We have an update after an oil drilling rig fell over on the North Slope Friday night, including how many people were treated and released from local clinics.

Plus, some in Minneapolis are protesting after a man was shot and killed by a federal agent. Details on what happened.

And Meteorologist Bailey Braun tells us sunny skies remain for the weekend across the state, but a snowy change is on the way for Monday.

Today on the Morning Edition, a lot of Alaskans are wondering what the Governor's going to do to address the budget shortfall, what he plans to do with the PFD and a lot more. We'll take you to the State of the State address and fill you in on what you need to know. Later, a decision has been reached about Halibut fishing limits. We'll tell you how the International Pacific Halibut Commission is handling the situation and how the decision could impact your next fishing trip.

Property assessments have increased for many Anchorage homeowners this year, and for some homeowners, that spike may not have been anticipated.

A federal judge sentenced a Wasilla man to 30 years in prison for providing a Wasilla teen carfentanil, which led to her overdose death in 2024.

Fairbanks Police Chief Ron Dupee said he is certain the “community is suffering” after a 29-year-old man admitted to shooting his grandmother, 87-year-old Velma Koontz, as she sat in her wheelchair Tuesday in the home they shared.

On this Morning Edition, in our continuing coverage of property tax assessment values spiking throughout Anchorage, we'll break down average increases and what homeowners say they believe is behind the rate increases. Later, day two of the Alaska legislative session wrapped up, and Gov. Dunleavy is floating a seasonal statewide sales tax. We'll break down what that means and how it could affect you.

A temporary statewide sales tax is being proposed by Gov. Mike Dunleavy that would take effect seasonally.

Commercial fisherman and educator Bill Hill launched a campaign for Alaska’s seat in the U.S. House of Representatives Wednesday.

An 87-year-old Fairbanks woman was found shot to death in her wheelchair Tuesday, and police say her grandson confessed.

Today on the Morning Edition, the annual tax assessment for homeowners in Anchorage has seen a spike in values that some say is too high. We asked why and what's being done about it. Later, the Legislature is back in session, with a lot on the table, from the state budget to matters of the PFD, that could impact Alaskans for years. We'll take a look at that.

Today on the Morning Edition, Martin Luther King Day gave Alaskans everywhere reason to stop and remember his work and look ahead to the work yet to be done. We'll highlight some of the local celebrations that took place. Later, a small business in Fairbanks is beginning an effort ot help the Hunter Elementary School's lunch program. We'll show you how they're lending a hand to students who need it.

On today's Morning Edition, an agreement may have been reached between the Anchorage School District and the Anchorage Education Association. We'll break down what the agreement could mean and bring to educators. Later, the Bernice Allridge Park in Fairbanks is known for its Juneteenth celebrations it holds, but this year will be a little different as it undergoes renovations. We'll find out what this means for celebrations this year.