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 education group prepares to sue state over school funding
“If the only thing that people will listen to is the court system, then that's what we're left with,” said Caroline Storm, with the Coalition for Education Equity of Alaska.
Alaska News Nightly: Wednesday, March 20, 2024
Lawmakers regroup on education policy. Plus, after delays, a Fairbanks man's appointment as an Arctic ambassador advances.
Alaska News Nightly: Tuesday, March 19, 2024
Supporters of a ceasefire oppose a bill that would criminalize protests. Plus, advocates say the state parole board uses the wrong criteria.
Timber, who loves to be near his musher
"He always wants to be near me," said Benjamin Good. "When he gets excited, he'll jump up and grab my beard with his front teeth."
Rolex, who’s ‘very full of himself’
Rolex is part of “the fashion litter." His siblings are named Prada, Fenty and Chanel.
Many Alaska charter school principals oppose Dunleavy’s plan for state approval option
Alaska charter principals say they greatly favor the existing local control of school districts.
Alaska News Nightly: Thursday, March 7, 2024
Alaska's public guardian program is overwhelmed. Plus, polling shows that Alaskans favor a large increase to education funding.
Alaska News Nightly: Wednesday, March 6, 2024
Donald Trump wins Alaska's preference poll in a landslide. Plus, the Alaska House passes a bill aimed at easing the path to home ownership.
Alaska News Nightly: Tuesday, March 5, 2024
Lawmakers are hopeful they can reach a deal on school funding. Plus, Alaska Republicans are casting votes at a presidential preference poll.
Alaska News Nightly: Monday, March 4, 2024
The only loading facility for coal is demolished in Seward. Plus, Republicans pick their favorite to be the presidential nominee tomorrow.
From wilderness guide to dairy farmer, meet 4 of the Iditarod rookies headed to Nome
There are 16 rookies competing in this year's Iditarod, about 40% of the entire race field.
Alaska News Nightly: Friday, March 1, 2024
Legislators ask the White House to ease restrictions on oil and gas development. Plus, a funding boost for renewable energy in the Arctic.
Alaska News Nightly: Thursday, February 29, 2024
A bill would impact on reproductive rights in Alaska. Plus, highway projects are at stake as the state works to resubmit its highway plan.
Alaska News Nightly: Wednesday, February 28, 2024
The House passes a bill making it easier to find childcare in Alaska. Plus, Iditarod officials talk conditions ahead of the ceremonial start.
Anchorage School Board reinstates most classroom budget cuts after passage of bipartisan education bill
The school board has until July to make changes if additional state funding falls through.
Alaska News Nightly: Tuesday, February 27, 2024
Gov. Dunleavy casts doubt on a bipartisan education bill. Plus, Indigenous groups push back against Canadian mining.
Alaska News Nightly: February 23, 2024
Lawmakers pass a historic increase to education funding. Plus, the Department of Agriculture looks to reduce energy costs in rural areas.
Mat-Su School Board bans 1 book after months of committee review
An advisory committee recommended removal of the novel “This Ends with Us,” for its depiction of domestic violence.
Alaska News Nightly: February 22, 2024
Lawmakers try to find common ground on a sweeping set of education reforms. Plus, an Anchorage jury finds Brian Smith guilty.
Alaska News Nightly: February 21, 2024
Sen. Dan Sullivan addresses legislators in Juneau. Plus, state senators. aim to thwart a proposal from the governor.