Senate Passes Historic Health Care Bill
The US Senate has passed the Democratic-led health care reform bill. The vote split down party lines this morning: 60 Democrats...
Board Releases Version of Redistricting Map
Ellen Lockyer, KSKA – Anchorage
One thing is for certain, the Redistricting Board’s draft of Alaska’s new election map is bound to raise...
At a Soldotna gun shop, national news drives local sales
A gun shop owner says that whenever there’s unrest or something big in the news in the Lower 48 — even if it has little or no connection to Alaska — people come in and start stockpiling.
PenAir Plane crashes in Unalaska; one person is dead, others critically injured
One passenger has died and another has been medevaced to Anchorage for further treatment after a PenAir airplane arriving from Anchorage went off the runway at Unalaska's airport on Thursday evening.
Gasline Port Authority appeals AGIA decision; denied
The Alaska Gasline Port Authority has been rejected a second time by the Palin Administration. The administration selected TransCanada as its potential developer of...
How did an Anchorage soup kitchen make millions on its homeless shelter contract? A reporter explains.
The money came from a generous city contract funded by federal taxpayers. And more than a year after Bean’s Cafe lost its contract to run the shelter at Sullivan Arena, the billing dispute remains unresolved.
Winter storm closes Juneau schools, state offices and largest grocery store
National Weather Service forecasters are warning of rain and ice forming on top of the snow, which could cause flooding on Monday.
Energy leaders in Anchorage make the case for Alaska LNG pipeline — again
U.S. officials say the proposed 800-mile pipeline, long plagued by its high cost, could be a “strategic tool” for the country.
Alaska governor and Anchorage mayor remain close with city library leader, despite her history of offensive remarks
The inflammatory remarks from Anchorage's deputy library director, Judy Eledge, were most recently documented in a story by the Anchorage Daily News and ProPublica that included audio secretly recorded by one of Eledge's subordinates.
Peltola receives rock-star welcome as AFN keynote speaker
“I'm uplifted in this moment because of you,” said Rep. Mary Peltola, wearing the late Rep. Don Young's signature bolo tie — a gift from his daughter Joni, presented on-stage.
Financial needs linger among Alaskans, a year after the start of the pandemic shocked the state’s economy
Needs have settled down after the early spike, but many Alaskans are still dealing with the financial impacts of the pandemic, which are expected to linger in the months ahead.
How climate researchers and Juneau composers are turning data into song
Through the project, music composers will interpret glacier outburst floods, high latitude mirages and arctic sea ice changes.
Burning engine fell from plane just before fatal crash near Fairbanks, NTSB says
The NTSB's Clint Johnson says video and witness reports of the fire are "a key piece of evidence" in the April 23 crash, which killed both crew members.
Yup’ik Voters Give Ballot Translation Mixed Reviews
Alaska Native voters in the Yukon-Kuskokwim region of Western Alaska give the Yup’ik language primary ballot translations mixed reviews. All eight of the Yup’ik voters that KYUK talked with said they needed help understanding what they were voting on.
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Senate Bill Would Establish Professional Standards for Fishing Guides
Jacob Resneck, KMXT – Kodiak
A bill that would create an independent board regulating licensed sport fishing guides is gaining ground in the...
7 hunters rescued after being stranded at a fish camp near Emmonak for a week
Rescue teams have been able to drop food to the stranded hunters by plane, but they haven't been able to land. They're worried about the group's ability to keep warm. They're running out of wood.
NTSB Concludes Crash Scene Investigation
Lori Townsend and Annie Feidt, APRN – Anchorage
NTSB investigators today had a few more details about Monday night’s crash that killed Senator Ted...
Obama brings Native youth into spotlight
Politicians and captains of industry would give a small fortune for this invitation, but a 16-year-old Anchorage girl had an hour-long discussion yesterday with the President of the United States. The opportunity came as President Obama addressed the White House Tribal Nations Conference, an annual event that started with his administration.
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Mayor Sullivan Announces Investigation into APD
The Mayor of Anchorage has announced an external investigation into the policies and procedures at the Anchorage Police Department. KSKA's Daysha Eaton...
Justice department pledges $10.5M in emergency funds for public safety
U.S. Attorney General William Barr declared a law enforcement emergency in Alaska on June 28. The announcement follows a visit to the state where he saw firsthand how many rural communities have little to no public safety.