Good morning, Anchorage.

After the busy summer, several airlines revised their flight schedules out of Anchorage with many nonstop services ending and new routes set to resume in the winter and spring.

American, United, Delta and Alaska Airlines will adjust flights with some routes pausing until later dates—offering Anchorage travelers a mix of nonstop options to cities like Chicago, Dallas and Honolulu.

At the University of Alaska, professors set their own AI guidelines since there is no uniform policy—some students have faced academic misconduct as improper use is reported.

Administrators say this approach is meant to help students learn and verify their own work as AI tools become more common.

Residents along Alaska’s coastline are bracing as a powerful storm from Typhoon Halong’s remnants is forecast to hit coastal communities today with winds up to 100 mph and storm surges reaching 14 feet.

Local authorities have staged emergency resources and issued flood and high wind warnings while some residents have evacuated to safer areas.

The US Senate unanimously approved the ARTIST Act to safeguard Alaska Native artists by allowing them to sell traditional ivory art in states with ivory bans.

Sen. Dan Sullivan sponsored the bill—supported by the Alaska Federation of Natives, World Wildlife Fund, and Eskimo Walrus Commission—and it now advances to the House for further action.

Jim Duncan, a longtime Alaska lawmaker, published his memoir 'Making Sausage' which details his 45 years in public service and discusses issues like oil taxes, the Permanent Fund, and education funding.

The book also explores the 1981 legislative coup and explains how past policy decisions still guide today's debates.

At the Alaska State Tennis Tournament, West High dominated by winning the team event and girls singles with Lana Cebrian, while Juneau-Douglas senior Elliot Welch earned his school’s first boys singles title and Eagle River’s mixed doubles team captured a first state title—other schools celebrated their first state wins as well.

Scores from Oct. 11 showed local high school and college teams competing in flag football, football, volleyball, tennis and swimming events, with Dimond winning 44 to 0 over Bartlett and West’s Lana Cebrian taking the girls singles tennis title.

College teams and local athletes also posted tight finishes in hockey and a Zombie Half Marathon—highlighting strong local sports performance.

On Friday night, West beat Colony 34-14 in a Division I playoff game at West High led by quarterback Baylor Wasson who threw three touchdown passes and ran for two scores—despite injuries, coach Brown Faaaliga said the team is set for next week's semifinals.

Advancing Tribal Early Childhood through CCDF

10-11:30 a.m. — Dena'ina Civic and Convention Center — Free entry — Explore how CCDF empowers Tribal communities and nurtures their youngest citizens.

Enchanted Trails Adventure

2-4 p.m. — Goose Lake Park — Kids 2 and under free — Embark on a magical adventure and train alongside fairies, elves, and dragons in this family-friendly event.

Zoo Boo Celebration

10 AM – 6 PM — Alaska Zoo — $15+ — Enjoy a spooky day with candy stations, pumpkin carving, and fun activities for all ages.

Anchorage Dog Sledding and Animal Encounters Tour

2-hour adventure — 5100 Cordova St, Anchorage, AK — Cost varies — Experience the thrill of dog sledding and hand-feeding Alaskan wildlife in an immersive tour.

AMA Annual Convention 2025

9:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. — Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport — Cost Info not verified — Engage with marketing professionals, discover trends, and network in Anchorage's premier marketing event.

Anchorage Zine Fair

12-6 p.m. — The Nave — Free entry — Discover local artistry and creativity at the Anchorage Zine Fair.