Legislature Considers $150m to Help Refineries
The Parnell Administration warns Petro Star’s refinery in North Pole might fold without state assistance. A bill pending in the state House would prop up Alaska’s three remaining oil refineries with $150 million in state funds. But even some legislators who are helping advance the bill say they’re uncomfortable with it.
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Former hockey coach arrested for sexual abuse of minors
A former hockey coach at Kenai Central and Soldotna high schools has been arrested on charges of sexually abusing minors over a span of 14 years. So far, seven victims have been identified, according to Alaska State Troopers. Listen now
Kuskokwim Subsistence Fishermen Going To Trial For Fishing With Illegal Gear
About two dozen Kuskokwim River subsistence fishermen will go to trial in the Bethel Court House after pleading not guilty to fishing with illegal gear. Federal and State wildlife managers closed the Kuskokwim to salmon fishing for an unprecedented 12 days this summer in order to protect the low Chinook salmon run.
Juneau Celebrates Territorial Legislature’s Centennial
One hundred years ago this week, the first territorial legislature gathered in Juneau. For the past few days, legislators past and present have been celebrating that event, and reflecting on Alaska’s history since the inaugural meeting.
In some cases, houses of worship step in to help people keep their homes
Thousands of Alaskans seek rental assistance every year. Sometimes, preventing homelessness requires an act of faith.
Man sentenced to 75 years in prison for 1993 murder and sexual assault of Sophie Sergie at UAF
The case baffled investigators for decades, and became notorious because of the circumstances: a young woman stabbed and shot while she was visiting friends at college in Fairbanks right before finals week in April 1993.
Alaska Airlines Passengers Receive Wireless Over Southeast
Ed Schoenfeld, CoastAlaska – Juneau
Alaska Airlines passengers flying above Southeast Alaska now have access to wireless internet. But travelers on most flights stopping...
Alaska News Nightly: Thursday, Apr. 28, 2016
Negotiators reach deal on excess power program earnings; political intrigue at the Alaska Republican Convention; Anchorage narrows its superintendent search to two; House science committee grills McLerran on EPA's effort to block Pebble; former Alaska Senator Gravel to speak at UAA, Federal Board closes caribou hunting to non-locals in the Northwest Arctic, hooligan make strong return to Chilkoot and Chilkat Download Audio
Alaska fire season lagging behind preseason predictions
A lack of winter snow, early season ignitions, and a hot weather forecast had Alaskans bracing for another busy fire season. But, so far, it's lagging behind preseason predictions.
State To Appeal Dismissal Of Roadless Rule Lawsuit
The Parnell administration says it will appeal the dismissal of its lawsuit over the roadless rule in the Tongass National Forest.
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State Reviewing Sulfolane Cleanup Standards
The state will take another look at its cleanup standard for sulfolane contaminated water in North Pole. Last November, the Department of Environmental Conservation set a 14 parts per billion clean up threshold for groundwater tainted by historic spills at the Flint Hills North Pole Refinery.
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Ask a Climatologist: What is polar amplification?
The Arctic is warming twice as fast as the rest of the planet. Brettschneider says it’s a phenomenon called polar amplification. Listen now
Former Mat Su Mayor in District Race
There's only one real race for Matanuska Susitna Borough Assembly this year. As KSKA's Ellen Lockyer reports, although a District 4 contest is creating sparks in Wasilla , there's only one candidate for construction - heavy District 5, and he is willing to bet his experience will be able to help Borough residents benefit from a localized economic boom.
From Sitka to the White House lawn
An ornament handcrafted by Sitka artist Tommy Joseph is adorning this year's White House Christmas tree.
Melissa Marconi-Wentzel, KCAW - Sitka
Debate for the State: U.S. Senate
Photos by Josh Edge, APRN - Anchorage
Photos by Josh Edge, APRN - Anchorage
Democratic nominee Scott McAdams, Republican candidate Joe Miller and write-in incumbent...
What’s causing Alaska’s sea bird die-off?
Sea birds are having a tough time in Alaska. Thousands of dead murres have been washing up on beaches in coastal communities and even found inland. biologists are working to pinpoint what's causing this massive die off. Is it El Nino? The warm water blob? Or something else entirely?
APRN: Tuesday, 1/12 at 10:00am
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Water overflows on Richardson Highway
Water is flowing across a section of the Richardson Highway south of Paxson. Department of Transportation northern region spokeswoman Meadow Bailey sayid flooding is an issue between mileposts 184 and 186. Listen now
Annual glacial outburst flooding affects Juneau’s Mendenhall Valley
The Mendenhall River crested at 15.99 feet early Tuesday and has begun to recede, after widespread flooding and power cuts.
AEA Chooses Susitna Dam Project; Parnell Agrees
Sue Deyoe, KTNA – Talkeetna
The Alaska Energy Authority announced Wednesday that they are supporting and recommending the Lower Watana Dam on the Susitna...
Kulluk Hearing Continues In Anchorage
The hearings about the grounding of the drilling rig Kulluk continued today in Anchorage. In the morning, the investigators heard from the contractor who towed the rig up last summer without incident. In the afternoon, Shell emergency response executive Norman “buddy” Custard returned for more questioning.
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