Yereth Rosen, Alaska Beacon

Yereth Rosen, Alaska Beacon
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Four clams of different sizes arranged on a plank of wood

High levels of toxins in clams follows rapid warmup in Gulf of Alaska waters

Warm conditions in the waters surrounding the Alaska Peninsula have produced algal blooms that threaten the safety of food important to coastal residents.
Six moose, seen from above, browsing on low shrubs in the snow

Moose population boom, linked to climate change, inspires some hunting changes

The changes in the Togiak National Wildlife Refuge fit a wider pattern of wildlife shifts that affect subsistence users.
A bald eagle sitting in a tree

Avian influenza’s arrival in Alaska signals danger for other parts of the world

Alaska is a globally significant reservoir and distribution point for viruses carried by birds.
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ConocoPhillips starts production at new Alpine satellite field

The well was drilled about a month ago by Doyon 26, the largest mobile drill rig in North America and nicknamed “The Beast.”
a group of people sit at a table

Alaska US House candidates use industry forum to try to stand out in crowded field

With four dozen people vying to become Alaska’s sole U.S. House member, how does anyone corral contenders into a meaningful public forum?