Matt Leseman
Producer
Anchorage, AK
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(Photo Credit: Freeze Frame Photography)
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After hours of testimony, the Anchorage Assembly postponed voting on two controversial ordinances that seek to help reduce homelessness.
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With all of the buildings either turned down or purchased, some funds remain unspent.
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The loop takes you around the city and takes the shape of a familiar sight.
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Applications are open through April 14.
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The notice will stay in place until the DEC determines no harmful bacteria are present.
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Troopers say the two were 45-year-old pilot Christopher Maize of Glennallen/Anchorage and 36-year-old Andrew Broders of Washington.
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Travel Juneau CEO Liz Perry requested a temporary waiver to the law stopping many ships from visiting Alaska without a stop in Canada.
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Troopers say the three were reported overdue the night before their bodies were found.
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The investigation is in response to allegations of sexual misconduct with a 17-year-old girl three decades ago.
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Police are now investigating the shooting as a homicide.
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The ordinance lays out a process for the village to help shape municipal policies.
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Advocates argue it would bring stability to a formula ignored over the last five years.
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The clerk's office has 10 days to verify the signatures.
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Historical mistrust of the medical community extends to the COVID-19 vaccines.
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The municipality is also considering how to further address the issue.
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Owners say the extra business is important around the new year.
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For some businesses, 25% capacity may be too little to justify reopening.
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As phase 1-a wraps up, the state is finalizing its plans for phase 1-b.
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A nine-foot snowman in East Anchorage helps to remember a loved one.
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Spreading holiday cheer to some folks stuck at home for Thanksgiving.
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The landslide is still considered too unstable to cross on land.
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The proposal would have eliminated gathering limitations as well as the closures on the hospitality industry.
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Providence Alaska reported that two caregivers experienced adverse reactions after receiving the COVID-19 vaccine. This brings the total adverse reactions reported in the state to five.
The declaration will last until Jan. 15.
Additional small business grants and rent/mortgage assistance is coming soon.
The original proposal would ask voters whether to raise property taxes to pay for the technology.
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A majority of the funds will go towards small business relief and rent or mortgage assistance.
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The plan would send Pre-K through second-grade classes fully back instead of in small groups.
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Quinn-Davidson reported cold-like symptoms, but said she feels "pretty well."
The resolution is set for public hearing and a vote Dec. 8.
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The Jan. 19 start date was given as the earliest potential date for the return, but an exact date isn’t yet confirmed.
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Many worry that this will push struggling businesses over the edge.
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APD Chief Justin Doll said the proposal sees support among leadership.
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Anchorage's 2021 budget allocates $11.5 million of the funds.
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DHSS says staffing levels are too low to keep up with the rising case numbers.
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The projects will now be consolidated into bond proposals for the April ballot.
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The ordinance narrowly failed at a meeting in early November.
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Alaska Native and Native Hawaiians and other Pacific Islanders are most affected according to DHSS.
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The Mobile Crisis Team is expected to take around 60% of the mental health calls currently handled by APD and AFD.
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The proposal would raise property taxes to pay for the upgrades.
The vote came as the Acting Mayor and medical professionals warned of staffing issues at local hospitals.
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House District 27 continues to be a close race, with challenger Liz Snyder taking a 17-vote lead.
The plaintiffs argue the move violated Alaska's Open Meetings Act.
The petitioners can now begin gathering signatures to get the recall on the April ballot.
The discussion will occur at the Board's Nov. 16 meeting.
By reducing numbers now, they argue, Summer can bring more tourism.
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Young has served 24 terms as Alaska’s representative, making him the longest-serving member of the current house, as well as the longest-serving Republican.
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While members will be able to discuss impacts on the Municipality, the ability to affect the plans lies with the School Board, Superintendent, and the Mayor.
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