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Today on the Morning Edition, Interior Alaska continues to battle an unprecedented wildfire season with dozens of structures destroyed. Later, more rain in central Texas forced crews to pause recovery efforts this weekend.

Tonight, the team managing the Bear Creek and Saint George Creek Fires updates the number of homes destroyed in the fires.

Wet weather across Alaska slows wildfire progress. The FBI is seeking information on a potential bank robbery in Anchorage. APD investigates an alleged gunfight between two vehicles that eventually led one of cars to crash.    

Tonight, the state has downgraded to Preparedness Level 4 as more than 700,000 acres of land have burned in Alaska this wildfire season.  And a man who worked as the fire chief for Whittier’s Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel is honored after his death.

A man convicted of first- and second-degree murder for killing his apartment manager in 2023 was sentenced to 77 years on Friday. Plus, the latest on Interior Alaska's wildfires that have triggered road closures and evacuations.

Today on The Morning Edition, smoke from nearby wildfires in the Interior is once again clouding the air in Fairbanks and raising concerns about air quality. Plus, more voices will weigh in on Anchorage's ongoing homelessness debate as public testimony on a camping-ban ordinance may shape what happens next.

An immigration attorney representing one of 41 men in Immigrations and Customs Enforcement custody who were held temporarily at ACC in June says his client was hospitalized for tuberculosis upon returning to the Northwest ICE Processing Center in Tacoma, Washington. What Department of Corrections officials are saying; plus, the latest on Alaska wildfires that are forcing evacuations and road closu...

On today's Morning Edition, Mayor LaFrance says the administration has a plan to get a hold on homelessness. Plus, recent trends point to Alaska's fish shrinking in size, but it might not be as bad as you think.

On today's Morning Edition. the death toll in Texas continues to climb after devastating flash flooding wiped out communities and lives. Plus, dozens of animals are seized from a wildlife center in Haines and the owner is seeking answers.

On today's Morning Edition, an update on the effort to clean up Davis Park. Plus, lawmakers are set to return to Juneau to discuss education while Gov. Dunleavy is asking minority members to stay home for the first five days

Wildfires continue to burn across the state spurring evacuations, road closures and impacting air quality. Yet some parts of the state are starting to see a reprieve.  The family of a missing kayaker tells Alaska's News Source that his body has been recovered. A man is sentenced in connection with what prosecuters are calling the largest organized drug ring in Alaska's history.    

Alaska Homeland Security and Emergency Management leaders said Monday they have let their Texas counterparts know they are on standby, ready to respond, as the death toll from catastrophic flooding in Texas over the July Fourth weekend has now surpassed 100 people. Plus, the Parks Highway is seeing delays of about two hours at the Nenana Complex Fire as wildfire crews in the area work to establish...

Today on Morning Edition, the death toll continues to rise in Texas after the weekend's flash flooding. Plus, Alaska moves to its highest preparedness level after the wildfires continue across the state.

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Tonight, the state has moved to Preparedness Level 5 as wildfire evacuation statuses expand.  And people are out celebrating the holiday weekend at places like the ALB double header and at the Girdwood Forest Fair.

Tonight, evacuation orders along the Middle and Lower Salcha River have been upgraded, as increased fire activity brought the Ninetyeight Fire closer to the community of Salcha. Plus, authorities are still looking for a woman missing in Juneua after going to hike Gold Ridge.

Today on the Morning Edition, the House of Representatives pulled an all-nighter and debated into the morning over President Trump’s spending bill. Plus, a son remembers his mom after she was hit and killed by a car while crossing the street. His message about love, loss and the urgent reminder for all drivers to slow down and stay alert.

Tonight, search and rescue teams are looking for a cruise ship passenger who did not return from a hike near Mount Roberts. And later, Gorilla Fireworks has opened for business after weeks of planning with the Houston Fire Department.

Today on the Morning Edition, the House of Representatives is in the hot seat now that the Senate has passed the President’s much-desired tax and spending bill. Will it get the green light ahead of Trump’s July 4th Deadline? Plus, Alaska’s Attorney General’s Office is encouraging 23andMe users to review their data privacy settings before a new non-profit takes over the comp...

Tonight, the Senate narrowly passes President Donald Trump’s domestic policy package after an overnight voting session. Plus, a public meeting on the Nelchina Glacier Fire is taking place at the Mendeltna Community Church.

Today on the Morning Edition, fires continue to burn in the Denali Borough, and crews from across the state, including Anchorage, are stepping in. Additionally, some state lawmakers are considering issuing subpoenas regarding Governor Dunleavy’s veto of a bill related to oil tax information. The Governor said the bill was unconstitutional, while supporters argue that the bill would release i...

Tonight, multiple primary residences have burned in the Bear Creek Fire. Plus, Several fire departments throughout the state of Alaska have started to share sentiments of grief and mourning following Sunday’s ambush attack in Idaho that left two firefighters dead and one injured.

Today on the Morning Edition, the showdown in Congress over the “Big Beautiful Bill” ramps up this morning as the next round of voting gets started. We’ll take a look at the final hurdles and the mad dash to get the budget package passed. Plus, we are still tracking wildfires throughout the state. Nearly 20 structures, including family homes, were lost to the Bear Creek Fire duri...

Tonight, Alaska State Troopers are searching for a man who is considered armed and dangerous near Healy. Plus, the Bear Creek and Saint George Creek fires continue to burn in the Denali Borough.

Today on the Morning Edition, the Bear Creek Fire is still not contained and has burned more than 26,000 acres. Crews are focusing on protecting structures and homes as weather conditions get worse for firefighters. Additionally, Governor Dunleavy has vetoed two bills: Alaska’s Payday Loan Bill and the REAA Fund for rural school districts. For both vetoes, the Governor said he is trying to r...