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: Wednesday, March 22, 2023
Lawmakers consider denying themselves pay raises after a convoluted process recommended a significant bump in compensation. Months-long delays for Medicaid application approvals are causing some Alaskans to forego needed health care.
Alaska News Nightly: Tuesday, March 21, 2023
Climate protestors in Washington D.C. continue to press President Joe Biden after his approval of the Willow Project. Plus, homicides increased steadily and significantly in Alaska over the last decade, according to a state report.
Palmer to set up interim library after roof collapse
Residents of Palmer have rallied to support the Palmer Public Library since the building suffered a partial roof collapse on Feb. 15.
Alaska News Nightly: Monday, March 20, 2023
A remote Alaska community grapples with the aftermath of the first polar bear attack in three decades. Plus, Senator Dan Sullivan addresses the commercial fishing trade show in Kodiak.
Alaska News Nightly: Friday, March 17, 2023
Student representatives on the state school board share their thoughts with lawmakers on a controversial gender identity bill. Plus, Remembering sportfishing advocate Bob Penney, who fell in love with the Kenai River in the 70s.
Alaska News Nightly: Thursday, March 16, 2023
Senator Murkowski decries the collapse of several fisheries at the commercial fishing trade show in Kodiak. Plus, court system officials defend the state's grand jury system against protests.
Alaska News Nightly: Wednesday, March 15, 2023
The EPA proposes a national limit on PFAS compounds in drinking water. Plus, an Alaska oil and gas expert's idea for the state to make money by NOT drilling in ANWR.
Alaska News Nightly: Tuesday, March 14, 2023
Ryan Redington is the first in his family to capture the Iditarod crown, fulfilling a lifelong dream. Plus, Senator Murkowski reacts to Interior Secretary Deb Haaland starting a new process to secure a road out of King Cove.
Alaska News Nightly: Monday, March 13, 2023
Alaska's congressional delegation cheers as the federal government approves the controversial Willow oil drilling project. Plus, Ryan Redington arrives in White Mountain, in good position to win the Iditarod.
Alaska News Nightly: Friday, March 10, 2023
Alaska's congressional delegation files an amicus brief in federal court in an attempt to protect Southeast Alaska's troll fishery. As many as 500 visitors expected to arrive in Nome for the Iditarod finish may not have a place to stay. Plus, Alaska's congressional delegation files an amicus brief in federal court in an attempt to protect Southeast Alaska's troll fishery.
Alaska News Nightly: Thursday, March 9, 2023
Two lawmakers are working to enshrine Anti-discrimination protections for fellow LGBTQ Alaskans. In Takotna, mushers rest, relax, and refuel on pie. Plus, Unalaska's tribal government seeks community input to assess the city's climate vulnerability.
Alaska News Nightly: Wednesday, March 8, 2023
Doctors are concerned that the removal of an abortion pill from Walgreens may impact rural Alaskans. In Nikolai, Iditarod rookie Gregg Vitello discusses his experience from the back of the pack. Plus, Kotzebue declares a disaster due to massive snow drifts.
Alaska News Nightly: Tuesday, March 7, 2023
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Anchorage School District closes 5 school libraries due to snow load
The Anchorage School District has closed five elementary school libraries to evaluate potentially dangerous snow buildup on top of schools.