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Alaska wants to seize a pilots plane after he transported beer to a dry village, now the case is headed to the Supreme Court. Plus, a man falls overboard on the job on the high seas. His grieving father wants to know why more wasn't done to keep is son safe.

The state’s top elections official won’t say how or why she stripped a Senate candidate’s party affiliation from the August primary ballot and is delaying a public records request by Alaska’s News Source to find out.

The Supreme Court agreed Monday to review an Alaska bush pilot’s claims that state authorities have tried to illegally seize his $95,000 airplane after a passenger brought beer on a flight bound for a dry village.

Two people are dead after a shooting in east Anchorage Tuesday, according to the Anchorage Police Department.

On today's Morning Edition, one man is in the hospital following a shooting in Turnagain, and Anchorage police are asking for assistance. Anyone with informaiton or video is being asked to come forward. We'll share the details on how you can help. Plus, will a third special session really make a difference in the LNG project? Some lawmakers aren't so sure that it will, while the governor insists it's necessary. We'll tell you what they're saying.

Anchorage Police are investigating a shooting that left one person injured in the Turnagain neighborhood Monday morning.

he Fairbanks Police Department is currently looking for a bicyclist involved in a fatal accident around 12:25 a.m. Sunday morning at the intersection of the Steese Expressway and 10th Avenue.

For the past three months, the governor has thrown lawmakers into special session after special session in the hopes of clearing the way for a liquefied natural gas pipeline. Days after the bill died, lawmakers say appetite for another session is fading, with some saying it may take a new governor to get the job done.

Wet weather takes a toll, causing a landslide that closed a road in Ninilchik. Plus, Democratic candidate Matt Shultz drops out of the race for the House seat.

Tonight on Alaska's News Source ...
Rain in Anchorage raises parts of Campbell Creek's water levels.
Flood warning for Seward and fire danger increases for the Interior.
Finally, DOT says a small landslide closed part of a road in a Kenai Peninsula community. A look at the timeline on getting it cleared.

Tonight on Alaska's News Source, the friends and family of homicide victims gather to remember loved ones.

Plus, the last day to register for the primary election approaches. Here's how to get a ballot of your own.

Rainy weather continues for the Southcentral region, and now you can add gusty winds. A look at your forecast.

Finally, as the World Eskimo Indian Olympics comes to a close, attendees are reflecting on the community connection it brings.

It's Friday night. Here are the top stories making headlines in Alaska.

On today's Morning Edition, the second special session on the LNG has ended, with the bill failing before ever reaching the governor's desk. We'll tell you what this means for lawmakers in Juneau and what's next. Plus, a terrifying moment that could have ended tragically: a boat taking on water with passengers on board. We'll tell you how the Coast Guard, and good samaritans, helped avoid disaster.

On this Thursday, proponents for the LNG pipeline bill said the key for its creation is dead after the House vote ended in a 19-19 tie.

Today on the Morning Edition, no motors, no outside help, just 750 miles of cold water, and this year, Race2Alaska has a first to add to its already impressive belt of firsts and world records. Later, as we head deeper into summer and fish return to creeks and rivers, bears are out and about, visiting Anchorage neighborhoods regularly. We'll show you what you need to know to stay smart, safe and bear aware at all times, and know what to do if you should happen upon one.

On this Morning Edition, CPR is a vitally important part of first aid. Did you know immediate CPR can double or even triple a person's chance of survival from cardiac arrest? We'll share the many reasons it's so important. Plus, you may have received a flyer about the LNG Gasline. We'll break it down for you and let you know what's at the center of discussion for lawmakers in Juneau.

A man was hospitalized early Tuesday morning with what police are calling life-threatening injuries near an east Anchorage elementary school.

The murder trial of Rhadames “Nino” Marmolejos Jr. continued this week in Anchorage, with prosecutors accusing the 34-year-old of killing 48-year-old Oscar Garcia during a confrontation over a $550 drug debt.

Lawmakers have until Sunday, July 19, to pass a plan to provide sweeping property tax exemptions for the developer, Glenfarne, of the proposed 807-mile LNG pipeline; a plan they say can make the pipe dream a reality. The bill has been tossed back and forth between committees and chambers for months.

Today on the Morning Edition, they say the early bird gets the worm, but what about the early babies at the Alaska Zoo? We'll pay them a visit and see what they get. Later, Town Square Park in Anchorage is looking, well, very different these days. If you're curious how long it might be until its new look is complete, you're in the right place. We'll bring you the latest updates on its progress.

The president is reinstating a blockade in the Strait of Hormuz. What does that mean for Alaska?

State regulators last week denied Enstar Natural Gas Co.’s request for an advance determination that its proposed Cook Inlet gas storage project would be a prudent investment, citing unresolved questions about the project’s feasibility, timing and potential costs to customers.

The Fairbanks Fire Department is asking for the public’s help as they investigate a structure fire that took place at 212 16th Avenue on the evening of June 20.

On today's Morning Edition, the Chena River in the Interior has been at the center of discussion for a while about the construction of a river walk. We'll bring you the latest developments on whether or not that's happening. Plus, the Bear Paw Festival wrapped up this year by introducing something new, a flea market, to the equation. We'll share what the vendors said about the new addition to the festival.

Alaskan lawmakers react to the death of U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham.

Plus, the Anchorage Police Department identifies the drivers killed in the recent Potter Marsh crash.

Meteorologist Bailey Braun tells us we've seen record rainfall in anchorage today and we'll continue the rain totals.

The Bear Paw Festival concludes after five days of fun. The new event that closed it out on a high note.

The Anchorage Police Department identifies the drivers killed in Thursday's Glenn Highway crash.

Meteorologist Bailey Braun tells us the next storm arrives in much of Alaska, we'll see rain return but heat continues across the interior.

The Alaska Yoga Festival in Fairbanks teaches participants some relaxing routines with unique traditions.

On today's Morning Edition, a tense moment Thursday evening with emergency services lining the runway at Ted Stevens for an emergency landing. We'll share the latest on what we know. Plus, timing is just about everything. For this mother in Ketchikan, it was leaving at the perfect time to miss this boulder crashing down on her. We'll share her story.

On today's Morning Edition, a fire just off Northern Lights Blvd on Wednesday evening had traffic backed up as firefighters struggled to tackle the difficult fire. We'll share the details. Plus, Misty Rehder is out on bail after being indicted on 24 counts in the case of 23 dog deaths. We'll tell you how and what the community is saying about the situation.

On today's Morning Edition, a second officer-involved shooting in as many weeks leaves another man dead in Fairbanks. Questions are rising. We'll bring you what we know. Later, Miss Alaska has been crowned, but she isn't chasing just pageant glory. We'll share her mission and her story as she represents Alaska on the national stage.

East Anchorage Assembly member George Martinez is at the center of two resolutions, one calling for his censure, the other calling for an investigation and possible removal.

Today on the Morning Edition, it's one of the most important things we can know: how to grow our own food, how to care for the soil, the land and more. We'll take a look at how some children are learning the basics. Later, the wildfire season hasn't been too harsh, but experts say not to breathe a sigh of relief just yet. We'll share what they're saying.

On today's Morning Edition, Eielson Air Force Base will soon be opening the gates for a big air show. We'll show you how they're planning on accommodating you. Later, the weekend was host to a great many festivities across the state. We'll bring you a recap of one of Alaska's famed Fourth of July traditions: Mt. Marathon.