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, June 19, 2024
Alaskans' fishy diet means higher standards for wastewater. Plus, two men are presumed dead after their plane crashed into a lake.
2 men presumed dead after Kenai Peninsula plane crash
Two hikers witnessed the small plane crash into Crescent Lake, troopers say.
Alaska News Nightly: Tuesday, June 18, 2024
Firefighters manage a wildfire burning in the Interior. Plus, a string of recent workplace deaths on the North Slope leads to questions.
Alaska News Nightly: Monday, June 17, 2024
A group supports Mary Peltola's reelection as Trump endorses her challenger. Plus, Southeast residents heat their homes with heat pumps.
Alaska News Nightly: Friday, June 14, 2024
Trawlers say they're fishing legally, despite concerns from nearby residents. Plus, just one company bids for Cook Inlet oil and gas leases.
Alaska News Nightly: Thursday, June 13, 2024
Researchers study why salmon are showing up farther north in the Arctic. Plus, farmers welcome early-season precipitation to the Interior.
Alaska News Nightly: Wednesday, June 12, 2024
Environmentalists say the federal government should reconsider TAPS. Plus, the family of a man killed by police asks to view the footage.
Alaska News Nightly: Tuesday, June 11, 2024
Fisheries managers hope a long-term closure will return king salmon. Plus, Fairbanks adds an Indigenous voice to the school board.
The replacement of one of Anchorage’s oldest schools is underway
Inlet View Elementary School was built in 1957. Supporters of the rebuild say the school is too old and too crowded.
Alaska News Nightly: Monday, June 10, 2024
Moving salmon to the endangered list could impact fisheries. Plus, a lawsuit seeks to restore fishing rights for the only Native reservation.
18-year-old Mat-Su grad seeks seat on school board that silenced him
“I thought that sitting on the board as student representative would be enough to make a positive change within our district, but I realized it wasn’t,” Ben Kolendo said.
Alaska News Nightly: Friday, June 7, 2024
An Alaskan sues the state over delays in approving Medicaid applications. Plus, Wildlife Refuge managers protect permafrost from wildfires.
Alaska News Nightly: Thursday, June 6, 2024
Regulators say Alaska needs tougher limits on pollutants. Plus, businesses say struggles with homelessness have hurt their bottom line.
Alaska News Nightly: Wednesday, June 5, 2024
The Alaska gasline announces a step forward, but the project still faces skepticism. Plus, researchers improve flood forecasts in Juneau.
Anchorage School Board approves career academies with opt-out provision after 9th grade
Business leaders voiced overwhelming support for the career academies model, which freshman will begin this fall.
Alaska News Nightly: Tuesday, June 4, 2024
Sen. Lisa Murkowski shares her nuanced stance on abortion rights. Plus, Anchorage's famed white raven flies south for the summer.
Anchorage School Board to vote tonight on controversial career academies plan
District leaders say the academies will boost graduation rates. But others, including the head of the teachers union, are skeptical.
Alaska News Nightly: Monday, June 3, 2024
Young Alaskans sue the state to stop the Alaska gasline project. Plus Juneau's hospital considers cutting some programs.
Alaska News Nightly: Friday, May 31, 2024
The ACLU says the state is violating prisoners' constitutional rights. Plus, cruise companies and the city of Juneau agree to cap passengers.
Alaska News Nightly: Thursday, May 30, 2024
Alaska's legal community is working to recover from the pandemic. Plus, a needle exchange reduces risk for people who aren't ready to quit.