The National Weather Service issued the all clear at 2:45 this afternoon after a tsunami warning and advisory were issued for the region.

The Emergency Operations Center signaled the all clear at 2:45 p.m. after a tsunami warning was issued for Kodiak Island, the Alaska Peninsula and up to both sides of Cook Inlet.

The state issued a burn permit suspension that went into effect at 8 a.m. on July 3 after lifting a previous one on June 30.

An "unidentified attendee" got on stage and interrupted a performer in Des Moines, Iowa, which led to the crowd evacuating. No major injuries were reported by the National Speech and Debate Association, however at least two Alaska teens were bruised in the rush.

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, commonly known as ICE, arrested a Philippine national in Kodiak this week, according to a post on X on April 16. The arrest comes as the Trump administration has ramped up deportation activities.

Kodiak Police responded to two incidents, troopers backed them up after one suspect resisted arrest. Local police say they’re also investigating an alleged theft of services and an assault.

A downed fiber optic line near Kodiak’s state airport caused a major traffic jam on Mar. 19 on the only road south of town. KMXT’s Davis Hovey talked to Reporter Brian Venua, who was one of dozens of drivers stuck in the jam.

The “very contagious” viral infection typically affects unvaccinated puppies, but any dog can be susceptible to the disease. Early signs include lethargy, vomiting, fever, belly pain, diarrhea, or decreased appetite. Tests can be done by looking for the virus in feces.

A transformer for the water pump was reported stolen in November and Kodiak Island Borough School District had to truck water there to keep the school open. It has since been replaced and the investigation was closed due to a lack of evidence.

Mark Withrow was 75. He recently retired after working as a local doctor for decades. Alaska State Troopers do not suspect foul play.