Alaska stands out as the only state in the U. S. with rivers untouched by glyphosate. This is a big deal because this herbicide is found in all other rivers across the country. The state has a unique opportunity to keep it that way. Glyphosate, the main ingredient in Roundup, has been a hot topic w
Some people in the U. S. government think it's time for the country to leave NATO. They say the organization is old and no longer useful. Rep. Thomas Massie from Kentucky introduced a bill to do just that. He believes the U. S. should focus on its own defense instead of paying for other countries.
Winter is showing its first signs in the northeastern United States. Two quick-moving storms, known as clippers, are set to bring snow to a large area. These storms will travel from the northern Plains through the Ohio Valley and then move off the mid-Atlantic coast. While some people might be excit
Iowa State is making waves in the basketball world. They just beat Iowa in a close game, 74-69. Audi Crooks had a great night, scoring 30 points. This win moved Iowa State up to the ninth spot in the rankings. Iowa didn't do too bad either. They stayed at number 12. But their next game is against U
In a world where things seem to be getting tougher, there's a place that stands out like a beacon of hope. This place is a preschool playground in Alaska, designed to be enjoyed by all children, regardless of their abilities. It's not just any playground; it's a carefully crafted space that encourag
Alaska's senators have always been known for their openness. They've made it a point to hear out their constituents. But lately, Sen. Dan Sullivan seems to have forgotten this important part of his job. Recently, Sullivan spoke at an Anchorage Chamber of Commerce event. He talked about a budget bil
College basketball is heating up, and eight teams are still perfect on the season. These teams come from different conferences and have unique strengths. Some are national title contenders, while others are just trying to secure a spot in the NCAA tournament. Nebraska is one of the teams still unbe
A man from Indiana is now facing serious charges after a shooting at Kentucky State University. The suspect, Jacob Lee Bard, is 48 years old and lives in Evansville. He is not a student at the university. Police have not shared any details about why he did this. The shooting happened at the Whitney
A young fin whale washed up near Anchorage, Alaska, in November 2024. The cold weather made it hard for scientists to figure out why she died. They checked for signs of sickness, hunger, or injuries from ships but found nothing clear. The whale stayed on the shore, frozen in place, as people came to
The Pacific Northwest is gearing up for more rain. This comes after a powerful storm hit the region, causing rivers to swell, roads to close, and people to need rescue from flooded areas. By early Wednesday, some parts of the Cascade Mountains in Washington saw a lot of rain. The National Weath
