Kotzebue musher lost in Interior Alaska gets assist from troopers
25-year-old musher James Foster showed signs of hypothermia when troopers located him at a remote location off of the Steese Highway, but he refused to leave with the helicopter.
Here’s what’s on the agenda for the Alaska Legislature’s third special session
The special session starts on Monday.
Anchorage homeschool programs fill and waitlists grow as the school year begins
Thousands of families in Anchorage are trying an entirely new schooling format - homeschooling.
Alaska News Nightly: Thursday, Dec. 15, 2016
Governor Walker's proposed budget leaves gap of almost $900 million; Walker abandons Juneau Access Road; Former Anchorage man indicted in Iranian money laundering scheme; Alaska woman sues to block electors from voting for Trump; Assembly member flooded with threatening messages since controversy; Fracking in Alaska: Who should weigh in?; Seniors find companionship through Kenaitze program Listen Now
Thirsty California a potential market for bulk water
In Sitka, raising the hydroelectric dam at Blue Lake has created not only a source of renewable energy, but an even larger reserve of fresh water. The bulk water presents a business opportunity.
Zirkle into Kaltag with Iditarod Lead
Aliy Zirkle continued her charge to win this year's Iditarod reaching Kaltag a little after 11 am Saturday morning. Should she reach Nome first, she would be the first woman to win the race since Susan Butcher won in 1990.
Court filing aims to prevent lawsuits by Alaska victims in Las Vegas shooting
MGM Resorts International wants a judicial declaration that it was not liable in any way for the attack. The PBS NewsHour reported about 2,500 people had sued or threatened to sue MGM and that the company responded with lawsuits similar to the one filed in Alaska. Listen now
Cruise season ends in Juneau, with an estimated 1.15 million passengers
The estimate, which beat a February projection of about 1 million tourists, represents about 74% of the capacity for all the ships that sailed to Juneau this year.
Murkowski says repeal, replace should coincide
President-elect Donald Trump today leaned on Congress to quickly get rid of President Obama’s signature heath care law. But Lisa Murkowski is among five Republicans in the U.S. Senate sponsoring an amendment to slow the repeal. Listen now
25-year-old Bethel man picked to lead replacement of state Rep. Fansler
House District 38 Democrats selected Ben Anderson-Agimuk, 25, from Tununak and Bethel, and Fansler’s former aide, to chair their local party. It’s the caucus’ first step toward replacing Rep. Zach Fansler, who resigned last week amidst assault allegations. Listen now
New Mushing Magazine Owners Plan to Grow Coverage
Robert and Michele Forto will continue to publish the print magazine while expanding online offerings.
Q&A: Legislative aide lobbied for amendment that could benefit son in sex crime case
A legislative aide used his connections to try to affect a state law in a way that could benefit his son, who state prosecutors said sexually abused a 12-year-old girl when he was 18
Alaska lawmakers look at election results and ponder policies, politics and personalities in coalition discussions
Alaska Beacon reporter James Brooks says some state senators have been talking about the very real possibility of forming a coalition. But the future of a coalition-controlled House is much murkier.
NOAA Head Says Offshore Oil Plans Should be Reined In
The head of the National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration says proposed offshore drilling plans for Alaska’s coasts should be reined in because of concerns...
Older Alaskans: Still working after all these years
Are you an older Alaskan who is still working? You're part of a trend. Tell us your story, and learn more why this is happening in Alaska and across the United States.
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‘In Oceans Deep’ explores the mysteries beneath the waves
Scientist and explorer Bill Streever discusses his new book, a chronicle of some of the world's subsea mysteries.
Juneau planners approve $150M waterfront project including new cruise ship dock
Huna Totem Corporation’s Aak’w Landing project will also include a culture and science center, retail space and underground parking.
Fairbanks Man Frustrated With Obama’s ACA “Fix”
About 9,000 Alaskans are being forced out of their existing health insurance plans next year under the Affordable Care Act. Last week, President Obama announced new rules that may allow some residents to keep their plans for another year. But for Fairbanks knife maker Mark Knapp, that "fix" doesn't go far enough.
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Supreme Court Judge Finding Resistance While Seeking Retention
Dave Donaldson, APRN – Juneau
Article Four of Alaska’s Constitution requires that every judicial appointee stand for a public vote – approving or rejecting...
Forest Service seeks Alaska workers amid national labor shortage
U.S. Forest Service recruiters say economic conditions are making it hard to recruit and retain Alaska employees who come from out of state.