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Anchorage releases a review of the police department's use of force policies. Plus, the Juneau Assembly rezones public land to increase housing availability.

The Alaska Gasline Development Corporation names the company preparing to take over the Alaska LNG project. Plus, UAF receives funding to harness the potential to develop critical minerals in Alaska. And, two Alaskans recall the time they went birdwatching with former President Jimmy Carter.

Alaska's court system delays rulings for years, even for open-and-shut cases. Plus, a man accused of firing into a Government Hill home is shot by Anchorage Police; their second in 24 hours. And, residents in St. Paul work to protect the abundant marine life around the remote island in the Bering Sea.

Citizen-scientists in the Aleutians play a crucial role in documenting the largest die-off of a single species ever recorded. Plus, sea ice forming later in Kotzebue Sound impacts travel in the Northwest Arctic. And, a Bethel Librarian receives a national award.

The Alaska Gasline Development Corporation says it's close to an agreement to finally build a natural gas pipeline. Plus, President Biden's ban on offshore drilling in some areas draws criticism from Alaska's Congressional delegation. And, Fairbanks skier Kendall Kramer wins a national title at Kincaid Park in Anchorage.

Nick Begich III is sworn in to Congress and votes to retain Mike Johnson as House Speaker. Plus, a task force examining the child care crisis releases final recommendations for the industry. And, President Jimmy Carter's death reminds Alaskans of his lasting impact on the state.

New year, same forecast? A climatologist shares what weather to expect in Southcentral. Plus, educators in Ketchikan are concerned about dwindling resources for students learning English. And, a Skagway couple retires after running a daycare from their home for over three decades.

The disappearance of a Fairbanks man prompts criticism of the local police department. Plus, a decline in caribou populations is a takeaway from this year's Arctic report card. And, despite added publicity, Skagway officials don't want to bump heli-skiing capacity.

One of Anchorage's independent birth centers is forced to close. Plus, the harbormaster for Petersburg tells legislators more funding is needed for harbor maintenance. And, Anchorage prepares to host the U.S. Cross Country Ski Championships.

Mary Peltola reflects on her tenure as Alaska's sole member of the U.S. House. Plus, a year after a Mt. Edgecumbe student's death, his family struggles to recover his belongings. And, a rogue sparrow draws excitement and concern in Fairbanks.