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.
Alaska News Nightly: Friday, December 8, 2023
Alaska's domestic violence remains high, but advocates are trying to reverse the trends. Plus, a forum discusses Alaska's education funding.
Alaska News Nightly: Thursday, December 7, 2023
After major snowfall, Anchorage leaders envision a better plan for plowing. Plus, Juneau considers a limit on cruise passengers.
Mat-Su School Board selects replacement member
Anthony “Brooks” Pitcher told the school board he shares the values of the former school board member he was chosen to replace.
Alaska News Nightly: Wednesday, December 6, 2023
The White House unveils nearly 200 agreements with Indigenous Tribes. Plus, Alaska Airlines offers an alternative to "mileage runs."
Mat-Su School District sued over restraint and seclusion practices
Alaska's second-largest school district has been hit with a third lawsuit in as many weeks, this time for restraint and seclusion practices.
Alaska News Nightly: Tuesday, December 5, 2023
Sen. Sullivan heralds military promotions. Plus, staffing shortages and a federal requirement contribute to a food stamp backlog.
Alaska News Nightly: Monday, December 4, 2023
Wrangell residents share perspectives from the night of the fatal landslide. Plus, Alaska Airlines announces it is buying Hawaiian Airlines.
Alaska News Nightly: Friday, December 1, 2023
Searchers find a fifth body after the landslide in Wrangell. Plus, Mayor Bronson clashes with the Assembly over his budget vetoes.
Mat-Su high school students sue school district alleging free speech violations
Mat-Su students have sued their own school district over alleged First Amendment violations for the second time in as many weeks.
Alaska News Nightly: Thursday, November 30, 2023
A Cook Inlet natural gas producer says it's sitting on a large deposit, but nobody wants in. Plus, Alaska ferries get a major funding boost.
Alaska News Nightly: Wednesday, November 29, 2023
A trial over a teen's murder opens, 45 years after her death. Plus, some Hooper Bay residents are still without adequate housing.
Alaska News Nightly: Tuesday, November 28, 2023
Scientists discuss the factors that led to the deadly landslide in Wrangell. Plus, a Wrangell man's retirement project becomes a lifeline.
Anchorage voters to decide school bond package that again includes Inlet View rebuild
A 2022 bond failed after the Anchorage School Board put $26 million toward the aging school, now estimated at more than $50 million total.
Alaska News Nightly: Monday, November 27, 2023
Searchers find a body in Wrangell as two people remain missing. Plus, state and federal governments go to court over the Kuskokwim River.
Alaska News Nightly: Friday, November 24, 2023
Officials continue the search for people after a deadly landslide in Wrangell. Plus, Alaska's minimum wage will increase next year.
No fatalities after Friday morning fire at Midtown Anchorage condo
No one was killed or seriously injured in a house fire Friday afternoon in Midtown Anchorage.
Alaska News Nightly: Wednesday, November 22, 2023
Wrangell continues the search for people still missing after a deadly landslide. Plus, Sen. Murkowski hosts a bipartisan sing-a-long.
Alaska News Nightly: Tuesday, November 21, 2023
A girl died, a woman was found alive and five are still missing after a landslide. Plus, Anchorage Mayor Dave Bronson gives a speech.
Mat-Su School District’s removal of books from school libraries prompts federal lawsuit
The plaintiffs’ lawyers noted many of the protagonists in the challenged books are people of color or LGBTQ+ characters.
Alaska News Nightly: Monday, November 20, 2023
Sen. Murkowski affirms support for Israel while contemplating the fate of innocents on both sides. Plus, Planned Parenthood sues the state.