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On today's Morning Edition, answers to questions that have been asked since last weekend, as a string of drive-by shootings left one man in the hospital and gave several others close calls. Plus, Nikolaevsk has been fighting for their very own charter school for years at this point, but they finally secured approval for it.

Two Anchorage men face more than a dozen felony and misdemeanor charges after investigators say they carried out a series of drive-by shootings Sunday afternoon in a Mountain View neighborhood that injured one man and left several others, including children, in fear for their lives. A Harbin Y-12 plane with Chinese registration departing from Russia made an unexpected landing in the small village...

Today on the Morning Edition, a new site in Anchorage to see this morning as the Mushing District arch has been set and raised over 4th Avenue downtown. We'll take a look at the process of getting it into place. Later, ice can be as dangerous as it is fun; an inside look at the Anchorage Fire Department's in-depth training methods for rescue operations.

Nearly six months after a legislative audit found Alaska’s foster care system was still failing the state’s most vulnerable children, the Alaska House judiciary chair is renewing his call for the state to follow the law and implement long-overdue reforms. The University of Alaska Fairbanks has unveiled a new, state-of-the-art structural testing facility, home to the only load frame of...

Today on the Morning Edition, the Epstein Transparency Act flew through Congress and is heading to President Trump's desk to be signed, but questions remain about when and if it will be. Later, the Anchorage School Board met last night to vote on the proposal to close Fire Lake and Lake Otis Elementary Schools. We'll find out how the vote went and what brought us to this point.

The man accused of shooting and killing a man known for his homeless advocacy, serving prison time for sex assault charges, and accidently landing on Russian shores in an attempt to sail to China in a small dinghy, was convicted Tuesday of murder charges in an Anchorage courtroom. Alaska’s entire congressional delegation voted for the release of the Epstein files Tuesday, a piece of legislat...

Today on the Morning Edition, speaking to an expert about what may be coming in the future for Alaska's drone technology, as drones are quickly becoming a vital resource for Alaskans, especially for those in rural areas. Later, Anchorage Mayor LaFrance is proposing a 3% sales tax at the Assembly meeting tonight. We'll be breaking down exactly what that sales tax will be used for.

A 3% sales tax proposed by Anchorage Mayor Suzanne LaFrance is on the agenda for introduction at Tuesday night’s assembly meeting. If approved by the Assembly, voters would see the proposed tax on the April ballot. Juneau could make state history by being the first city to adopt Ranked Choice Voting (RCV) for municipal elections starting next year. The Juneau Assembly is expected to make a d...

Today on the Morning Edition, an outpouring of community support turned a local venue into a hotspot for good times and good music over the weekend. The sights and sounds from the benefit concert for the victims of former Typhoon Halong. Later, a first-of-its-kind in Anchorage, a tiny housing village is said to open soon for those experiencing homelessness.

A person is dead after a fire at a Fairbanks home. Where it happened and what we know so far. Plus, raising money through music. We head to Saturday's fundraiser at Williwaw Social that's raising money for Former Typhon Halong survivors. And people in Fairbanks understand the government a bit more now, after the citizen engagement academy. The roles the graduates are already filling. 

Five people in Fairbanks were arrested Friday night. What the Fairbanks Police Department seized as it investigated what it is calling an "illegal gambling operation." Plus -- healing from Former Typhoon Halong. Musicians came together to support Western Alaskan storm survivors.

An Anchorage nurse practitioner was sentenced to three years in prison Friday for illegally prescribing powerful opioids to patients without medical justification, according to the Alaska Department of Law. Alaska Sen. Dan Sullivan is rejecting the chance to sue the federal government for up to $500,000 under a controversial provision tucked into the bill that ended the 43-day government shutdown,...

On this Morning Edition, the shooting at Fox Hollow Golf over the weekend left one man dead and the man the police believe to be responsible in custody, and was set to appear in court yesterday. Later, earlier in the week, evacuees from Kipnuk had a meeting. Here are some of the reactions to what was discussed and how some are feeling about the ongoing efforts to get them back home.

66,000 Alaskans will receive their SNAP benefits today, a state spokesperson said, but the month-long government shutdown’s impact on Alaska is expected to linger. The recent government shutdown presented a unique challenge to Alaska communities, but one food bank proved its structural readiness. ‘Use your judgment, measure ice thickness’: How to stay safe during ice recreation.

Today on the Morning Edition, the latest from Washington as the historically long government shutdown has finally come to the end, with the House passing the bill and sending it to President Trump's desk last night. Plus, the details on a fast-moving fire that ripped through the Caribou Hotel in Glennallen

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...