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Alaska's last living constitutional delegate Vic Fischer dies at age 99. Plus, the Alaska Federation of Natives convention advocates for greater protections for subsistence harvests. And, Native boarding school survivors raise a healing totem with Interior Secretary Deb Haaland.

Interior Secretary Deb Haaland addresses Native boarding school trauma at the Alaska Federation of Natives convention. Plus, Congresswoman Peltola applauds federal funding to improve Alaska's electrical grid. And, musicians record data on how Alaska's music scene impacts the economy.

Congresswoman Mary Peltola discusses the search for a house speaker. Plus, Anchorage’s winter shelter season begins — but with a waitlist much longer than expected. And, a photo exhibit about Alaska Native veterans is on display at the Alaska Federation of Natives

Breaking up is hard to do in Anchorage's tight and expensive rental market. Plus, The state is hoping to encourage new oil and gas development in Cook Inlet by changing how they collect royalties. And, Alaska Native youth learn to filet and cube salmon at the Elders and Youth conference.

A new report examines the factors contributing to Alaska's labor shortage. Plus, restoration begins on a Russian Orthodox Church that’s the oldest building in Anchorage. And, a documentary about a teenage whaler premieres in Anchorage tomorrow.

A resolution calling for congressional protections for subsistence fishing is up for consideration at the Alaska Federation of Natives convention. Plus, thawing permafrost could have dramatic impacts for Alaska. And, Anchorage officials say they are more prepared for snow this year.

The Alaska Federation of Natives joins a lawsuit against the state over management of the Kuskokwim River. Plus, Typhoon Merbok accelerated the erosion of sand dunes in Hooper Bay, impacting subsistence gathering. And, artists and activists gather in Fairbanks to express Indigenous grief over climate change.

A year after Typhoon Merbok, Western Alaska subsistence harvesters are still seeing the impact. Plus, hundreds of Alaskans gather to show solidarity with Israel as the war escalates. And, a survivalist reality show agitates local hunters in Southeast.

Anchorage loosens its drug testing policy for city workers' off-the-clock marijuana use. Plus, Longtime Senator Donny Olson weighs in on the vacancy for House District 40. And, Fat Bear Week 2023 comes to a close as one big bruin is crowned champion.

The state is making progress processing food assistance applications, but some Alaskans still face months-long waits. Plus, a year after Typhoon Merbok, families on Alaska's west coast are still struggling to find housing. And, a Fairbanks writer's work about salt gets national recognition.