APD Policies Now Online
After 10 high profile officer-involved shootings over two years, the Anchorage Police Department has made their use-of-force policy public. Police Chief Mark Mew made the announcement Thursday night in response to a recommendation from the Anchorage Community Relation's Task Force.
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A Personal Look at Homelessness in Sitka
A coalition of community leaders held a summit in Sitka
recently to decide how they can address the issue of homelessness. Service
providers reviewed what they...
Alaska News Nightly: Monday, July 16, 2018
Alaska senators fault Trump for going easy on Putin; Alaska’s LNG project looking for private contractor to help with federal permitting; Inupiaq woman criticizes use of her image in Dunleavy ad, campaign deletes footage; NTSB: The F/V Destination sank after accumulating ice in heavy freezing spray; Iditarod adds four new board members amid criticism; Alaska National Guard turns over rural armories for public use; Commercial company conducts rocket exercise at Kodiak launch facility; State's only coal mine celebrates 75th anniversary; When traditional banking isn't an option, try this out instead; Looking to fill niche and begin enterprise, Anchorage teen opens streetwear store Listen now
Greenpeace Makes Way Toward Unalaska
Greenpeace is making its way north as part of its campaign against Arctic drilling. Greenpeace had initially timed the trip so that the Esperanza would shadow Shell’s drill ships as they did exploratory work in the Arctic. But because of persistent sea ice, Shell is delaying their drilling schedule.
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Saudi Oil Minister Welcomes U.S. Energy Boom
Saudi energy official said he has no concerns over growing U.S. energy supply.
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Nikiski LNG Plant May Reopen Soon
The ConocoPhillips LNG plant in Nikiski may be re-opening soon, thanks to a boost from the federal government. The Department of Energy announced Monday that it has approved a request from the company to resume LNG exports to Japan.
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Enstar Sold to AltaGas
Enstar, the natural gas utility in the Cook Inlet area, is being sold to a Canadian corporation. Enstar belongs to Semco Energy, which in turn was owned by Continental Energy Systems in Michigan.
Korhing trial set to go to the jury
Both sides have officially rested their cases in the corruption trial of former state lawmaker Vic Kohring, and the case will now go to...
New Railroad Spur Gets Green Light
Ellen Lockyer, KSKA – Anchorage
The release of a final environmental impact statement at the end of March gave the nod to a...
Petersburg Says “Cheese” for 100th Anniversary
Petersburg celebrated its centennial anniversary Tuesday afternoon with a massive, group photo. The mayor declared a half-day holiday and local organizers estimate as...
FAA mandates inspections of popular Alaska bush plane after Washington crash
The FAA says operators of de Havilland Canada DHC-3 Otters must take a close look at a component that controls the horizontal portion of the plane’s tail.
Kanakanak Hospital pharmacy puts patients in ‘immediate jeopardy,’ survey finds
A September survey from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services found that the Kanakanak Hospital pharmacy's practices put patients at risk of adverse health effects and death.
Gambling will be among options to close future state budget gap, Alaska revenue commissioner says
State Revenue Commissioner Lucinda Mahoney told the House Finance Committee on Tuesday that the options would include the governor’s proposal to expand gambling in the state. Previous estimates show that the proposal could raise anywhere from $2.3 million to $1.2 billion, depending on the details.
Alaska Medicaid fraud investigation leads to indictment for Kenai doctor and staff
Prosecutors say Dr. Ray Lynn Carlson fraudulently billed Alaska Medicaid and two insurance companies.
New Attorney General Plans to ‘Fight the Good Fight’
Newly appointed Attorney General Michael Geraghty made his first appearance before legislators today to talk about the budget, pending litigation – and what he calls the state’s “proactive” role in state’s rights litigation.
Pavlof Eruption Loses Steam
There’s still some rumbling beneath the surface, and a few small explosions here and there. But for the most part, Pavlof Volcano on the Alaska Peninsula has quieted down.
Uptick in Russian aircraft flying near Alaska shows ‘probing’ for weakness, Sullivan says
U.S. jet fighters have scrambled at least a dozen times so far this year to intercept Russian military aircraft that fly into airspace off Alaska’s coasts.
Line One: Preventing Teen Tobacco Use
E-cigarette use among teenagers has skyrocketed in recent years, including in Alaska. A recent report from the Food and Drug Administration shows that one in ten middle and high schoolers report using e-cigarettes, overwhelmingly with sweet flavors like fruits or candy. What are the risks of vaping, especially at a young age, and what can parents and students do to bring these numbers down? Join Host Dr. Justin Clark as he explores these topics on this episode of Line One.
Running 2011: Assembly Seat G, Midtown Anchorage
Incumbent Elvi Gray-Jackson, Dave Bronson and Billy Ray Powers discuss lifting the tax burden, the Knik Arm crossing project, collective bargaining and salaries for...