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, August 14, 2024
The family of a man killed by police is suing the officers. Plus, researchers study Alzheimer's disease among Indigenous Alaskans.
Alaska News Nightly: Tuesday, August 13, 2024
A power outage renews calls for preparedness. Plus, Fairbanks scientists find methane from thawing permafrost.
Alaska News Nightly: Monday, August 12, 2024
Disabled Alaskans sue a state-appointed guardian. Plus, family of a man fatally shot by Troopers questions whether the shooting was justified.
Alaska News Nightly: Friday, August 9, 2024
A group is working to restore some campaign finance limits. Plus, a Coast Guard icebreaker returns from patrol early due to mechanical issues.
Alaska News Nightly: Thursday, August 8, 2024
Consumer advocates question a grocery chain merger headed to court later this month. Plus, heavy rainfall causes flooding in Southcentral.
Alaska News Nightly: Wednesday, August 7, 2024
Gov. Dunleavy issues a disaster declaration after flooding in Juneau. Plus, judge rules that Mat-Su school library books must returned.
Judge orders Mat-Su school district to return challenged books to shelves
U.S. District Court Judge Sharon Gleason took issue with the district’s challenged book review process in her Tuesday order.
Alaska News Nightly: Tuesday, August 6, 2024
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Alaska News Nightly: Monday, August 5, 2024
Juneau residents brace for outburst flooding. Plus, a flight near Alaska's airspace indicates a growing partnership between Russia and China.
Alaska News Nightly: Friday, August 2, 2024
The education veto takes center stage in the race for a rural House seat. Plus, a congressional candidate is running from a federal prison.
New Anchorage school start times have families wondering where they’ll find care for young kids
Childcare experts say the sector is already facing a crisis, and worry the new school start times will make it even more difficult for families to find care for young children.
Alaska News Nightly: Thursday, August 1, 2024
New school start times have Anchorage families wondering where to find childcare. Plus, cases of whooping cough are on the rise in Alaska.
Alaska News Nightly: Wednesday, July 31, 2024
Some state lawmakers criticize Gov. Dunleavy's veto of Alaska Reads Act funding. Plus, the state clears police officers in a fatal shooting.
Alaska News Nightly: Tuesday, July 30, 2024
Almost two dozen cases handled by former Judge Joshua Kindred are under review. Plus, illegal fishing prompts an emergency closure.
Alaska News Nightly: Monday, July 29, 2024
Federal funding will help restore salmon habitat. Plus, a tribal housing authority is bringing more affordable units to Anchorage.
Alaska News Nightly: Friday, July 26, 2024
Family of a missing woman believe she's another victim of an already convicted killer. Plus, an invasive plant is spreading in Southeast.
Alaska News Nightly: Thursday, July 25, 2024
Anchorage Mayor Suzanne LaFrance identifies challenges facing the city. Plus, a Juneau health care facility for children in crisis closes.
Alaska News Nightly: Wednesday, July 24, 2024
An ash cloud is heading toward Alaska. Plus, Anchorage's new Chief Administrative Officer says staffing shortages are a major challenge.
Alaska News Nightly: Tuesday, July 23, 2024
Mary Peltola declines to endorse Vice President Kamala Harris for President. Plus, fisheries experts say rising costs are pricing people out.
Alaska News Nightly: Monday, July 22, 2024
Alaska Democrats quickly rally support around Kamala Harris. Plus, what will the Supreme Court's rollback of Chevron mean for Alaska?