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Alaska's News Source @alaskasnewssource.com · 51m

Elon Musk had previously boasted about this feature. Now it's the catalyst for a probe. 👉 https://tinyl.co/3oTc

Alaska's News Source @alaskasnewssource.com · 1h

The state is advising residents to start preparing now for the remnants of Typhoon Halong that is expected to hit this weekend. 👉 https://tinyurl.com/2mvs5dw2

Alaska's News Source @alaskasnewssource.com · 1h

Wall Street drops to its worst day since April after Trump’s threats of tariffs shatter its calm. DETAILS ➡ https://tinyl.co/3oWh

Alaska's News Source @alaskasnewssource.com · 2h

Not sure what to do this weekend? Check out the community calendar! 👉 https://tinyl.co/3EFC

Alaska's News Source @alaskasnewssource.com · 3h

Singer, bassist of British rock band The Moody Blues dies. ➡ https://tinyl.co/3oSN

Saving lives one smoke detector at a time

Alaska's News Source @alaskasnewssource.com · 4h

Fire alarms take minutes to install but could mean the difference between life and death.

“Sound the Alarm” volunteers will be installing free smoke alarms for families who are most vulnerable to home fires.

Alaska Legislature files lawsuit challenging Gov. Dunleavy’s executive order authority

Alaska's News Source @alaskasnewssource.com · 5h

This lawsuit follows the governor's attempt to create a Department of Agriculture with an executive order before the legislature's special session.

The Alaska Legislature has filed a legal challenge to Gov. Mike Dunleavy in a case that could decide the limits of executive power in Alaska.

Alaska's News Source @alaskasnewssource.com · 6h

Officials confirmed that “multiple” people were killed https://tinyl.co/3oSq

Congress approves rollback of Biden-era land plan for Interior Alaska, advances Ambler Road project

Alaska's News Source @alaskasnewssource.com · 7h

The resolution now heads to President Trump’s desk, where it is expected to be signed.

Three days after President Donald Trump signed an order approving federal permits for a proposed mining road through the Brooks Range, the U.S. Congress put the finishing touch on a resolution intended to further aid the Ambler Road project

Budget office says ‘substantial’ firings of federal workers have started in government shutdown

Alaska's News Source @alaskasnewssource.com · 8h

The mass firings of federal workers have started amid the government shutdown.

The White House budget office says that mass firings of federal workers have started in an attempt to exert more pressure on Democratic lawmakers as the government shutdown continues.

María Corina Machado of Venezuela wins the Nobel Peace Prize

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Alaska's News Source @alaskasnewssource.com · 8h

Machado has been called a “key, unifying figure in a political opposition that was once deeply divided," by the chair of the Norwegian Nobel committee.

Experts say the committee typically focuses on the durability of peace, the promotion of international fraternity and the quiet work of institutions that strengthen those goals.

President Donald Trump is headed to Walter Reed for a ‘semiannual physical’

Alaska's News Source @alaskasnewssource.com · 9h

White House press secretary Leavitt described the visit as a “routine yearly checkup,” although Trump had his annual physical in April.

President Donald Trump is undergoing a “semiannual physical” at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center.

Israeli military says ceasefire agreement in Gaza has taken effect

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Alaska's News Source @alaskasnewssource.com · 9h

Some Palestinians also reported heavy shelling in parts of Gaza throughout Friday morning.

The announcement comes after Palestinians reported heavy shelling Friday morning in northern Gaza.

Dimond Center ice rink goes pink for fight against cancer

Alaska's News Source @alaskasnewssource.com · 10h

Anchorage’s Dimond Center is joining the fight against cancer in a unique way.

Anchorage’s Dimond Center is joining the fight against cancer with its annual "Pink the Rink Day."

Denmark plans to ban social media for users under 15

Alaska's News Source @alaskasnewssource.com · 10h

State board pumps brakes on regulation limiting local school support 👉 https://tinyurl.com/bdh3abce

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Alaska's News Source @alaskasnewssource.com · 20h

Denmark Prime Minister Mette Frederickson said mobile phones are “stealing our children’s childhood.”

Another country is considering a social media ban for younger children.

Alaska's News Source @alaskasnewssource.com · 21h

The price of gold has soared its best year since 1979. 👉 https://tinyl.co/3oJM

Alaska's News Source @alaskasnewssource.com · 21h

No engine trouble, just tradition - Anchorage firefighters pushed their new ambulances in before they roll out to serve the city
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Alaska's News Source @alaskasnewssource.com · 22h

Students at Fairbanks high school learn civics with mock election 👉 https://tinyurl.com/2umwufxt

Alaska's News Source @alaskasnewssource.com · 22h

Government shutdown: Alaska’s 14,000 WIC families to receive funding through October, Murkowski’s office confirms 👉 https://tinyurl.com/bdj4saxr

Alaska's News Source @alaskasnewssource.com · 23h

Rural Cancer Screening: Providence Alaska Medical Center reveals new mobile mammography coach 👉 https://tinyurl.com/3ssutaa3

Alaska's News Source @alaskasnewssource.com · 23h

Aggressive surf and wind gusts leave mess amid Western Alaska storm. MORE ➡ https://tinyl.co/3oIm

Alaska's News Source @alaskasnewssource.com · 1d

Palmer's $75K city manager exit drew public criticism - but what's changed since? 👉 https://tinyurl.com/facfn4c4

Alaska's News Source @alaskasnewssource.com · 1d

Feds: Wasilla man pleads guilty after leaving overdosing teen to die 👉 https://tinyl.co/3oIW