Anchorage teens work at precinct polling stations
Various attempts to lure young adults to the polls at election time seemed to have enjoyed only limited success. But an idea tried...
Controversy over Polar Bears heats up
Today, three environmental groups took the next step in their legal fight to force a decision on ‘threatened’ status for polar bears while Interior...
Legislature updates Silver Hand program
Legislation to update a program that certifies Alaska Native artwork has passed both chambers of the state legislature and is awaiting Governor Sarah Palin’s...
Report outlines links between water systems and disease
A new, comprehensive report on links between disease and safe water systems in Alaska had some startling results. The study covered the years 2000...
Legislature calls for extension of special session
The State House and Senate have both introduced resolutions asking the governor to extend the call for the special session set for June to...
Newly elected Anchorage assembly shifts to the left
In yesterday's municipal election, voters tipped the Anchorage Assembly from its solidly conservative majority toward a more progressive body.
Len Anderson, KSKA - Anchorage
George Ahmoagak looks to return as North Slope Borough mayor
Former North Slope Borough Mayor George Ahmoagak has announced his intention to run again for borough mayor. The current mayor, Edward Itta will make...
Senator Murkowski pushes for improved health care for women veterans
Today, Lisa Murkowski and other female US senators introduced legislation to improve health services for women veterans. Murkowski says with more women joining the...
Two hunters survive night on Bering Sea ice
Two hunters from the Y-K Delta region were rescued earlier this week after being stranded overnight on the Bering Sea ice.
Kenny Steele, KYUK -...
Alaska Volcano Observatory celebrates 20th birthday
The Alaska Volcano Observatory marked its 20th anniversary with exhibits and cake today on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC. The AVO is a joint...
Assembly races create new balance: Selkregg hints at mayor run
In yesterday's municipal election, voters tipped the Anchorage Assembly from its solidly conservative majority to a more liberal/progressive tilt.
Visit muni2008.kska.org for election results.
Len Anderson,...
Anchorage voters approve over 100-million dollars in bonds
Despite an undercurrent of property tax concerns, Anchorage voters approved all seven bond propositions on yesterday's ballot--totaling nearly 103-million dollars.
Visit muni2008.kska.org for election results.
Len...
Senate putting final touches on capital projects budget bill
The bill moved out of the Finance Committee this morning and was on the floor within an hour. The bill spends nearly $2.5 billion...
Alaska doctor tesifies on Medicare before Congress
An Anchorage doctor is in Washington DC to testify against planned changes to the federal medicare program. Dr. Tom Vasileff is joining physicians from...
Soaring gold prices behind new Alaska gold rush
High mineral prices are spurring another gold rush in Alaska. Peter Frantz, a geologist with the Department of Natural Resources in Fairbanks, says the...
Sitka sac roe fishery sets new record
The Sitka sac roe herring fishery wrapped up yesterday evening in a 4-1/2 hour opener that saw seiners land the rest of their record...
Prince Rupert ferry dock under repair
Prince Rupert officials say they’re firmly committed to repairing the British Columbia city’s ferry terminal. Alaska officials had to cancel one sailing after the...
Municipal elections underway in Anchorage
Today Anchorage voters are deciding the fate of a half dozen municipal assembly seats and bond propositions totaling around $103,000,000.
Len Anderson, KSKA - Anchorage
Anniversary of historic tsunami arouses vivid memories
62 years ago today, one of the 20th century's worse tsunamis hit the pacific ocean. It followed an 8.2 magnitude earthquake that was ecorded...
Hispanic group asks Anchorage school superintendent how to help Latino students
This weekend Anchorage School Superintendent Carol Comeau met with a local Hispanic council to discuss improving overall Latino student performance in district schools.
Len Anderson,...