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If you’ve noticed more moose in your Anchorage neighborhood, you probably aren’t mistaken. Fish and Game Biologist Cory Stantorf said the recent heavy snow is pushing moose from the mountains down into town. One day after the Fairbanks mayor and law enforcement leaders called eight violent incidents over the last 10 weeks “coincidental,” including seven shootings that left...

On today's Morning Edition, record-breaking snowfall has brought Juneau to a standstill, forcing the state Capitol to declare a local emergency. Why officials are now warning of increased avalanche danger as warmer temperatures and rain move in. Later, it's been four weeks since the official search was suspended for two men missing at sea off Sitka. We'll hear from their mothers about their frustr...

As Anchorage plows start to hit residential neighborhoods in the days after the city received over a foot of snow, many are giving the city good grades for clearing snow during this latest storm. Alaska’s congressional delegation had mixed reactions Wednesday on the legality of the Trump administration’s actions in Venezuela over the weekend, just a day before they’re set to vote...

On today's Morning Edition, Anchorage is digging out. Snow on the road is causing headaches for drivers. We'll show you what the city and state are doing to clear the roads, plus how you can track the plows from home. Later, dangerous delays for Anchorage firefighters. The Fire Chief says some engines are staffed with fewer firefighters than the national standard. We'll explain why this is happeni...

Up to a foot of snow has fallen in areas across Southcentral as of Tuesday, with more expected into Wednesday morning. Anchorage Street Maintenance has begun round-the-clock plow operations after a winter storm dumped 12 to 14 inches of snow in different parts of the city on Monday and Tuesday. Transfer sites in the Fairbanks North Star Borough saw trash build up over the weekend, as contractor Al...

Today on the Morning Edition, from the Interior all the way down to Juneau, extreme weather is leaving its mark across the state. In Fairbanks, we'll show you how critical city services, like snow and trash removal, are to resume. Plus, a helpful tip for keeping your trash tidy during the thaw. Meanwhile, Anchorage's frigid temperatures are putting the city's most vulnerable at risk.

Trash collection and snow removal operations have resumed in the City of Fairbanks, as temperatures climb in the Interior. Eight boats have sunk in Juneau’s harbor due to record-breaking snowfall that has paralyzed Alaska’s capital city and prompted school closures.

Today on the Morning Edition, record-breaking snowfall wreaking havoc on the Capitol. Boats are sinking in the harbor and one local dojo is left without a roof. We'll show you the impact and what's next for those affected. Later, most Anchorage businesses are feeling the freeze, but one downtown shop is bucking the trend, selling out of winter essentials. Find out why they're so busy next.

We now know the names of the officers who troopers say fired their guns during a recent officer-involved shooting in Fairbanks. Troopers tell us how long they've been with AST. Plus, an overnight fire didn't keep one Fairbanks store from opening today. What we know so far. And Meteorologist Bailey Braun explains the cold around the state.

An Anchorage funeral home has significant damage after a late-night fire, but it says everyone in its care is safe and sound. What we know so far. U.S. officials say the Venezuelan president has arrived in New York after he was captured overnight. We hear from President Trump and Alaska’s delegation.

Nine boats have sunk in Juneau’s harbor this week as record-breaking snowfall overwhelms vessels, according to the harbormaster. Prolonged arctic temperatures have forced the City of Fairbanks to suspend all garbage collection services for the remainder of the week as both machinery and personnel reach their breaking point. A man is dead and another injured after an officer-involved shooting...

On today's Morning Edition, Alaska's voting system could see big changes with an effort, once again, to repeal ranked choice voting. Find out what that changes in this new ballot initiative that could impact everything from primaries to campaign donations. Later, overcrowding at the Fairbanks animal shelter is forcing heartbreaking decisions. Find out what staff are doing to help and what you can...

On this Morning Edition, extreme cold gripping the Interior is causing a spike in crashes around Fairbanks. We'll tell you what troopers say is behind the increase and crucial safety tips you need to know if you're hitting the road for New Year's. And later, a new effort by the Anchorage Police Department is cracking down on retail theft, and police say it's working. We'll have the numbers on how...

This month is shaping up to be the coldest December Fairbanks has seen since 1980, with an average temperature of -21.5 degrees Fahrenheit. Alaska received the nation’s second-highest rural healthcare award, but keeping the more than $1 billion reward requires legislative action which Senate President Gary Stevens, R-Kodiak, said he hasn’t briefed on. New Year’s Eve is just a day...

Today on the Morning Edition, what Shawn McVey's family is saying about his sacrifice and the man he was. Plus, a pair of adventurers tackle North America's tallest peak, only to be turned back by a fierce storm that could have ended far more than just their climb. We'll share the lessons they learned.

Homes across the interior are experiencing difficulties with cold temperatures and frozen pipes. This includes my parents, who had frozen pipes over the weekend caused by exposure to cold air in the garage where the boiler for their home is. An Alaskan and U.S. Army veteran died while fighting for Ukraine in the war against Russia. Alaska Gov. Mike Dunleavy announced Monday that Alaska’s app...

On today's Morning Edition, two new state representatives are ready and waiting to be sworn in to fill vacant seats. We'll hear from them on their goals for the future as they get ready to start their new positions. Later, reports say cases of frostbite are on the rise. We'll share with you tips to help you stay safe and healthy during the intense cold we're experiencing.

Multiple areas of the state are experiencing a First Alert Day. Plus, two Alaskans may soon be new state representatives. We hear what their priorities are for the session. And we have new details after the Anchorage Police Department said an officer reported being shot at while on patrol Christmas morning.

As the holiday season is in full swing, flu activity is up this month. We check in on the numbers. And Kwanzaa celebrations have started. We learn about the holiday at an Anchorage celebration.

Saturday and Sunday are First Alert Weather Days as high winds and heavy snow move from Southwest to Southcentral and Southeast Alaska. A suspect is in custody following a December 15 shooting at a Safeway on College Road in Fairbanks that left one person injured. Sen. Lisa Murkowski, R-Alaska, is asking the Inspector General to investigate whether the Justice Department complied with federal law...

Interior Alaska has faced frigid temperatures for weeks, placing the most vulnerable at risk, including a youth shelter in Fairbanks that is is now at capacity. Plus, the family of a 28-year-old woman found dead at an Anchorage trailhead is speaking out.

Interior Alaska, has faced frigid temperatures for weeks placing the most vulnerable at risk. Subsequently, The Door, a youth shelter in Fairbanks, is now at capacity, leaving little in the way of options for youth that don’t have stable housing. As temperatures continue to drop into the negatives, HVAC technicians have a few tips and tricks to ensure your house is warm and safe during the A...

Anchorage police are asking for the public’s help as they continue investigating the death of a woman found near a popular trail. Plus, a popular destination in Fairbanks may be getting a name change — reverting back to a former moniker.

Nine Alaska tsunami detection stations will stay online after the University of Alaska stepped in with emergency funding, but their long-term future remains uncertain. Southeast and Southcentral remain 10 to 15 degrees colder than normal as more high winds return to each region. An ordinance before the Fairbanks North Star Borough Assembly proposes to change the name of Pioneer Park, a popular loc...

Today on the Morning Edition, a non-profit known for lending a hand is in need of a hand themselves after the recent windstorms in the Mat-Su. We'll tell you how you can assist. Plus, the Alaska Native Heritage Center held a large potluck for those displaced by former Typhoon Halong. We'll tell you how they're trying to give them a taste of home for the holidays.