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Sen. Murkowski affirms her support for Israel while contemplating the fate of innocents on both sides. Plus, Planned Parenthood sues the state to allow certain medical professionals to provide abortions. And, Bethel residents get a culinary trip around the world.

Anchorage's homeless residents prepare for sub-zero temperatures over the weekend. Plus, a Coast Guard helicopter crew is rescued by the people they were sent to rescue. And, an Anchorage basketball phenom returns to play for a hometown crowd.

Commissioners hear arguments in a case about funding for a campaign to overturn ranked choice voting. Plus, an Anchorage Assembly asks the Mayor to stand up emergency warming centers. And, one woman shares her story out of homelessness, and works to help others achieve the same.

Anchorage's mayor responds to criticism of city snow plowing. Plus, an investigative journalist looks into the deaths of two women at the former Kotzebue mayor's home. And, Lisa Murkowski laments a lack of moderates in the U.S. Senate.

Anchorage parents contend with remote learning as winter storms keep schools closed. Plus, Anchorage leaders aim to expand winter sheltering options. And, scientists say communities must adapt to melting caused by climate change.

A U.S. Senate field hearing in Bethel records testimony on the impact of fewer salmon. Plus, federal and state authorities say bigger profits are behind drug traffickers targeting Alaska. And, the Kenai Peninsula Borough Assembly overhauls its invocation policy.

Congresswoman Mary Peltola has voted against a new office aimed at preventing gun violence. Plus, kelp farmers are hoping to get an assist from commercial fish processors. And, Alaskans honor our military veterans.

A federal judge rules in favor of the Willow oil project on Alaska's North Slope. Plus, A co-author of Alaska's Permanent Fund legislation hopes that the state can avoid a fiscal cliff. And, business owners in Juneau question how much cruise tourism is too much.

Members of the Fairbanks Four speak out after settling lawsuits with the city. Plus, the governor picks a new state House member for northern Alaska. And, the ACLU calls on the state to take better care of Alaskans in prison.

Anchorage's newest emergency cold weather shelter opens. Plus, Southcentral prepares for another early-season winter storm. And, the building that hosted Alaska's Territorial Legislature will be demolished in Juneau.