Meet One of Alaska’s longest Aurora Borealis Researchers | INDIE ALASKA
Syun-Ichi Akasofu always had a curiosity for the aurora borealis. Yet, no one in his hometown in Japan knew exactly where these multi-colored shimmering lights in the evening sky came from. He's now one of the top aurora researchers in Alaska.
Republican, Democratic Parties Opposing Polling Place Write-In Lists
Photo and Story by Ellen Lockyer, KSKA – Anchorage
With only days to go before the November election, Republicans and Democrats in Alaska have...
A fairy forest pops up in downtown Juneau every year – but we can’t tell you when
Every year, a fairy forest pops up ever so briefly along Juneau's Evergreen Avenue. This year, visitors were greeted by a fairy tollbox.
Alaska News Nightly: Monday, March 18, 2019
Green New Deal? Murkowski says no, opts for middle way on climate; State report confirms troubles with handling violence at state's only psychiatric hospital; Republicans leave school budget subcommittee in protest over process; State forecasts higher oil prices, lower production in spring update; Ft. Wainwright soldier dies in wreck off Parks Highway; Scientists question whether Fish and Game’s massive hatchery salmon study is biased; Court rules against Klukwan, conservation groups in permitting lawsuit; Alaska lawmakers learn about a subsistence superfood; New UAF research may be groundbreaking for electronic data storage; Lead facilitator of Anchorage youth leadership program to retire after 22 years
Fire Danger Remains High Across State
Weather forecasts across the state are calling for continued hot and dry weather and fire danger statewide remains significant. Five hotshot crews have been flown to Fairbanks from Oregon.
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Iditapod bonus: Brent Sass interview in White Mountain
Alaska Public Media's Lex Treinen caught up - just in the nick of time - with Brent Sass, who mushed into White Mountain and a mandatory eight-hour rest in the lead, in a great position to win his first Iditarod.
Federal Government Files Suit Against BP
The U.S. government has filed a civil lawsuit against BP Exploration (Alaska), alleging violations of federal clean air and water laws. The lawsuit was...
New UA head sees opportunity despite bleak fiscal landscape
It's been less than two weeks since Jim Johnsen took the helm as president of the University of Alaska. And the transition in leadership is coming at a time when the university system is attempting to streamline and rethink the way it operates.
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Social worker mentors and OCS funds
Working with families in crisis is stressful and social workers have a high burn out rate. A new program within the Office of Children's Services aims to help OCS field workers by providing mentors who can help them learn the skills they'll need to not only survive, but thrive in a challenging occupation. How will that ultimately help children and families? LISTEN HERE
Alaska’s first commercial retail cannabis businesses receive state approval
The state approved its first licenses for commercial cannabis businesses Thursday, a major step for prospective retailers hoping to open shop before year's end. Officially, the state's first shop to be approved was Fairbanks' Frozen Budz. The first for Anchorage is called Enlighten Alaska, located in Spenard.
Coast Guard Officer Disciplined For Intoxication on Duty
The U.S. Coast Guard has made a change of command on the Petersburg-based cutter Anacapa permanent, following an investigation last month.
Understanding schizophrenia
Schizophrenia affects about 1% of the world’s population and is one of the most feared and misunderstood mental health health problems that a person can experience. What do we know so far about the causes of Schizophrenia? What are the common misconceptions about this disorder? And, what does the research tell us about the effectiveness of the treatment options?
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ASD data dashboard helps people glimpse what’s happening in local schools
The Anchorage School District has a new public web page that lets community members comb through district data. Listen Now
Flooding at Baird Glacier spreads green water
An explosive outburst of flooding from the Baird Glacier near Petersburg last week caused turquoise green water to spread into nearby Frederick Sound and the Wrangell Narrows. It’s something that residents hadn’t seen before.
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Petersburg works to Save Recycling Program
Petersburg’s curbside recycling program may be able to continue with some city funding and oversight.
Matt Lichtenstein, KFSK – Petersburg
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Jury takes on Kott corruption case
A jury of 12 Alaskans is deliberating the fate of former state legislator Pete Kott. They got the case a little after noon today,...
Ulman selected new CEO of Alaska Public Media
Ed Ulman has been named the new CEO of Alaska Public Media. He currently serves as Executive Director and General Manager for KBTC Public Television in Tacoma, WA.
APU Cuts Tuition By More Than 30 Percent
Alaska Pacific University is lowering their tuition more than 30 percent. The president of the Anchorage private liberal arts college says the change will make a college education more affordable for Alaskans, and hopefully, boost their enrollment.
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Ready… Set… Net! Bristol Bay Setnet Fishery Opens
Setnetters in the Nushagak Section had their first opportunity to put their nets in the water Sunday night.
Iditapod: Mission Iditarod, COVID Protocol
The 2021 Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race is going to look a lot different, one year into a global COVID-19 pandemic. (The Iditapod’s going to be pretty different this year, too, as we'll explain). The ceremonial start is canceled, so the race begins Sunday in Willow under strict COVID-19 protocols, with a shortened trail that doubles back on itself, a challenge to sled dog teams to cross the Alaska Range not once, but twice, plus coronavirus testing along the way and less access to indoor spaces at checkpoints... This Iditarod is certainly going to be unique.