Tim Rockey
Alaska News Nightly Producer/Education ReporterTim is the producer of Alaska News Nightly and reports on statewide education issues for Alaska Public Media. He has worked at Alaska Public Media since March 2023.
As Alaska News Nightly producer, Tim strives to bring the most pertinent and engaging statewide news to listeners across the Alaska Public Radio Network. He prepares a rundown of stories for the ANN broadcast each day, in addition to reporting on education issues in Anchorage, the Mat-Su and across the state.
Before joining Alaska Public Media, Tim was a digital reporter at Alaska’s News Source, and reported on general assignments and sports for the Mat-Su Valley Frontiersman. His interest in journalism developed while broadcasting for Radio Free Palmer and freelancing for the Frontiersman as a high school student.
Though born and raised under the water tower in Palmer, Tim has lived in Anchorage since 2021. When he’s not working, he’s often watching or playing baseball or softball, hiking or fishing.
Reach Tim at trockey@alaskapublic.org or 907-550-8487.
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Sen. Lisa Murkowski opposes changing senate procedures to make it easier to confirm President Trump’s nominees. -
New air quality sensors will help scientists monitor wildfire smoke around the state. -
A new audit shows Alaska's foster care system hasn't made meaningful progress on most reforms outlined in a 2018 law. -
The money for after-school and migrant programs was released the same week districts sued over the frozen funds. -
Legislators prepare for next month's special session, despite the governor's call for some not to attend. -
Health officials work to tally the impact of the budget reconciliation bill on Alaska's Medicaid program. -
Delays for Alaskans seeking government benefits like food stamps and disability payments persist. -
After voting against clawing back public broadcasting funding, Sen. Murkowski explains what happened. -
Officials with the state’s largest school district say they’ve reassigned some staff to minimize the layoffs. -
Coastal communities react to a tsunami warning this afternoon after a large earthquake near the Aleutians.
