5.9 earthquake shakes Kenai and Southcentral
A 5.9-magnitude earthquake centered in Lake Clark National Park shook the Kenai Peninsula and Southcentral Alaska Tuesday at aboout 1:40 p.m.
Investigation confirms unsafe conditions at psychiatric hospital
A report commissioned by the state found barriers to a safe workplace at the Alaska Psychiatric Institute, but no evidence of retaliation against employees. Listen now
Late Spring Triggers Fire Danger, Burn Bans in Southcentral, Interior
The National Weather Service issued a 'red flag' warning for portions of Southcentral Alaska on Thursday. And burn bans are going in effect around the state.
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Firefighters slow Tok Cutoff fire by dropping retardant
The spread of a wildfire near the Tok Cutoff has been slowed. Firefighters are dropping retardant on the Cutoff Fire, which has spread to about 40 acres and is burning a a little too close to the highway, according to fire information officer Tim Mowry. Listen now
Someone took a sack of crap through Juneau airport security
The incident became one of the TSA’s latest pun-laden social media posts about absurd things people take with them when they fly.
Light on Trump, Sullivan aims for optimism
U.S. Sen. Dan Sullivan, in his annual address to the Alaska Legislature, barely mentioned President Trump, and he did not bring up the issues that drove demonstrators to the steps of the state Capitol today: Trump’s policies on immigration and refugees, and the Affordable Care Act. Sullivan did, though, directly quote a different president - Teddy Roosevelt. Listen now
Snopac's arrival in Sand Point mixing up seafood processing market
It has been a difficult season for fishermen, but business in the Aleutian community of Sand Point is about to pick up. A new...
Anchorage’s IMAX movie theater spared from bankruptcy closure — for now
In a court filing, attorneys for the parent company say they are still negotiating with the theater’s landlord.
Helicopter Improves Access To Akutan Airport, For Now
For the past year and a half, people on Akutan have been taking a hovercraft to get to their airport on a different island. Now, the Aleutians East Borough has made the switch to a helicopter as their new airport taxi. The change has been a relief for residents.
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Scientists say Alaska has recorded 10 cases of coronavirus strain first found in California
The variant, known as B.1.429, was first identified in Alaska in early January and has since been detected nine more times, according to a report released this week by a consortium of scientists assembled by the state to search for new strains.
Smartphone apps encourage local involvement in a changing climate
A handful of apps are making it easier for rural communities to report on climate change in Alaska. With a swipe of a smartphone, locals can submit environmental observations, and there’s even an app aimed at preventing further change. Download Audio
BOEMRE Says it Has Corrected Flaws Made Prior to Chukchi Sea Lease
The federal agency overseeing offshore petroleum drilling says it has corrected flaws in environmental work done ahead of a 2008 lease sale in the Chukchi Sea.
Investigation into airplane crash put on hold due to coronavirus concerns
A couple and their two adult sons were injured in a crash near Fire Lake north of Eagle River, but the NTSB said it would not immediately send investigators to the crash site.
Unusual Weather Prompts Concerns Over Early Fire Season Possibilities
Alaska wildfire mangers are anticipating the possibility of an early season. This winter’s unusual weather is prompting concerns.
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Agencies Looking Into Reports Of Oiled Wildlife
Separate reports of birds and a seal that had oil on them have prompted local, state and federal officials to begin an investigation on St. Lawrence Island. Coast Guard spokesman David Mosley says the culmination of reports raised red flags, prompting a closer look. A Coast Guard plane was conducting an aerial survey Thursday, and investigators from the guard and state were expected on scene Friday.
Happy Birthday to Seward
Seward, the city named for the man who purchased Alaska for the U.S., turns one hundred years old today (Friday). The community on the Kenai Peninsula is noted for its beauty, its fishing and its rocking Fourth of July celebration. KSKA's Ellen Lockyer spoke with some community leaders about the town and its centennial.
Elderly Alaska couple scammed out of $1.2M in alleged cryptocurrency ‘money laundering pipeline’
That’s according to a court filing related to the federal government’s seizure of cryptocurrencies from accounts the scammers allegedly used.
Two Alaskans, Two Very Different Affordable Care Act Experiences
The deadline to sign up for health insurance is next Monday, March 31st. To accommodate the last minute rush, the Obama administration announced this week you'll be able to enroll as long as you begin the process before the end of the month. After that, you won't be able to buy coverage on healthcare.gov, or anywhere, unless you have a qualifying life event, like getting married or having a child.
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Anchorage’s Native charter school opens, but is still recruiting students
Classes have started at the Alaska Native Cultural Charter School, but Anchorage's newest K through 6th grade alternative is still looking for more...
APD fields extra patrols for DUI enforcement
The Memorial Day weekend means most of us are looking forward to an extra day off work. But for one group the holiday means...