Monthly Archives: December 2007
Palin signs new oil tax into law
The ACES plan could increase taxes paid by the oil industry by more than $1.5 billion per year.
David Shurtleff, APRN - Anchorage
Convicted lawmaker Kott appealing case
Kott was found guilty of conspiracy, bribery, and extortion in September, and was sentenced earlier this month to six years in federal prison.
David Shurtleff,...
Bush authorizes sweeping national energy plan
Fuel efficiency of 35 miles per gallon must be reached by the year 2020. There are also Alaska-specific provisions in the energy bill, including...
7.2 magnitude quake rocks the Aleutians
A 7.2 magnitude earthquake hit the Western Aleutian Islands at about 11:30pm last night.
Charles Homans, KIAL - Unalaska
An interview with Kikkan Randall
Anchorage skier Kikkan Randall is relaxing in Toronto with her fiance, but her adrenaline is still pumping from last weekend's World Cup race.
Lori Townsend,...
New rules should be easier for fishermen
The National Marine Fisheries Service will soon make changes to the rules that help Alaska longline fishing vessels avoid catching too many seabirds.
Casey Kelly,...
Fairbanks to see even more Japanese tourists
Japan Airlines is increasing the number of direct flights to the city beginning later this month.
Dan Bross, KUAC - Fairbanks
Sudden resignation a mystery at Doyon
Shareholders for the Alaska Native regional corporation Doyon are asking questions about the recent resignation of its President and CEO.
Ben Markus, KUAC - Fairbanks
Oil giant BP makes huge donation
Anchorage's library renovation and expansion campaign received a big boost when BP-Alaska announced the company is giving $840 thousand toward the city's libraries.
Len Anderson,...
Cold, darkness not wearing on Barrow residents
The residents of Barrow had been enjoying warmer than average weather, then temperatures dipped to 20 below.
Earl Finkler, KBRW - Barrow
Alaska News Nightly: December 19, 2007
Governor Palin signed the state's new oil tax into law today. Plus, a 7.2 magnitude earthquake hits the western Aleutian Islands, and a convicted...
Sullivan's run off proposal fails as his mayoral campaign begins
Last night, Assembly member Dan Sullivan's attempt to raise the percentage of votes needed to elect the Anchorage mayor failed. Today Sullivan is scheduled...
Community Forum: Alaskans for Clean Elections
Nationally, the election season is well underway and it will be in full swing in Alaska soon. This week on Community Forum, Nellie Moore...
Cook Inlet Beluga population nears 400
The annual count for the depleted Cook Inlet Beluga was released today, but researchers aren't ready to say the population is truly recovering.
Lori Townsend,...
Senator demands 'Coconut Road' investigation
U.S. Senator Tom Coburn of Oklahoma is calling for an investigation into $10 million that was earmarked by Congressman Don Young while he was...
Mat Maid workers brace for closure
Matanuska Maid dairy plant in Anchorage, Alaska.
Photo by Ellen Lockyer, APRN.
Urban dairy workers are wondering where to find employment, and rural dairy producers are...
Feds will pay millions for Native care neglect
The Yukon Kuskokwim Health Corporation has settled its on-going lawsuit with the Indian Health Services.
Angela Denning-Barnes, KYUK - Bethel
Law would keep cruise ships in Canadian ports longer
A new customs and border patrol regulation being considered for Hawaii may have repercussions in Southeast Alaska.
Alec Dickinson, KRBD - Ketchikan
Fairbanks shelter gets national recognition
Loving Companions Incorporated, a volunteer run shelter for unwanted animals received the “Shelter of the Week Award” from the Society for Prevention of Cruelty...
Anchorage school propositions total $43 million
If the assembly agrees, the request for capital bonds will go before voters in next April's municipal election.
Len Anderson, KSKA - Anchorage