Arctic Ocean Modeling: A University of Alaska Fairbanks study says Indigenous observations can improve computer models of Arctic Ocean currents, sea ice, and marine life—helping catch mismatches like earlier freeze-up signals seen in 2019. Shellfish Safety: In Southeast Alaska, shellfish poisoning is spreading to new waters as warming conditions shift where harmful algal blooms show up, raising risks for growers and eaters. Wildlife & Safety: Another bear attack hit the Chilkat Valley, prompting a search and trail closures as officials warn residents to stay alert. Local Cleanup Costs: The Ketchikan Gateway Borough approved an extra $90,473.45 for NORTECH to finish monitoring and regulatory closure tied to the 2025 diesel spill at Point Higgins Elementary School. Rural Flood Impacts: Holy Cross’s post office remains closed after flood-related mold, with mail services paused and essentials prioritized from a temporary setup. Transportation Planning: Alaska opened public review for its 2027-30 transportation plan, with Kenai Peninsula highway safety corridor costs jumping sharply in draft updates. Air Pollution Lawsuit: The 9th Circuit tossed a class action against Delta and Alaska Air over jet pollution near Seattle-Tacoma, citing federal preemption. Fire Tech: Fire Foresight won a $500,000 XPRIZE for autonomous wildfire detection and response, with testing near Nenana.