Sen. Lisa Murkowski expresses concerns about a report the U.S. military launched a second strike on survivors on a suspected drug boat. Plus, the latest installment from Alaska Public Media's "Alaska Survival Kit" focuses on combatting seasonal depression.

Kenai's efforts to improve Wildwood Drive take a step forward. A new state report looks at Alaska's employment seasonality. Plus, surveyors study bald eagles in the Chilkat Valley.

The Kenai Peninsula Borough School District maps out a plan for considering school closures. Plus, Alaska's literacy legacy is highlighted in a new PBS program.

Rep. Justin Ruffridge is named House Minority whip. A new state report shows Alaska's infant mortality rate is going up. Plus, ConocoPhillips workers on the North Slope consider unionizing.

A former Kenai church leader accused of sexual abusing underage girls dies in the custody of the Alaska Department of Corrections. Plus, Juneau's Mendenhall Glacier is officially no longer touching Mendenhall Lake.

The Kenai Peninsula Borough School District previews the upcoming budget season. An earthquake shook Alaskans on Thanksgiving morning. Plus, Alaskans find creative ways to have fun in doors.

The state transportation department used drones during the response to ex-Typhoon Halong. An energy consulting firm makes policy suggestions to state lawmakers. Plus, a Lingít and Dena'ina writer takes home her fourth Emmy award for "Molly of Denali."

A new federal offshore drilling proposal would offer nearly all of the oceans off Alaska to potential leasing. The State of Alaska wants to know what you think about designating a state forest on the Kenai Peninsula. Plus, Alaska’s auditor says state government is increasingly failing to keep up with state and federal legal requirements.

Students at Chapman Elementary School in Anchor Point evacuate after a gas leak. The company spearheading work on the Alaska LNG Project estimates it will need 7,000 workers at peak pipeline construction. Plus, a new series from Alaska Public Media offers tips for making the most of life in the Last Frontier.

Strong sockeye salmon runs almost doubled the value of Upper Cook Inlet's commercial fishery this year. Plus, do Alaskans really import 95% of the state's food supply?