Lawmakers Talking About Sweeping Tax Reforms
The fiscal cliff – that much-reported-on combination of tax increases and government spending cuts – is less than five weeks away. But, most lawmakers are talking about sweeping tax reforms, something unlikely to happen before the end of the year.
State of Alaska plans to sue feds over trail corridors across public land
The state intends to sue to gain title to rights of way in the Yukon-Charley Preserve.
Military Recruiters Banned From Anchorage, Mat-Su Schools
Military recruiters are no longer welcome at Anchorage or Mat-Su schools.
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Alaskans discuss Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month | Alaska Insight
Lori Townsend speaks with Lucy Hansen, president of the Polynesian Association of Alaska, Filipino Community, Inc. President Edric Carrillo and community organizer Kengo Nagaoka about the rich history of Asian and Pacific Islanders and their hopes for the future.
Fire consumes home in Kisgluk despite hours-long battle
A fire in the village of Kasigluk near Bethel destroyed a house, leaving a family of 6 homeless. Volunteers fought the fire for...
Proposed Oil Tax Credits Facing Major Opposition
Rosemarie Alexander, KTOO – Juneau
Governor Sean Parnell’s bill to give oil companies bigger tax credits is on the move, but the controversial legislation...
State House Passes Oil Tax Bill
Dave Donaldson, APRN - Juneau
The state House Thursday night passed the governor’s controversial oil tax bill that is expected to make large reductions in...
Diving for answers: Will blue king crab come back in the Pribilofs?
In the Pribilof Islands, no one’s gotten an accurate count of blue king crab since the population crashed hard in the 1980s. This summer, a marine biologist is trying to change that, with the species’ first in-depth study in more than 30 years. His ultimate goal: determine if blue crab can make a comeback — or if it’s gone for good. Listen now
Despite Prevention Efforts, Suicide Rates Remain High
Ellen Lockyer, KSKA – Anchorage
An annual report by the Statewide Suicide Prevention Council shows Alaska Natives continue to have a high suicide rate,...
Gross concedes Alaska US Senate race to Sullivan; Galvin concedes to Rep. Young
Sen. Sullivan and Congressman Don Young seem to have cemented their re-election, though there are still ballots to count.
Disorderly Conduct Charge on Yukon River Draws Federal, State Controversy
Dave Donaldson, APRN - Juneau
Governor Parnell is asking that the state be given formal status in the federal court case against 70-year-old Jim Wilde...
Alaska reports 2 new COVID deaths as hospitalizations continue to break records
Alaska on Friday reported two new COVID-19 deaths as the number of patients hospitalized with the virus in the state hit a new record high.
Alaska Responds to Murkowski’s Decision to Concede
Dave Donaldson, APRN - Juneau
You couldn't call it a surprise, but still Alaskans were sympathetic as they reacted to Lisa Murkowski’s decision...
COVID-19 spreading quickly in Alaska, with 46 new cases reported over the weekend
According to modeling the state is using, the rate that Alaskans are transmitting the virus is now the second highest in the nation.
CORRECTION: Fish and Game Looking to Learn More About the Wood Frog
And finally tonight, a correction. Tuesday, we said there was only one amphibian in Alaska – the Wood Frog. But there are actually...
Reserves, dividends would be gone in 10 years without action, lawmakers told
Alaska’s budget reserves could be gone in 10 years if the state government doesn’t take action to balance its budget, the Legislature’s nonpartisan finance expert said Wednesday (Feb. 15). Listen now
Woman found dead in apparent bear encounter outside Yellowstone National Park
The woman's body and grizzly bear tracks were found on the Buttermilk Trail, located about eight miles west of West Yellowstone, Mont.
Schnuelle first out of Rainy Pass in tight Iditarod leader pack
Two-time defending Iditarod champion Lance Mackey led the way into the Rainy Pass checkpoint at 11:34 this morning. Norwegian Bjornar Anderson followed more than...
Dena’Ina Way of Living, at the Anchorage Museum
Hurry, you can still make it to Dena’Ina Way of Living with its preserved artifacts and dioramic recreations. But not to worry, the exhibition catalog will be available after the show closes.
Dena’inaq’ Huch’ulyeshi, the Dena’Ina Way of Living illustrates how a population lived thousands of years ago without electricity, running water and modern medicine; be humbled by those who came before.
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New cookbook touts Alaska-grown eats for kids
Alaska cooks now have a new resource: the “Make it Local” cookbook released this month by the Alaska Child Nutrition Program. It’s a compilation of kid-friendly recipes that feature Alaska-grown ingredients.
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