Tim Rockey, Alaska Public Media - Anchorage
Tim Rockey is the producer of Alaska News Nightly and covers education for Alaska Public Media. Reach him at trockey@alaskapublic.org or 907-550-8487. Read more about Tim here.
ACLU sues Mat-Su school district over bathroom policy for transgender students
The lawsuit alleges that the district violated the student’s constitutional rights to privacy and equal protection.
Alaska News Nightly: Wednesday, January 31, 2024
Gov. Dunleavy's State of the State address calls for increased resource development. Plus, a bill could help ease a natural gas shortage.
Alaska News Nightly: Tuesday, January 30, 2024
Lawmakers consider a pension-style retirement system. Plus, protestors rally for an increase to Alaska's per-student funding.
Dimond teacher named finalist for National Teacher of the Year award
Cat Walker is the second Alaskan finalist for the national award in as many years.
Alaska News Nightly: Monday, January 29, 2024
A controversial housing project passes the Anchorage Assembly. Plus, Congresswoman Mary Peltola seeks reelection.
Alaska News Nightly: Friday, January 26, 2024
Legislators consider changes to requirements for hunting and fishing licenses. Plus, researchers track permafrost thaw in Nunapitchuk.
Mat-Su ice fishing outing helps teens learn where their food comes from
Young members of the Knik Tribe go ice fishing to learn about subsistence harvests.
Alaska News Nightly: Thursday, January 25, 2024
Feds say traffickers targeted Alaska's cities and far-flung communities. Plus, a price tag on the impacts of climate change in rural Alaska.
Alaska News Nightly: Wednesday, January 24, 2024
FEMA announces new rules that could help victims of future natural disasters. Plus, new snow in Juneau has residents concerned.
Alaska News Nightly: Tuesday, January 23, 2024
Lawmakers spar over a bill to fund public education. Plus, advocates for the military in Alaska say the state is vital to Arctic security.
Alaska News Nightly: Monday, January 22, 2024
The Village of Eklutna and utilities disagree over the future of the river. Plus, a group is training employees to recognize signs of abuse.
Anchorage middle school reports suspected mumps case
Romig Middle School staff canceled after-school activities Thursday when they learned of the case. The school is being disinfected, pending test results.
Alaska News Nightly: Thursday, January 18, 2024
The federal government will remain funded until early March. Plus, Anchorage health officials respond to a possible mumps case.
Alaska News Nightly: Wednesday, January 17, 2024
Oil production in Alaska is expected to increase. Plus, the cost of electricity in rural Alaska could become even more expensive.
Mat-Su legislator loses part of social media lawsuit after judge’s ruling
The lawsuit was filed in July 2022 and may not be resolved until after the legislative session has finished.
Alaska News Nightly: Tuesday, January 16, 2024
Officials respond to a gas leak on the North Slope. Plus, melting permafrost in Nunapitchuk is hazardous for public safety employees.
Alaska News Nightly: Friday, January 12, 2024
A new report spotlights problems in the state's Adult Protective Services. Plus, A climatologist puts last year's weather into perspective.
Alaska News Nightly: Thursday, January 11, 2024
Disagreement continues over the Mulchatna caribou herd. Plus, an Indiana man is sentenced for the murder of an Alaska woman in 2019.
Alaska News Nightly: Wednesday, January 10, 2024
Thawing permafrost in Nunapitchuk impacts residents' health and homes. Plus, mining companies explore for Nickel near Paxson.
Anchorage’s top education official sought a per-student funding increase. Then she became a commissioner.
Deena Bishop has defended the governor's latest budget proposal, which does not include an increase to the Base Student Allocation.