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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...

On today's Morning Edition, find out how the state is working with the Red Cross to get evacuees from former Typhoon Halong into safer, more comfortable housing before winter takes hold. Later, USPS says it's making every effort to make sure evacuees from western Alaska are still able to get their mail.

As the federal, state and local governments work to repair Kipnuk and Kwigillingok following the devastation of former Typhoon Halong, all parties say they’re working against the clock. A coordinated effort is underway this week to transition Halong evacuees from congregate sheltering to non-congregate sheltering. Resources are available this week for residents of Kipnuk and Kwigillingok dis...

On today's Morning Edition, two weeks after former Typhoon Halong hit the west coast of Alaska, bringing destruction and devastation in its wake, officials from D.C. survey some of the villages that were damaged. Plus, the details on a photographer putting on a fundraiser for the canines still being transported out of Bethel, helping with one flash of the camera at a time.

A person of interest in a violent crime is being sought in the Fairbanks area. Plus, an Alaskan senator and officials from D.C. are on the ground in Western Alaska this weekend. We joined their trip.

An Alaskan senator and members of the trump administration survey the damage from Former Typhoon Halong. A photographer in Anchorage is helping raise money for the pets left behind when the storm area in Western Alaska was evacuated. And its trick or treat season! Downtown Anchorage was a little spooky Saturday. We're checking out Anchorage's big Trick or Treat Street event.

On today's Morning Edition, Alaska Airlines says it's back online following an IT outage, but still experiencing cancellations and delays. Plus, uncovering Alaska history. How ex-Typhoon Halong led to the discovery of hundreds of Indigenous artifacts in Western Alaska.

One day after President Trump signed a federal disaster declaration for former Typhoon Halong, communities across Alaska are working to determine what money and resources they will need to continue caring for hundreds of displaced Alaska Native residents. Plus, several major Alaskan milestones the Trump administration has described as “unleashing Alaskan energy dominance” were announce...

On today's Morning Edition, details on how federal money will be used to start the rebuilding process after the devastating Western Alaska storm and what it means for communities racing against winter's arrival. Plus, amidst the chaos of evacuations, a tiny turtle became a ginat symbol of hope.

President Donald Trump has signed a major disaster declaration for Alaska following the impact of former Typhoon Halong, the president said on social media Wednesday. As former Typhoon Halong tore through Kipnuk, one woman’s home floated off - with her still inside A Florida veteran couple aiming to collect soil from veterans’ graves across the U.S. have checked Alaska off their list....

On this Morning Edition, how officials are leveraging the shoulder season to secure non-congregate beds for those displaced by the western Alaska storms, as a critical mission is underway to move hundreds of evacuees in Anchorage from temporary shelters to more stable housing. Plus, how families are feeling as displaced children from western Alaska enter Anchorage classrooms for the first time thi...