News

All news stories, regardless of topic (local, statewide + national news stories, as well as Talk of Alaska, Alaska News Nightly, Alaska Insight, Alaska Economic Report). Some news stories may also have other categories marked, which will also put them on a subpage. Not all news stories will fall into a subpage.

Ted Stevens to be tried in Washington, DC

A Washington, DC jury will sit in judgment on Senator Ted Stevens. Stevens lost his bid today to move his federal trial to...

700-pound brown bear struck by vehicle on busy Anchorage street

Wildlife officials say a brown bear was hit and injured by a vehicle on the edge of downtown Anchorage early this morning. Anchorage police...

Wood stove sales take off in Fairbanks

The shift from oil to wood heat has spiked demand for stoves, and heightened pollution concerns.  John Crouch with the Hearth, Patio and Barbeque...

Sale of firewood on the rise as summer winds down

In Homer, the sale of wood is also increasing as more people order and install woodstoves. Emily Schwing, KBBI - Homer Download audio

Hydrokinetic electricity generation gets a look in the bush

Rural Alaska is on its way to having a new form of electricity. Hydrokinetic Generation is similar to Southeast Alaska's hydro power, but without...

The Republic race for US Senate is not just about Ted Stevens and Dave Cudd

While most eyes are on the Republican battle between Senator Ted Stevens, and Dave Cuddy in next Tuesday's primary, they aren't the only candidates...

Demcorats vie to represent party in House District 2

One of Alaska’s busiest legislative primaries is in Southeast Alaska.  Two Democrats and two Republicans are seeking to represent Sitka, Petersburg, Wrangell and several...

Republicans fight in House District 2 primary

The two Republicans vying for the house seat representing Petersburg, Wrangell and Sitka are basing their campaigns on residency and experience. Matt Lichtenstein, KFSK -...

Democratic primary winner in Bethel will be uncontested in general election

The August 26th Primary Election will have a special significance in Bethel and the Lower Kuskokwim. Democratic Representative Mary Nelson is not running for...

Obama campaign staff travels to Barrow

The alaska campaign staff of senator Barack Obama spent yesterday in Barrow talking to residents and meeting local leaders. Janelle Everett, KRBW - Barrow Download audio

District 32 challenger accuses Republican incumbent of not supporting Palin

KSKA continues its primary race profiles by looking at the District 32 House race. In Anchorage's southernmost district, a three-term Republican incumbent is...

Kachemak Bay otter population on the rise

A new survey shows the Kachemak Bay sea otter population has increased dramatically since 2002. The US Fish and Wildlife Service has been paying...

Fairbanks struggles with aftermath of flooding

Areas hard hit by flooding earlier this month are still struggling to recover.  The highest water on the Tanana River in 41 years flooded...

Berkowitz vs. Benson

The two Democrats running for Alaska's lone seat in the US House of Representatives are already setting their sights on Washington.  Incumbent Republican Don...

Ballot Measure 2 puts aerial wolf control back in front of voters

The state’s predator-control program would be changed if on Tuesday voters approve Ballot Measure Two. The initiative is the latest in the back-and-forth battle...

APOC dismisses complaint against the state

The Alaska Public Offices Commission has dismissed a complaint filed against the state of Alaska related to the education materials they have released outlining...

Agreement clears the way for Chichagof Island timber sale

An agreement between the Forest Service and two environmental groups has cleared the way for a timber sale on Southeast’s Chichagof Island. Those...

Renovations get underway for Y-K Village Public Saftety buildings

Renovations have been underway to several Village Public Safety buildings in the Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta.  The newer buildings are already having a positive impact on...

Two District 30 Republicans battle for place on November ballot

KSKA continues its primary race profiles with Anchorage's District 30 House Republican contest. Incumbent Kevin Meyer's desire to campaign for Senate seat relinquished...

RUNNING: Audio from Wed, Aug 20

Thanks to everyone that tuned in for our Alaska Primary edition of RUNNING on Wednesday night. For those that missed the broadcast or would...