska will hold local elections Tuesday, asking voters to decide on who will govern them and which propositions on the ballot should pass. The body of one of three men killed in an avalanche while heli-skiing near Girdwood last March was recovered last week, according to state officials. A viral video of federal immigration agents arresting two...

On this Morning Edition, why two Anchorage schools are being recommended for closure and why the ASD Superintendent says it's necessary. Plus, 65 communities in Alaska could lose Essential Air Services as soon as Sunday if funding runs out.

There are reports of at least two business’ windows smashed early Sunday morning in Anchorage’s Spenard area. Two schools in the Anchorage School District will be recommended to close next year, according to the district superintendent. President Donald Trump on Monday ordered approval of a proposed 211-mile road through an Alaska wilderness to allow mining of copper, cobalt, gold and...

On today's Morning Edition, details on a fire in an Anchorage apartment complex on Juneau Street that put one person in the hospital. Plus, early voting turnout was lower than anticipated in Fairbanks but there are still ways to get your vote in before the election.

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A big storm with category one hurricane characteristics brings rain to much of Alaska. Meteorologist Bailey Braun has the details. Plus, can reporter Justin Mattson beat a contestant at the first Alaska Federation of Chess Statewide Tournament? We find out while learning about the event.

Days after a burgeoning Alaskan climber was killed in a fall on a peak in Yosemite National Park, climbers discuss why they keep reaching for the summit. Two people were killed in a four-vehicle collision near mile 62 on Parks Highway in the Willow/Houston area Thursday evening, according to an Alaska State Trooper dispatch report. Congressman Nick Begich says he will now withhold his pay until th...

On this Morning Edition, taking a look at next year's Anchorage budget proposals. What do they cover and how much will they fund? Plus, speaking to the family of a young adventurer known to many for his various and numerous climbing achievements throughout not just Alaska, but the U.S., who passed away earlier this week.

Former Anchorage Mayor Dave Bronson publicly announced a bid for governor at a Fairbanks press event Thursday, weeks after he abruptly quit his position at the Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport. In the 2025 municipal election, incumbent Barbara Haney and challenger Patrick Roach are both running for seat I on the Fairbanks North Star Borough Assembly. An Alaskan climber who was on the ri...

Today on the Morning Edition, what impacts Alaskans can expect to feel from the government shutdown and how the military and aviation sectors are expected to feel the worst of it. Later, hearing from more candidates in the upcoming Fairbanks elections.

 A federal government shutdown has caused significant disruptions to federal services in Alaska, including delayed pay for military members and furloughs for federal civilian employees. A Dillingham man faces multiple charges in connection with alleged sexual abuse of a minor, according to state charging documents filed Tuesday. Fish and Game says it’s getting more reports of bull moose...

On today's Morning Edition, the latest updates on the government shutdown that began at midnight. Plus, with a week left until election day in Fairbanks, candidates are ramping up their last efforts to reach voters.

Senate Democrats have voted down a Republican bill to keep funding the government, putting it on a near certain path to a shutdown after midnight ET Wednesday for the first time in almost seven years. Alaska State Troopers say two people in the Mat-Su were arrested Saturday for their role in the death of a young child. In the 2025 municipal election in Fairbanks, incumbent Melissa Burnett and Naom...

On this Morning Edition, our Investigative Team shows you the PFD red flags to watch for and how to keep every dollar safe. Then, the FAA has proposed substantial changes to Alaska's airspace, especially in and around Anchorage.

$4.5 million is expected to go towards funding 15 public media stations in Alaska through a deal Sen. Sullivan helped negotiate with the White House. The Federal Government is revising a 2024 decision by the Biden administration on the power tribal jurisdiction can have over Native allotments. Payouts for the Permanent Fund Dividend are scheduled to start landing in Alaskan’s bank accounts t...

Today on the Morning Edition, the Anchorage School District stated they may be closing more schools as enrollment slides downwards. Plus, a look at the Walk A Mile In Her Shoes event at the Dimond Mall over the weekend, and how the event has continued to grow.

Dangerous weather caught on camera. Video captured the wind destroying a dug out in Petersburg. Plus, the electric company explains why the power lines fell onto the road in Anchorage Saturday night and why it took so long to fix.

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Two dogs and three cats were killed and dozens of people were displaced in an Anchorage apartment fire Friday morning. Plus, a man accused of fatally hitting a pedestrian last weekend before trying to drive away appeared in an Anchorage court on Friday.