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Power on Alaska

Fri, 20 Feb 2009 14:18:08 -0800

Power on Alaska

Mentoring Alaska's Youth

Fri, 13 Feb 2009 13:06:44 -0800

2/12 - It's a known fact that when adults take an interest in children, kids generally do better in life. In this week's Break the Cycle CBS 11's Lauren Maxwell tells us about an effort to find more adults who are willing to help.

The Brother Francis Shelter

Fri, 06 Feb 2009 12:40:25 -0800

2/5 - When we think of the Brother Francis Shelter here in Anchorage, we think of a place where homeless people can spend the night and be kept warm and safe.

Domestic Violence

Fri, 30 Jan 2009 11:47:35 -0800

1/29 - The night before he murdered her, he tracked her down at a birthday party and threatened to kill her with a knife according to court records.

Dare to Care

Fri, 23 Jan 2009 12:57:15 -0800

1/22 - Nobody likes the thought of children going hungry, especially at school. In this weeks Break the Cycle CBS 11's Lauren Maxwell tells us about a program working to make sure that doesn't happen.

Covenant House Assists Anchorage

Fri, 09 Jan 2009 11:56:27 -0800

1/8 - If you've been to Downtown Anchorage it's likely that you've seen Covenant House. The non-profit has been helping to break the cycle of homeless youth here in Anchorage for 20-years.

BTC: Bring the Kids Home - Part 3

Fri, 19 Dec 2008 12:22:22 -0800

12/18 - If a parent has a child with a serious mental health issue they may find it tough to get treatment in Alaska.

BTC: Bring the Kids Home - Part 2

Fri, 19 Dec 2008 12:22:11 -0800

Some children's needs cannot be maintained in Alaska, relocation appears to be the only feasable option.

BTC: Bring the Kids Home - Part 1

Fri, 19 Dec 2008 12:22:43 -0800

12/4 - For many years families in Alaska who had children who were emotionally disturbed didn't have a choice. If they wanted their children to get well, they had to send them to treatment facilities outside the state.

BTC: postpartum depression

Fri, 21 Nov 2008 12:29:25 -0800

11/20 - When a woman has a baby it's expected that it will be one of the happiest times in her life, but CBS 11's Lauren Maxwell tells us in tonight's break the cycle report, sometimes the reality is very different.

Break the Cycle: FISH

Fri, 14 Nov 2008 11:30:16 -0800

11/14 - Money is tight for many families these days, but while most people can get by on cutting back, others are facing true emergencies.

Break the Cycle: Big Brothers Big Sisters

Fri, 28 Aug 2009 17:46:35 -0700

11/6 - Research shows that children who have solid relationships with adults do better in school and ultimately better in life. But not every child has that opportunity.

Energy takes center stage at AFN convention

Fri, 28 Aug 2009 17:46:03 -0700

Looming large on this year's convention agenda is the energy crisis facing bush Alaska.

Break the Cycle: Four As

Fri, 28 Aug 2009 17:45:22 -0700

Across the country, the number of newly diagnosed AIDS cases continues to rise and in Alaska, that unfortunately is the case as well.

Break the Cycle: East High's Change of Heart program

Fri, 28 Aug 2009 17:45:22 -0700

BTC: An East High School in Anchorage program called Change of Heart. The program works with incoming freshmen to show them how their attitudes towards others can not only break the cycle of intolerance, but make their school a better place.

Break the Cycle: Stepping Stones

Fri, 28 Aug 2009 17:45:22 -0700

Substance abuse is a big problem in Alaska, and it effects everyone in one way or another. In tonight's Break the Cycle report, Lauren Maxwell tells us about a unique treatment program that is specifically designed for mothers.