Klawock police chief remembered as ‘one of the best’ after unexpected death
Craig police are helping to patrol Klawock after Terry Stonecipher, the Southeast Alaska community's only police officer, died Monday.
Alaska News Nightly: Monday, January 9, 2023
Disaster assistance information, supposedly translated into Alaska Native languages, turned into a disaster itself. Also, why a federal lease sale in Cook Inlet drew such little interest. And turning plastic waste into useful building materials.
Alaska legislators’ prefiled bills range from marriage equality to fisheries management
The bills offer a preview of the upcoming legislative session.
Anchorage Democrat who won state House race meets residency rules, judge says
The judge found that Jennie Armstrong became a resident of Alaska on May 20, 2019, based on the evidence provided.
Alaska Gov. Dunleavy appoints two new judges to Anchorage Superior Court
Laura Hartz and Christina Rankin were appointed by the governor after a six-month application and vetting process.
After suspect’s arrest, Juneau woman is still hopeful her regalia will come home
Neilga Koogéi Taija Revels lost many things in a home burglary. But the theft of her grandmotherʼs regalia was the most devastating.
Three Bears Alaska to build North Pole grocery/retail complex
Wasilla-based grocery chain Three Bears Alaska will build a new store in North Pole, the latest in its statewide expansion plan.
FEMA sent ‘unintelligible’ disaster relief information to Alaska Native people impacted by Typhoon Merbok
FEMA hired a California company to translate Typhoon Merbok aid material into Alaska Native languages. But speakers say they aren't accurate.
Bering Sea cod fisherman fights for better catch price amid slow fishing seasons
Rather than head out right away to the fishing grounds on New Year's, nearly 30 boats dropped their anchors or docked up in port, waiting on better cod prices.
Hunter bear bait ban proposed for Alaska national preserves
Bear hunters in Alaska national preserves would no longer be able to use bait, such as pastries, dog food or bacon grease, under a proposed National Park Service rule.
Study analyzes moose-vehicle collision risks, with results that could be used to improve road safety
A new study, funded by NASA, analyzes the relationships between moose movements, snowpack and traffic patterns in Alaska and areas of western Canada.
Security forces regain control after Bolsonaro supporters storm Brazil’s Congress
Supporters of former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro stormed Congress and other buildings in the capital of Brasília on Sunday, calling for a military takeover.
Skagway’s dog bus is an internet sensation
Mo Mountain Mutts' videos have gone from viral posts to national news.
Finally, Peltola is sworn in for a full term in Congress
Along with the entire House of Representatives, Mary Peltola took the oath of office early Saturday morning.
Alaska News Nightly: Friday, January 6, 2023
A North Pole man is waiting for another chance at a heart transplant after Winter storms stopped the first. A replacement for former Assembly Member Forrest Dunbar is officially selected. Plus the dogs on this Skagway bus go woof, woof, woof… and viral.
Mary Peltola and the art of Yuuyaraq’ing
Yup'ik Alaskans say Rep. Mary Peltola has embraced a handed-down code of conduct which encourages interconnectedness, balance and respect for others.
Alaska joins more than a dozen states banning TikTok on state devices
Gov. Mike Dunleavy cited security and privacy concerns regarding use of the app.
Joey Sweet to take over Forrest Dunbar’s Anchorage Assembly seat
Sweet, 30, is a former student regent for the University of Alaska, appointed by Gov. Bill Walker. He also served as a legislative intern for former state Sen. Berta Gardner.
Former Mat-Su substitute teacher charged with sexually abusing 2 children
Court records show Scott Anthony Pezzini, 31, of Wasilla is charged with three counts of sexual abuse of a minor.
Alaska’s population steady amid COVID, departures
More people left Alaska in 2022 than moved here, and COVID-19 led to higher death rates.