Dakota Access pipeline protesters march in Anchorage
Alaskans joined protesters around the country Tuesday staging demonstrations against the Dakota Access pipeline project, including two in Anchorage. Listen Now
Rio Tinto Considers Pulling Out Of Pebble Mine
Another investor in the proposed Pebble Mine says it may back out. Rio Tinto announced today that it will perform a strategic review of its investment in the controversial gold and copper mine in the Bristol Bay region and that the review will consider divestment.
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Sitka police officer files sexual harassment lawsuit
The case, which is the second lawsuit filed against the department in less than two months, raises questions about workplace culture for women within the Sitka Police Department.
State announces Kuskokwim fishing opening, but feds say it’s illegitimate
The state’s decision to announce an opener on June 28 goes against recommendations by the state’s own advisory group, which voted to oppose any openings announced by the state until the feds and a tribal commission review the king and chum salmon run on June 25.
Kuskokwim River Boasts Massive Chum Salmon Run
The Kuskokwim River had a massive Chum salmon run this season. The fish may be called dog salmon, but it's gaining in popularity in international markets, and that’s a good thing for small time commercial fisherman on the river.
Predator hunting limits repealed for refuges
President Donald Trump on Monday signed a measure repealing federal limits on predator hunting on Alaska’s national wildlife refuges. Listen now
Magone Sells Renowned Marine Salvage Business
After 40 years in western Alaska, salvager Dan Magone is selling his namesake diving and marine rescue business. But, Magone will still be there to help when disaster strikes.
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Regulatory Commission More Purchases of Residential Energy
Residential alternative energy producers have another option for selling power onto the grid. The Regulatory Commission of Alaska is requiring most state utilities...
Water and power will not be shut off during city emergency, Anchorage mayor says
The Municipality of Anchorage said customers’ water and power will not be shut off for nonpayment for the remainder of the city’s disaster declaration.
Support and concern as Ambler Road comment period draws to a close
It's a big road in a state with not that many of them. Proponents say it will enable growth of the mining industry, and create jobs. Detractors worry about impacts to subsistence. Listen now
Tourists Spending Less in Alaska Ports
Photo by Ed Shoenfeld, CoastAlaska - Juneau
Tourists, such as the ones looking for bears, are still coming to Alaska, but their numbers are...
Fuel Spilled After Vessel Loses Power, Drifts into Channel Rocks
There was a fuel spill in Nome Saturday morning that leaked up to 1,000 gallons of diesel fuel into the ocean near the harbor. The vessel that hit rocks near the Nome Harbor and spilled up to 1,000 gallons of diesel fuel belongs to Alaska Logistics – one of the main shippers to Western Alaska.
Scientists Detect Eruption at Peninsula Volcano
Alaska’s most active volcano appears to be erupting. Mount Pavlof, on the Alaska Peninsula, started rumbling Monday morning, according to Alaska Volcano Observatory scientist-in-charge John Power.
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Senate Passes Stimulus Spending Bill
The economic stimulus bill is one step closer to the governor’s desk. The Senate passed the four hundred fifty million dollar spending bill today...
Alaska News Nightly: Wednesday, October 14, 2020
Who will take over following Anchorage Mayor Ethan Berkowitz's resignation? And, Ravn airlines looks to get back up and running. Plus, Elders and Youth attendees reflect on this year's conference.
Alaska News Nightly: Wednesday, Jan. 10, 2018
Alaska's lone U.S. House rep honored as longest-serving member; Permanent Fund Corp. sees rapid growth; Vice President Mike Pence to visit missile facilities in Alaska in February; Alaska's new bail rules, pretrial division take effect; For Anchorage to Mat-Su commuter rail, a task force takes shape; Citizens group investigates Cook Inlet’s aging oil infrastructure; Kodiak fishermen find extra work through halibut research amid stock concern; Ask a Climatologist: What is polar amplification? Listen now
Yukon Quest enters exciting endgame
The standings in the Yukon Quest sled dog race have shifted dramatically in the last 12 hours. Longtime race veteran, William Kleedhen, looked like...
Audit finds problems after state denies access to oil tax records
The auditor tasked with reviewing the state's budgeting said she couldn't complete the process adequately because the Dunleavy administration did not grant access to oil tax records.
Wood Bison Release Delayed Until 2013
A plan to let 100 Wood Bison loose in Alaska has been put on hold until March of 2013. The herd of bison is...
LISTEN: How is rural Alaska preparing for COVID-19?
With limited clinic and hospital capacity, how are rural Alaska health providers preparing to assist residents who become ill?