US and Russian scientists are still working together to solve salmon mysteries
Tensions continue to simmer in the wake of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. But the United States and Russia are still working together on at least one issue: salmon.
Kohring re-arraigned on conspiracy, bribery and extortion charges
Former state legislator Vic Kohring was back in court this afternoon, this time to face new allegations that he had been conspiring with VECO...
Village Leaders Gathering to Discuss Environment
Leaders from villages in the Bethel region are meeting in Aniak this week to talk about the biggest environmental issues in their villages.
Lori Townsend,...
Alaska Whooping Cough Cases On The Rise
Last year the rate of pertussis or “Whooping Cough” in Alaska reached epidemic proportions and it’s likely the epidemic is ongoing.
To carry out salmon habitat measure, Alaska must decide what ‘significant’ means
Part of the uncertainty on how the salmon habitat initiative could affect things like small-scale hydro projects or mom-and-pop placer mines hinges on a single phrase in the ballot measure: "significant adverse effects." Listen now
Wasilla Hunting Guide Headed to Jail
A hunting guide from Wasilla is heading to jail after being found guilty of two counts of big game violations by a jury in Cordova District Court. The violations stemmed from an illegal wolf hunt a year ago.
Officials Investigating Oily Sheen Near Juneau
In 1952, a ship loaded with bunker C oil sank off Lena Point near Juneau. The vessel has remained submerged since then, but...
North Slope Moves to Create Port Authority
With Arctic activity escalating, the North Slope Arctic Borough is taking steps to protect its resources while developing its economy.
APU skate skier takes 1st at nationals
Alaska’s Reese Hanneman raced to first place in the skate technique sprint at the U.S. National Cross Country Ski Championships on Monday in Houghton, Michigan.
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What’s to blame for Alaska’s poor king salmon runs? Submarines, suggests Rep. Young.
Congressman Young adds nuclear submarines to the list of suspects that could be harming chinook returns.
Next act for Sarah Palin is unclear after Alaska U.S. House losses
One consultant says Palin, the 2008 Republican vice-presidential nominee, could have “run away” with Alaska's 2022 U.S. House races but didn’t seem focused.
Alaska News Nightly: Wednesday, November 16, 2022
The Anchorage Police Department plans to carry the overdose-reversing Narcan. Also, state health officials are bracing for an early wave of flu cases. And Anchorage School District leaders suggest a push for state education funding.
Juneau rallies for Ukrainians: ‘We are here, but our soul, our mind and hearts are there’
With just a day’s notice, dozens of Juneau residents gathered on Saturday afternoon in support of Ukraine.
Erosion drains Goldfish Lake in Port Heiden
After a decade of heavy erosion, a lake in the Bristol Bay village of Port Heiden finally breached, sending water gushing into the bay.
Pebble Mine Opponent Visits Southeast Communities
A leading opponent of the pebble mine project is making his case against the mine in communities around southeast Alaska this week.
Deanna Garrison, KRBD...
Alaska State Troopers cancel AMBER alert for 15-year-old girl in Anchorage
Troopers say Alexis Bane was found safe Thursday morning and the suspect is in custody.
Mulling the possibility of a “managed retreat” from climate change
By the end of the century, researchers predict climate change could displace millions of people across the country, as rising sea levels and erosion hit coastal communities. As policymakers start to grapple with that reality, there’s a specific phrase making the rounds: “managed retreat.” In other words, relocating whole neighborhoods or communities and retreating from the coast. Listen now
Election results roundup
Voters across the state went to the polls yesterday to elect mayors, city and borough representatives and decide a long list of ballot initiatives....
Biden administration will review Trump’s plan that opened most of the NPR-A to oil development
In light of Biden's climate goals, the Bureau of Land Management is reviewing the 2020 plan that opened millions of additional acres in the NPR-A to oil drilling.
Examining the need for rural transportation infrastructure upgrades
Villages across Alaska are in need of upgrades to their roads and airstrips. But how to pay for repairs or even the basic installation...