Most people in the crowd were from Southcentral, but some traveled from other corners of Alaska, like King Cove, and a few flew in from other states.

An estimated half of Alaska families cannot fully participate in the workforce because they lack access to childcare.

Hundreds of people gathered at Alaska Pacific University Monday to honor culture and traditions.

Thirteen-year-old Usukcaq is now adapting to life in Nome, where roads and cars are new to her. She’s learning to stick her head out the window. She still loves salmonberries.