AK Senators Say Federal Permits Should Not be Required for Subsistence Bird Hunters
Alaska’s Senators say rural Alaskans hunting birds for subsistence should not have to get a federal permit. U.S. Fish and Wildlife is requiring the...
TB Fighers Honored in Sitka
In the first half of the 20th century, Tuberculosis was a major epidemic in Alaska, and its effects were particularly harsh on rural Native...
LISTEN: Investigative report uncovers allegations of sex abuse against priest in western Alaska
A Jesuit Catholic priest who visited Alaska off and on for many years is among nearly a dozen who worked at a prominent university in the Pacific Northwest and are also accused of sexual misconduct.
Pete Kaiser fans in Bethel celebrate hometown musher’s victory
If you heard a roar early Wednesday morning, it likely came from Pete Kaiser fans cheering across Alaska.
Walker seeks to streamline three agencies
Governor Bill Walker is seeking to streamline three state agencies responsible for financing economic development, housing, and renewable energy. He signed an administrative order Thursday requiring the Alaska Housing Finance Corporation, Alaska Energy Authority, and Alaska Industrial Development and Export Authority to find opportunities to become more efficient or consolidate.
Pinks Come In Better Than Expected In Southeast
The summer purse seine season for pink salmon has wrapped up and the harvest is better than expected.
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Village Public Safety Officer Program Expands
Casey Kelly, KTOO – Juneau
The Tlingit and Haida Central Council is expanding its Village Public Safety Officer program.
T & H recently added four...
Native leaders fight for their piece of the stimulus package pie
As the US Senate debates the economic stimulus bill this week, groups from all over the country are clamoring to see their priorities included. ...
Alaska News Nightly: Friday, July 1, 2016
Tribes in Alaska can now take lands into trust; new California law could jeopardize Alaska’s ivory market; whale deaths near Anchorage, Glacier Bay prompt investigation; substance abuse programs, Office of Children's Services get boost in funding; the meaning of names Part 4: The aftermath of generational trauma; AK: The solitary rhythm of life at a remote Air Force installation; 49 Voices: Brian Weed of Juneau Download Audio
Web Extra: Q & A
Below is the brief question and answer session that followed Popp, Stephens and Ossiander's presentations.
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Trekking in the Chugach: Exploring peaks in Anchorage’s backyard
Winter is winding down in Alaska. Most trails in Anchorage are already clear of snow, but the world is still frozen high up in the mountains. Listen now
Alaskans discuss some of the state’s biggest boondoggles | Alaska Insight
Alaskans have dreamed and schemed some big tourism and economic ideas for the 49th state through the decades. Everything from a giant styrofoam igloo lodge, to a city under a dome and a freshwater pipeline to California.
Emergency Dispatch Consolidation Plan For Mat Su
Two emergency dispatch centers in the Matanuska Susitna Borough are one too many, according to findings of a feasibility study released to the Borough Assembly at its last meeting. As Although a plan to consolidate Palmer and Wasilla's 911 emergency call centers is gaining favor in the Borough, critics say the merger will only hamper state law enforcement capabilities.
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Juneau seeks proposals to fill space in closing schools
City Manager Katie Koester said the buildings could be used for child care, housing or anything else that might benefit the community.
Congressmen Referenced in Zachares’ Trial May Never Be Named
Lori Townsend, APRN – Anchorage
The conviction of Congressman Don Young’s former aid Mark Zachares who was convicted for taking gifts from corrupt lobbyist...
Anchorage man who allegedly bought thousands of N95 masks and sold at huge markup faces steep fines
An Alaskan is facing thousands of dollars in fines for alleged price gouging on N95 masks.
House Debates Governor’s Oil Tax Proposal
Dave Donaldson, APRN – Juneau
Thursday, the House opened debate on a tax proposal Governor Sean Parnell hopes will increase jobs and production...
Air quality plummets as Canadian wildfire smoke stretches across the Midwest
Smoke from wildfires in Canada is again blanketing parts of the U.S. with a thick haze that's prompting air quality warnings in several states.
Alaskans are testifying more than ever… but does it matter?
Since January, thousands of Alaskans have called in to speak before the Alaska Legislature. Their testimony is facilitated by 23 Legislative Information Offices around the state, and then channeled into the legislative process. Download Audio
APRN reporters in action
APRN's reporters have been busy lately and they've been caught on film around the web doing what they do best.
David Shurtleff
David was covering the...