Arctic Thunder Logistics: Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson’s Arctic Thunder open house draws up to 250,000 people and could mean major traffic and noise. Organizers are urging attendees to use shuttles, with base and airspace closures in place this weekend. UA Tuition Change: The University of Alaska Board of Regents voted to eliminate out-of-state tuition starting fall 2027 under “Alaska Unlocked,” aiming to boost enrollment and retention. Medicaid Fraud Push: Oklahoma AG Gentner Drummond is backing the “STOP FRAUD in Medicaid Act,” which would let state Medicaid fraud units investigate recipient fraud, not just provider fraud. Alaska Foster Care Case: A Better Childhood dropped its federal lawsuit challenging Alaska’s foster care system, after a judge ruled plaintiffs lacked standing; the state says it can proceed without a court mandate. Anchorage News Watch: Anchorage police are seeking upgrades to real-time crime monitoring, while local officials are also weighing how to handle alleged misuse of taxpayer-funded travel. Public Safety Reminder: The FDA recalled bettergoods pistachio nut butter sold at Walmart in 19 states, including Alaska, due to possible salmonella contamination. Tribes & Prediction Markets: Tribes urged Congress to clarify prediction market rules, warning the fast-growing industry is operating outside existing tribal gaming frameworks. Wildlife & Land Debate: A new Alaska-focused film and activists’ concerns spotlight who gets to decide the future of public lands, including fears about logging under proposed Tongass-related land transfers.