Cases of whooping cough are spiking in Alaska this year
Whooping cough is especially risky for infants. The cough can be prevented by vaccination and treated with antibiotics.
Alaska officials echo federal push to promote healing after boarding schools report
Sen. Lisa Murkowski and state lawmakers have pushed for a Native-led documentation effort, saying the report underscores the need.
Sun Rise Camp: A new day for children with incarcerated parents
Organizers say the Sun Rise Camp could be the first summer program in Alaska for kids with parents who are serving time in prison.
Alaska adds millions to address domestic violence and sexual assault; advocates say more is needed
Service providers say the state’s programs need significant investment to make inroads on reduction.
Akiak residents hope month-long power outage will end this week
Residents say the outage has been catastrophic for many who have lost freezers full of subsistence foods.
Why is housing so expensive right now? | Talk of Alaska
Increasingly, housing is financially out of reach for people in Alaska wanting to own a home or even to find an affordable place to rent.
Southeast and Southcentral Alaska awarded $38M to launch heat pump rebate program
Homeowners will be eligible for rebates between $4,000 up to $8,500, depending on household income.
All the news that’s fit to reprint: AI and plagiarism drive revamped Tundra Drums website
The motives for resurrecting a storied Bethel newspaper's website to hoover up a wide range of Alaska content remain unclear.
Juneau’s hospital closes its crisis care unit less than a year after opening it
Bartlett Regional Hospital spokesperson Erin Hardin said the closure is due to a lack of funding and staff to keep the program afloat.
CDC amends new rules for dogs entering U.S.
The new rules will still introduce some novel requirements starting Aug. 1.
An expert guide to medical weight loss | Line One
While many services and products advertise quick fixes, medical weight loss offers a science-backed approach to achieving a healthy weight.
The Outlook for commercial fisheries | Talk of Alaska
Several factors are endangering the economy of coastal communities and transforming the lives of Alaskans who depend on commercial fishing.
Juneau residents hold vigil for homeless man killed by police
Both Steven Kissack, who was fatally shot Monday, and his dog Juno were familiar faces to those who live and work in downtown Juneau.
Long-term boost to Alaska’s Head Start early childhood program trimmed by veto
Care providers say the money is going to salaries to retain teachers and keep centers open.
Rabies could become a disease of the past. Here’s what it would take.
Asia and Africa — where 95% of rabies cases happen — have two obstacles to progress.
As Ketchikan’s main homeless shelter closed, participants voiced frustration
First City Homeless Services served its last meal on June 14, leaving a void for the hundreds who relied on it.
Screening for, preventing, and treating colorectal cancer | Line One: Your Health Connection
Host Dr. Justin Clark and his guests discuss resources for colon cancer screening, and hear one person’s journey through a diagnosis.
Denali and Fairbanks-area fires disrupt tourists and communities in Alaska
Wildfires around the state have accelerated, with fires at the entrance of Denali National Park and around Fairbanks causing the most problems.
How to heal your soil on an island covered in volcanic ash | INDIE ALASKA
Marion Owen is learning how to repair Kodiak's dense, ashy soil through the power of compost to grow the garden of her dreams.
Akiak residents say weeks without power have ruined frozen food stores, drained savings
The outage, which has caused the Kuskokwim River town’s residents severe hardships, appears to be part of a broader issue with its generators.