A new app is helping Alaskans with disabilities and memory loss become more independent
For lots of families in Alaska, MapHabit could become indispensable. The state has a shortage of care workers and many families are stretched thin.
Senators from Alaska, Maine form ‘Arctic Caucus’
Sen. Lisa Murkowski says she’s forming an Arctic caucus -- a group of senators that will meet to advance discussion among senators and staff about issues important to the Arctic and its people.
‘Our school is taking a dive’: Nikolaevsk parents push for a charter school
The isolated village of Nikolaevsk was founded by Russian Old Believers.
Woman Charged as Accomplice in Prisoner Escape
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A 22-year-old woman has been charged as an accomplice in Wednesday’s prisoner escape from a Matanuska Valley jail.
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Delegation Pushes To Protect Eielson Air Force Base
Alaska’s Congressional delegation is pushing defense authorization bill amendments aimed at protecting Eielson Air Force base from downsizing.
Anchorage’s plastic bag ban is back
The city had temporarily suspended its single-use plastic bag ban last year in response to the coronavirus pandemic. That suspension expired on Tuesday.
Peltola says wrong date on her congressional bio is likely a reporting error she made decades ago
"It's really embarrassing, and I think it's probably my error," says Congresswoman Peltola.
State, FEMA officials hold post-Merbok town hall meeting in Nome
State and federal officials say financial assistance is still available after the September storm, despite FEMA applications closing in February.
Fairbanks City Council delays on-site cannabis consumption vote
The Fairbanks City Council postponed a final vote Monday on a proposed ordinance that would permit authorized cannabis retail shops in town to offer on-site consumption of marijuana. If approved, Fairbanks would become the first city in Alaska to allow on-site consumption.
New drug reduces heroin cravings, may reduce recidivism
The vast majority of people who are incarcerated have substance abuse issues, and that abuse is often a cause for recidivism. One solution? Get them treatment quickly. A new program in Anchorage is trying to do just that using a new, little-used drug called Vivitrol. But not all providers are convinced it's the best option.
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One Dies After South Anchorage Crash
Sunday in South Anchorage a motorcycle struck a left turning vehicle on Dimond Boulevard. Investigation continues.
Potential Norton Sound Health Aides Strike May Result In Job Loss
Community Health aides across Norton Sound learned today that they could lose their jobs if they go ahead with a strike on Monday.
Feds to resume work on possible Cook Inlet lease sale
The U.S. Department of the Interior has been at odds with several Republican states over the federal leasing program since Biden halted the two auctions and promised to review the program earlier this year.
Department of Defense Prepares For More Arctic Activity
Shell may be abandoning their plans for drilling in Alaska’s Arctic waters in 2014, but vessel traffic, tourism and other activity will continue to advance. As part of our ongoing look at future plans for port development and military oversight of Arctic safety and security, APRN’s Lori Townsend recently spoke with Daniel Chiu the undersecretary for strategy at the Department of Defense. Chiu says the Pentagon expects large increases in defense activity is likely decades out, but he says DOD is closely following climate science to ensure they have the lead time to adjust if necessary.
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Albatross Species Making Comeback
A species of Albatross that at one time was thought to be extinct is slowlymaking a comeback. with a little help.
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Earthquake may have triggered sunken fishing vessel to spill diesel off Kodiak Island, officials say
A shipwreck from decades ago has begun leaking diesel fuel off Kodiak Island. State officials suspect last month’s massive earthquake may be to blame.
Alaska News Nightly: Friday, July 6, 2018
Domestic violence suspect killed in state trooper shooting; Missing man's body found in Anchorage mudflats; Fresh doubt for Alaska tribes seeking land-in-trust; Top four gubernatorial candidates voice support for Donlin mine; An uncertain future for immigrants pushed out of military; ‘There really isn’t anything held back’ — A whaling festival in Nuiqsut; AK: Family food truck spices up Kodiak food scene with Salvadorian, Mexican fare; 49 Voices: Lewis Pagel of Kotzebue Listen now
World Eskimo Indian Olympics Start Wednesday
The World Eskimo-Indian Olympics start Wednesday in Fairbanks, with qualifiers for events like one-armed reach and the Race of the Torch ahead of opening ceremonies at 6 p.m. inside the Carlson Center.
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Land Into Trust And The Future Of Tribal Sovereignty In Alaska
Alaska tribes can now ask the Interior Secretary to take land into trust, a legal designation called Indian Country. What would this mean for the future of tribal sovereignty? How would Indian Country status affect Alaska Native Corporations and the relationship between tribes and the state?
APRN: Tuesday, 4/21 at 10:00am
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Anchorage To ‘Revisit’ Knik Arm Bridge
AMATS adopts a resolution noting financial, environmental, and community concerns that could see project cut from transportation spending.
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