Cause of death and suspect info released for April 4th Fairbanks murder
Fairbanks Police have released more information about an April 4th murder. 44-year-old Jose Alfonso Sifuentes Morales was found dead just after midnight on the road in the area of 3rd Avenue and Hall Street. Listen now
Interior Expecting Milder Weather
The interior is coming off a weekend during which Fairbanks and several other locations had low temperatures in excess of 50 below zero. National Weather Service meteorologist Corey Bogel says Galena had the coldest official reading.
What can be done about Alaska’s derelict vessels?
What happens when a ship runs aground or sinks in Alaska and the owner abandons it? The state is potentially on the hook for what can be a huge expense. Derelict vessels are a big problem in Alaska. State, federal and environmental organizations work together to try to get these hazards out of our waterways but it's difficult and dangerous.
Plane Crash Near Cantwell Claims 3 Lives
An airplane crash Friday near Cantwell killed three people. The remains of pilot 61-year-old Dale Hemman Steilacoom, Washington, as well as 74-year-old passenger John Ellenberg and 52-year-old Laura Buckner, both from South Carolina, were recovered from the crash site.
Peltola is a GOP target. She’s stepped up her campaign fundraising.
“This will be one of the most competitive races in the country," says a National Republican Congressional Committee spokesman.
Anchorage announces voucher program to assist residents during shutdown
In response to COVID-19, a new municipal voucher program means Anchorage families can apply for up to $400 to cover essentials such as groceries, gas and medications during the December shutdown.
Group Calls Out Congressman Young for Ties to Militia Leader
Dan Bross, KUAC – Fairbanks
Congressman Don Young is being called out for ties to Schaefer Cox. Young attended a 2nd Amendment Task...
Miller, McAdams Debate State’s Economy and the Federal Factor
Dave Donaldson, APRN – Juneau
The major issue to be argued in this year’s U.S. Senate race is how the winner of the General...
Seattle-Based Seafood Company Fined by EPA
Alexandra Gutierrez, KUCB – Unalaska
After five years of negligence, a Seattle-based seafood company agreed to a pay a hefty fine to the EPA for...
Alaska Natives Voice Concern Over National Tribal Consultation Policy
A 2000 executive order directs federal agencies to consult with tribes on actions affecting them, and in 2009, President Obama directed federal agencies to work out how to carry that out.
As proposed Dunleavy cuts loom, Anchorage School Board passes larger budget
Late Tuesday night, the Anchorage School Board voted to approve a revised budget for the district’s next fiscal year. But even with proposed state budget cuts, board members added several amendments that increased their request.
Pipeline Temporarily Shutting Down For Repairs
Dan Bross, KUAC – Fairbanks
The Trans Alaska Pipeline is scheduled to be shut down Friday night to address a leaky pipe. The...
CBO sees peril in Senate bill for uncrowded regions
The Congressional Budget Office has what amounts to a warning for "sparsely populated areas" in its analysis of the Senate's draft health care reform bill: The bill could drive out insurers. Listen now
In-State Gas Line Bill Loses Steam
An in-state gas line might have moved a little further into the shadows Friday as a House bill setting up a pipeline from the North Slope to Southcentral lost most of its content in the Senate.
U.S. automakers had a punishing week — with a silver lining for shoppers
The four major U.S. automakers — GM, Ford, Stellantis and Tesla — all reported earnings this week and saw their stocks decline.
Juneau Police ID Man Killed in Fall From Cliff
Juneau police have released the name of the man found dead at at Kowee Creek on Douglas Island Sunday morning. He is identified as Evan Smith, 22. The woman with him was not identified. She is seriously injured. Rescue workers say the two fell about 80 feet from a steep trail above the creek.
Von Imhof wins Republican primary for Senate L
Natasha Von Imhof won the three-way race for the Republican nominee for Senate District L Tuesday with 48 percent of the vote. Von Imhof,...
Yute Commuter Service has named pilot of plane that crashed, killing 5
Yute Commuter Service has released the name of the pilot killed in a plane accident on Thursday, Feb. 6, along the lower Kuskokwim River that also killed four passengers. The pilot, Tony Matthews, was flying a Piper PA-32R from Bethel to Kipnuk when it crashed about 11 miles southwest of Tuntutuliak.
Senate Passes Food Safety Bill; Attempt to Ban Earmarks Fails
Libby Casey, APRN - Washington DC
The lame duck congress may not be able to agree about gays in the military, an arms treaty or...
More Movies to be Made in Alaska Following “Whales”
Len Anderson, KSKA – Anchorage
This week shooting is scheduled to begin in Alaska on a major Hollywood film, Everybody Loves Whales. ...