Tim Rockey, Alaska Public Media - Anchorage
Alaska News Nightly: Tuesday, November 5, 2024
Alaskans head to the polls on Election Day. Plus, Alaskans experiencing addiction are often using more than one substance at a time.
Bear Valley parents pack school board meeting to protest Anchorage school closure proposal
The school board heard over three hours of testimony about the proposed school closure list.
Alaska News Nightly: Friday, November 1, 2024
The U.S House race in Alaska is one of the most expensive in the country. Plus, Anchorage nurses are wary of a new "tele-nurse" system.
Anchorage School District officials propose closing 7 elementary schools
The list of neighborhood schools that may shutter includes Bear Valley, Tudor and Baxter elementary. The school board must approve any closures.
Alaska News Nightly: Thursday, October 31, 2024
Kenai troopers are indicted on felony assault charges. Plus, Anchorage officials prepare hotel rooms for homeless residents.
Alaska News Nightly: Wednesday, October 30, 2024
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Kotzebue residents...
Alaska News Nightly: Tuesday, October 29, 2024
A controversial ruling has an Anchorage judge facing an effort to oust him. Plus, the effort to keep fentanyl out of prisons raises concerns.
Alaska News Nightly: Monday, October 28, 2024
Ballot Measure 2 aims to get rid of ranked choice voting. Plus, Haines parents are faced with difficult child care decisions.
Alaska News Nightly: Friday, October 25, 2024
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Legislative candidates...
Alaska News Nightly: Thursday, October 24, 2024
Alaska's business community is divided over ballot measure to raise the minimum wage. Plus, emergency responders head to Kotzebue.
Mat-Su to vote on bond proposition to fund charter school buildings
Principals say finding suitable buildings to house charter schools is a significant hurdle, and many see bond propositions as a way to expand access to charter schools.
Alaska News Nightly: Wednesday, October 23, 2024
Unhoused Alaskans suffer cold exposure injuries more frequently. Plus, a program in Ketchikan connects residents to free mobile health care.
Alaska News Nightly: Tuesday, October 22, 2024
Rain and snow disrupt travel in Fairbanks. Plus, the closure of a century-old fish plant leaves King Cove residents uncertain of the future.
Alaska News Nightly: Monday, October 21, 2024
The AFN encourages attendees to get out and vote. Plus, delegates at the AFN convention argue for reforms to subsistence management.
ASD to release plan to close schools, redraw middle school boundaries in November
The state’s largest school district plans to reduce schools due to declining enrollment.
Alaska News Nightly: Friday, October 18, 2024
Congresswoman Mary Peltola focuses on subsistence at AFN. Plus, a bill aims to attract experienced teachers to Alaska schools.
Alaska News Nightly: Thursday, October 17, 2024
Former AFN President Julie Kitka delivers a message of hope. Plus, the announcement of a cruise ship dock surprises Juneau city officials.
Alaska News Nightly: Wednesday, October 16, 2024
Political observers say Alaska could be the path to presidential victory. Plus, a grant aims to help communities respond to climate issues.
Alaska News Nightly: Tuesday, October 15, 2024
Criminal cases in Anchorage are dismissed due to a lack of prosecutors. Plus, a discussion on subsistence rights at the AFN convention.
Alaska News Nightly: Monday, October 14, 2024
Sitka residents examine the impacts of the child care shortage. Plus, Trident Seafoods' sells its Kodiak fish processing plant.