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A Mat-Su lawmaker's bill would have major impacts on reproductive rights in Alaska. Plus, billions of dollars for highway projects are at stake as the state works to resubmit its highway plan to the federal government. And, Muslim residents of Unalaska find community by praying together.

The state House passes a bill aimed at making it easier to find childcare in Alaska. Plus, Iditarod officials talk trail conditions ahead of the ceremonial start in Anchorage this weekend. And, students from across the Y-K Delta travel to Bethel for a science fair.

Gov. Dunleavy casts doubt on a bipartisan education bill that increases school funding. Plus, Indigenous groups push back against Canadian mining that could impact Alaska streams. And, Sitka middle schoolers try new skills outside of their comfort zone.

Questions remain after a fatal shooting in Point Hope. Plus, the Iditarod disqualifies Brent Sass following sexual assault allegations.

Lawmakers in the House pass an historic increase to education formula funding. Plus, the federal Department of Agriculture looks to reduce energy costs in rural areas. And, teenage mushers prepare to compete in the Jr. Iditarod.

Lawmakers try to find common ground on a sweeping set of education reforms. Plus, an Anchorage jury finds Brian Smith guilty in the deaths of two Alaska Native women. And, the Director of the American Library Association talks about the challenges facing librarians.

Sen. Dan Sullivan addresses legislators in Juneau. Plus, state senators aim to thwart a proposal that would give the governor sole authority to appoint marine highway board members. And, Anchorage residents get road-plowing help from a pizza company.

Anchorage looks to spend marijuana tax revenue to create more childcare options. Plus, what exactly is a charter school, and where do they fit into Alaska's public school system? And, a new curriculum aims to Indigenize how Alaska history is taught in schools.

A comprehensive and controversial education bill gets stalled before a House vote. Plus, the federal government rejects Alaska's transportation project plan, potentially costing the state billions. And, an Anchorage skier becomes the first American man to win a World Cup distance race in decades

State senators press forward with overturning some of the governor's executive orders. Plus, utilities reject a request for more time to plan for restoring the dammed-up Eklutna River. And, a Fairbanks inventor and his camera-equipped birdhouse will appear on Shark Tank tonight.