Hall Proposes New Testimony Protocol, Unions Apply to Hold Referendum
The Anchorage Assembly Chair says he's going to introduce a new ordinance that will better outline how public hearings work. Meanwhile, Anchorage union leaders have applied to hold a referendum that could repeal a controversial ordinance recently passed by the Assembly. KSKA's Daysha Eaton has more.
Interview: Gov.Parnell Explains Fiscal Plan
With less than two weeks of the session to go, Gov. Sean Parnell is watching how the legislature treats the state's budget and major bills affecting tax policy and energy projects.
Michael Feinstein’s American Songbook: Show Tunes
Watch Show Tunes - Preview on PBS. See more from Michael Feinsteins American Songbook.
Hear Stephen Sondheim, Angela Lansbury and Christine Ebersole talk about American musicals. TV: Friday, April 5 @ 9:30 p.m.
Protesters Rally Against Oil Tax Plan
As protests against legislation overhauling the state's oil tax structure were held across the state today, the bill continues to evolve inside the Capitol building. The latest version would lower taxes even more than the last one.
Tenure Bill Passes The Alaska House
The Alaska House passed legislation that would change the tenure system for urban teachers, extending their probationary period from three years to five.
Bethel Assembly Considers New Decency Laws
Lawmakers in Bethel are considering reshaping public decency laws within rural city's limits
Small Cruise Lines Grow In Southeast
A Seattle-based tour company is adding another vessel to its Alaska routes. Un-Cruise Adventures is one of several small-ship lines increasing capacity in what appears to be a growing market.
Sitka Sac Roe Closes As Co-op Yields 250 Tons
The Sitka Sound sac roe herring season is over. The Alaska Department of Fish & Game announced the closure Thursday morning.
‘A Call To Action’ On Planning Arctic Development
Dozens of federal, state and local agencies have a say on how development happens in arctic Alaska. A report released today (Thursday) makes the case for doing a better job coordinating the work those agencies are doing as big decisions are made on important arctic issues.
First Geese
It’s the classic symbol of spring in the interior. The first of thousands of migrating Canada Geese that stopover in Fairbanks on their way to summer nesting grounds in the arctic, were spotted at the Creamers Field Migratory Waterfowl Refuge yesterday (Wednesday).
Officials Reviewing Anchorage Election, Write-in Campaign Hopeful
The election commission has started reviewing question ballots from Tuesday's municipal election in Anchorage. But they won't be counting absentees until next week. KSKA'S Daysha Eaton has the story.
Outside Group Targets Begich on Immigration
The group Numbers USA aims to "educate voters" in states with senators who could play a pivotal role in the coming immigration debate. The group started airing an ad throughout Alaska this week that asks actors who "thinks Senator Mark Begich's plan to bring in foreign workers to take American jobs is a good idea?"
Four Arrested in Sexual Assault of Minor
Anchorage Police says four men, ages 19 - 21, have been arrested in the alleged assault of a seventeen year old homeless girl.
Oil Tax Overhaul May Cost As Much As $5 Billion Over Next 6 Years
The most recent version of oil tax overhaul has a new price tag: almost $5 billion over the next six years.
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Gov. Parnell Not Concerned About Oil Company Testimony On Tax Changes
With less than two weeks left to the regular session, legislators are focusing their attention on the budget and with getting to a vote on major bills- like oil tax reform. Governor Sean Parnell sat down with APRN’s Alexandra Gutierrez to talk about what he would like to see in these final days.
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Begich Furloughs Staff, Will Return Fraction of Pay
Senator Mark Begich says everyone will need to feel the pinch of sequester, so he’s decided to return a portion of his salary to the Treasury this year.
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Tribal Management Of Fish And Game Sought At Hearing
Senator Lisa Murkowski hosted a Senate hearing on subsistence in Bethel Tuesday afternoon. Over 25 people spoke and many more turned in written testimony.
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Chef Merges Native Traditions With Contemporary Cuisine
Rob Kinneen is a chef from Anchorage and the founder of Fresh49, an organization that raises awareness in Alaska about the benefits of using local foods.
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Infrastructure Bonds Pass
There were four bond propositions for infrastructure projects on the Anchorage Municipal ballot Tuesday, and they all passed.
Davis, Croft Handily Win School Board Seats
There were two Anchorage School Board seats on Tuesday's Election ballot. Bettye Davis and Eric Croft won them.