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State troopers now say alcohol was a factor after arresting a Fairbanks man following an armed standoff. Leaders from an Alaska nonprofit say they're now working to start raising funds to fill gaps that cuts may mean for the state's 27 public media stations. Human remains recovered from Juneau's gastineau channel more than two decades ago have been identified.    

Today on the Morning Edition, a massive earthquake rocks Russia and triggers tsunami warnings. Later on, Homer's Silas Luke Jones strums his way into the spotlight on America's Got Talent.

Tuesday, an 8.8-magnitude earthquake hit the Kamchatka peninsula off the Russian coast, sounding alarms in our state for tsunami alerts. How Alaskan communities responded. Arctic Encounter is underway in Anchorage. Leaders and stakeholders discuss the future of the Arctic

Today on the Morning Edition, why Anchorage Police are stepping up patrols and what they want you to know before your next night out. Plus, a shooter opened fire in a New York City office building. What we know about the victims and the latest on the investigation.

The seventh largest earthquake in recorded history hit Russia, prompting tsumani alerts across Alaska and parts of the world. One talented Homer teen competes on one of the nation's largest stages.    

Today on the Morning Edition, updates on the investigation into a missing Eagle River man have been quiet, but friends and family haven't been. Later on, two bear attacks within one week in the municipality of Anchorage and the warning from Department Fish & Game officials.

The family of a man killed in a plane crash last weeks speaks about his life. Lawmakers prepare for the upcoming special session. What it could mean for education in Alaska. DOT prepares to repair the Tudor Road overpass after it was struck by a vehicle Friday.

Today on the Morning Edition, the NTSB reveals what brought down a small plane and why it's part of a troubling trend in Alaska aviation. And later, the new technology behind giving Indigenous language new life.

Today on the Morning Edition, bar break violence has become a growing concern and the police department has a new plan to help curb crime. And later on, a bear attack last year left one man hurt, but alive. He now has a message for all hikers and hunters heading into the wilderness.

On today's Morning Edition, a woman is now recovering after being attacked by a bear, but officials are urging hikers to be on alert. Plus, new details on the plane crash that killed former Rep. Mary Peltola's husband.

Learning more about the survivor of yesterday's bear mauling at a popular Anchorage trail,  and digging into what authorities are doing about the bear involved. A fatal shooting over the weekend is prompting a larger APD presence in downtown anchorage. One lawmaker who is deployed right now says he will return in time for the legislative special session.    

Today on the Morning Edition, new footage and details in a deadly shooting over the weekend in downtown Anchorage. Later on, a missionary priest who spent several weeks kidnapped by Boko Haram is safe and recovering.

Authorities search for a bear that was involved in a mauling in Anchorage Tuesday. New, separate reports released by the NTSB today detail the fatal crashes of two prominent Alaskans back in 2023. After more than seven weeks in captivity, a Nigerian priest who served in Alaska for six years has been released by the terrorist organization Boko Haram.  

On today's Morning Edition, Alaska Airlines halted all flights nationwide for about three hours last night. Later on, evidence of a 7,000-year-old Alutiiq village was found near Kodiak.

Security footage obtained by Alaska's news source is revealing new details in Sunday mornings shooting in downtown Anchorage. And, a catholic priest with ties to Alaska has been released after being kidnapped in Nigeria. Plus, as wildfire suppression efforts continue, an out-of-state fire crew near Fairbanks recently found its truck vandlized at their camp.  

The latest headlines from Alaska's News Source.

Families gather in Anchorage at an annual memorial ceremony to honor loved ones lost to homicide. Plus, tradition and culture are on display in Fairbanks. We take you to the last day of the World Eskimo Indian Olympics.

On today's Morning Edition, a tsunami warning rattled nerves across parts of Alaska, but not everyone's phone got an alert. Plus, a neighborhood in Faiview now sits empty but a temporary solution aims to help those without transportation get vital items.

APD says shots were fired near Sullivan Arena this afternoon as people gathered to watch baseball. Plus how the most recent set of vetoes from Gov. Dunleavy could impact Alaska. More ASD layoffs were announced this week --- as other staff members are also facing being re-assigned to another position in the district. 

Today on the Morning Edition, the moment an earthquake struck Southwest Alaska and how residents reacted. Later today, camping in certain spots is now a misdemeanor in Anchorage, but how will it be enforced?

It's been a day since a magnitude 7.3 earthquake shook Sand Point, causing tsunami alerts to be issued across coastal communities -- what we know now. Plus, how public media plays a roll in alerting the public of a potential disaster, and how the recent wave of funding cuts could impact future emergency alerts.  And all the excitement from day 2 of WEIO!

On today's Morning Edition, the future of public broadcasting is uncertain after a massive bill to reel in federal funding clears a hurdle in the US Senate. Plus, whole staffing positions are in jeopardy amid a multi-million-dollar funding gap.

A magnitude 7.3 hits near Sand Point. How communities across the state reacted to the aftermath. Sen. Dan Sullivan strikes a deal to help fund Alaskan rural radio stations. But some within public media remain skeptical

On today's Morning Edition, the Trump Administration's announcement to rescind the National Forests' "Roadless Rule" in June has sparked outrage from some and support from others. Later on, how the LaFrance Administration is looking to reduce the number of deaths at the hands of police in Anchorage

Time runs out as school districts across the state scramble to submit their budgets by deadline. Concerns mount as deficits grow. Wetter weather blows into parts of Alaska. What it means for the wildfires across the state.