The U.S. Debt Downgrade
Monday, August 8 @ 9:00 - 11:00 am
Listen as President Obama speaks about the economic situation, and as financial experts talk to NPR about the debt, the nation's credit rating and long-term outlook.
Nome museum exhibit embraces Native food traditions, new and old
A new multimedia exhibit at the Carrie M. McLain Memorial Museum until October showcases traditional Native foods and the ways they are prepared throughout the Bering Strait region.
State House votes to restore full dividend check
The Alaska House voted to restore Permanent Fund dividends to the full projected amount of roughly $2,200 dollars this fall.
Federal judge blocks Biden’s pause on new oil, gas leases
The Biden administration’s suspension of new oil and gas leases on federal land and water was blocked Tuesday by a federal judge in Louisiana, who ordered that plans be resumed for lease sales that were delayed for the Gulf of Mexico and Alaska.
Talk of Alaska: Harry Crawford, Democratic Candidate for U.S. House
If Alaskans want to send a message to Washington, Harry Crawford says he’s the man to do it. He’s running against Don Young...
Juneau Sailor Recovering in Anchorage Hospital
A Juneau man whose boat sank in Sitka Sound over the weekend is recovering in an Anchorage hospital.
Robert Woolsey, KCAW – Sitka
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Search Crews Find Missing Nunapitchuk Man Deceased
Search and rescue crews have found the body of Wassillie Berlin. Searchers found him deceased on the trail between Atmautluak and Bethel. The Nunapitchuk man was reported missing by his brother on Saturday. Crews had found his snowmachine earlier.
One Dead After Mountain View Stabbing
Anchorage police report there was an alcohol-related stabbing death in Mountain View on Wednesday night.
How Yup’ik dance returned to Napaskiak after a 70-year absence
Some Yup’ik dance groups are just beginning to dance together again after two years in the pandemic. The village of Napaskiak remembers a much longer period without the drums.
Republicans may take control of the Alaska Capitol. But don’t expect to hear ‘kumbaya’ just yet.
Alaska House members and senators are holding meetings this week to organize new caucuses leading each chamber. But it won’t necessarily be smooth sailing even if the Alaska Capitol ends up under one-party control, according to interviews with members.
Murkowski says she didn’t sink Tanden nomination
Sen. Murkowski told reporters she didn't ask the White House for a deal and was still considering a vote to confirm the OMB director.
Palmer High School temporarily closed after single confirmed COVID-19 case
The district will provide an update on the length of the closure Tuesday evening.
Alutiiq masks exhibited in Kodiak
After 136 years, part of a French collection of Alutiiq masks have returned home to Kodiak for an exhibition.
Anne Hillman, KMXT - Kodiak
Web Extra: Bartlett Mathematics Invitational, Question 3
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Delta variant arrives in Y-K Delta with high percentage of breakthrough cases
Health officials continue to sound the alarm about the surge in COVID-19 cases across the country and in Alaska.
Red Flag Warning Issued For Matanuska Valley
Meanwhile, a red flag warning has been issued as of 5 a.m. this morning for the Matanuska Valley. The National Weather Service says the strong winds, with gusts up to 80 miles an hour, coupled with extremely low humidity means critical fire weather conditions are imminent for the area. The warning continues through Saturday, although the winds are expected to diminish by tonight.
Supporters Cheer Alaska Native Language Bill
The Barnes Committee Room at the Alaska Capitol erupted in cheers this morning, as a panel of lawmakers unanimously moved a bill that would make 20 Alaska Native languages official state languages.
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West High senior to defend Alaska’s national Poetry Out Loud title
Shannon Croft, a West High student, recently won the State Poetry Out Loud competition. Croft will travel to Washington D.C. in May to compete in the national championship. Download Audio
Walker Considers Delay in Legal Marijuana Sales
Alaska Gov. Bill Walker says he's considering a 90-day delay in implementing legal marijuana sales. Alaska voters in November approved legalizing recreational use of marijuana.
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Judge Rules Justice Department Can’t Withhold Young Investigation Files
The Justice Department cannot categorically keep sealed its criminal investigation files on Congressman Don Young, according to a federal judge in Washington, DC. U.S. District Court Judge Gladys Kessler ruled Tuesday that the Justice Department was in the wrong when it refused to turn over any of its files to an anti-corruption watchdog group.