Shelby Herbert, KFSK - Petersburg
Scientists hope to learn about alien intelligence from Frederick Sound humpback whales
SETI researchers camped at a remote Southeast Alaska lighthouse last summer to investigate humpback whale communication.
U.S. Navy apologizes for Southeast Alaska burning and bombardment of Kake in 1869
Navy representatives visited Kake to formally apologize for the attack, which left many people to starve or die afterward.
Quakers travel to Kake to return wooden paddles, baby booties and other cultural artifacts
The group's visit was part of an ongoing effort to apologize for its participation in the forced assimilation of the Tlingit people.
9th Circuit lifts closure of Southeast Alaska king salmon troll fishery
A three-judge panel partially reversed a lower court ruling in a lawsuit brought by the Washington-based Wild Fish Conservancy.
Smoke from Canada wildfires tinges Southeast Alaska skies
Southeast Alaska's blue skies will be slightly dingy this week with smoke from wildfires in Canada.
Arizona-based scientist developing geologic map of Southeast Alaska
The map could have applications from educating tourists to helping prospectors find gold and communities prepare for landslides.
9th Circuit hears appeals in Southeast Alaska king salmon troll fishery lawsuit
Three federal judges heard arguments Thursday for and against a lower court ruling that threatened to halt Southeast Alaska’s king salmon troll fishery.
Tongass National Forest exits years-long insect outbreak with a ‘bad haircut’
Insect infestations began tearing through Southeast Alaska years ago, leaving behind scores of balding trees and annoyed hikers.
9th Circuit to hear oral arguments on Southeast king salmon troll fishery lawsuit
Federal judges will hear oral arguments Thursday in an appeal of a ruling that threatened to halt the Southeast troll fishery for king salmon.
Petersburg wolf trapper featured on hunting show ‘MeatEater’
A guide reluctantly showcased his talent for trapping wolves, along with his love and respect for them, on a popular hunting program.
A petition to put king salmon on the endangered species list is raising alarm across Alaska
People across Alaska are reacting to a petition that would grant Gulf of Alaska king salmon Endangered Species Act protections.
New report questions business model of British Columbia gold mines
The report says mines are allowing day traders and Canadian taxpayers to assume most of the financial risk, while a much smaller group of shareholders reaps the rewards.
Reality TV crews bring economic boost to Petersburg, but many locals wonder if it’s worth it
In 2023, three reality TV shows and a documentary were shot in the remote Southeast town, a small windfall for many local businesses.
Alaska ferry system awarded $132M in federal grants
U.S. Sen. Lisa Murkowski said the funds, largely intended to replace the ferry Tustumena, represent “a big, fat deal” for Alaskan ferry riders.
Petersburg High School students raise and release pink salmon
Science teacher Alice Cumps' class, in which students help hatch salmon into the wild, offers university credits and has kids competing to get in.
Storm that hit Wrangell brought wider Southeast Alaska damage
The storm that caused Monday's deadly landslide in Wrangell also triggered slides near Ketchikan and knocked out Coast Guard radio relay towers.
First responders to Coast Guard helicopter’s crash were the Southeast Alaska fishing crew it came to rescue
The crew of the Lydia Marie say they heard the rescue helicopter's rotors, as their vessel was taking on water late Monday night — then silence.
4 Coast Guardsmen hurt in helicopter crash near Petersburg
The Coast Guard says all four crew members were rescued and flown to Petersburg for initial treatment, then to Seattle for additional care.
A Petersburg family is trying to change Alaska’s workers’ comp laws in honor of their daughter
The family wants to hold employers more accountable for negligence, which could affect thousands of Alaskans working dangerous jobs.
Hunters report record harvest for Central Southeast moose hunt
Hunters harvested 141 bulls, nine more than the previous record set.