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Head of USMC to visit military bases in Alaska this weekend

The head of the U.S. Marine Corps is coming to Alaska this weekend, stopping at military installations in both Anchorage and the Interior. Listen now

McKenna, Van Meter Lead Iron Dog Pack into Nome

Ellen Lockyer, KSKA - Anchorage Iron Dog Pro Class front runners Marc McKenna and Dustin Van Meter -  Team 14 -  were first into Nome...

Cruise lines are taking bookings for an Alaska cruise season that might not even happen

Skagway Mayor Andrew Cremata said he was surprised to learn that Carnival Cruise Line is offering a seven-day cruise through his town in early July, but it's not clear whether that trip is even happening.

Mental health resources for veterans | Talk of Alaska

Paths to healing and happiness for veterans is our discussion on this Talk of Alaska.

Legislature passes state budget before adjourning

There would be $5.4 billion spent on the part of the operating budget the Legislature focuses on. It’s $433 million higher than the current budget. Listen now

Former federal prosecutor Wev Shea reacts to Stevens indictment

Former U.S. Attorney for Alaska Wev Shea has been an outspoken critic of corruption within Alaska politics. Shea says he would not have expected...

Peter Maassen Named Supreme Court Justice

Peter Maassen will be the new state Supreme Court Justice, replacing Morgan Christen, who moved up to the federal Ninth Circuit Appeals court. Maasen is an Anchorage attorney in private practice.

Historic Military Vehicle Convoy Celebrates the Alaska Highway’s 70th Anniversary

Around 200 participants associated with the Military Vehicle Preservation Association will be kicking off a drive up the Alaska Highway on Saturday to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the highway’s construction. Wendy Rowsan is a logistics and public relations volunteer with the group. She says their first convoy was across the U.S from Washington DC to San Francisco.
people stand on the dock of a large boat as it approaches a glacier

After uncertainty, Alaska national parks get green light to hire summer staff

Alaska National Parks can hire the hundreds of seasonal employees they need to keep up with summer operations. Seasonal staffing was thrown into limbo when President Donald Trump ordered a federal hiring freeze in January. After about a month of questions and waiting, Alaska national parks can now get to business hiring summer staff. Listen now

State denies ballot initiative on salmon habitat

Alaska’s Lt. Gov. Byron Mallott has denied a proposed ballot initiative designed to offer greater protections for salmon habitat from mining or other development. Listen now

Nome public schools consider recognizing Indigenous Peoples’ Day

Nome public schools took the first step toward recognizing Indigenous Peoples’ Day at a school board work session last week. That’s when Superintendent Shawn Arnold proposed a resolution aimed at adding the holiday to the district’s official calendar.

Emmonak struggles to rebuild water systems following fire

The City of Emmonak remains without its sewer and water after a fire. Efforts are underway to improve the situation. Listen Now 

Congress Goes into Final Week to Come Up with Debt Ceiling Deal

Congressional experts say there’s just one week left until politicians in Washington have to come up with a debt ceiling deal. It's actually two-and-a-half weeks when the U.S. will hit its debt limit, but the Congress needs the extra time to write up a plan and get it passed through the House and Senate.
High waters surround buildings

Residents take stock of damage as floodwaters recede in Manley Hot Springs

As of Sunday, the community’s power, phone lines and cell service were still down. 

Neighborhood Gift Assures Christmas Gifts and Dinner For Over 5,000 Families

Muldoon Neighborhood Gift distribution site at Congregation of Beth Shalom in Anchorage. View more Neighborhood Gift 2010 photos. Several thousand Anchorage families will enjoy a...

DOC report: Juneau inmate denied care before dying of heart attack

A newly released state report on the state’s prison system details disturbing events related to the death of Juneau resident Joseph Murphy. Download Audio

Four Killed in House Fire Near Caswell

Associated Press Four people have been killed in a house fire near Caswell. Alaska State Troopers say the home about 55 miles north of Anchorage...
picture of three high school male students playing League of Legends in an eSports lounge at the University of Alaska Anchorage

With fall sports canceled, Northwest Arctic Borough schools look to form eSports teams

ASAA began conducting competitive eSports last year in Alaska schools, and with in-person sports on hold in the Northwest Arctic, now could be their time to join.
A person with a surfboard walks into the water.

‘It’s trippy’: Surfers in Turnagain Arm catch the country’s longest wave

Twice a day, the normally calm waters surge upwards, creating a wave known as a tidal bore that surfers can ride for miles.
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Akiak holds emergency AVCP meeting

Akiak Native Community is calling for an emergency meeting of the Association of Village Council Presidents tomorrow and Wednesday in Bethel. Listen now