Line One: Mental health services for Alaskan students
As mental health needs in Alaska and the nation increase it has become harder to find resources for care, particularly for children and teens. Issues with inpatient care in Alaska have made headlines. However, newer intensive outpatient programs help to bridge this gap.
Learn about Alaska’s candidates running for governor, U.S. House and U.S. Senate before Election Day 2022
Lori Townsend and reporters discuss candidates running Governor, U.S. House and U.S. Senate.
Former Alaska Gov. Bill Sheffield dies at 94
“The most important thing to know about Bill Sheffield is that he loved Alaska,” said friend John Pugh.
Man arrested in Wasilla kidnapping, rape of teen girl at gunpoint
David Wayne Anderson, 49, faces numerous charges including attempted murder, assault, sexual assault, sexual abuse of a minor and kidnapping.
Alaska voters say they’re worried about climate change. Here’s where the candidates stand.
Alaska is at the forefront of climate change in the U.S. — it’s warming faster than any other state, and more than 60% of Alaskans say it’s an issue they’re concerned about.
Alaska Senate could see flip to coalition control if Republicans remain divided after election
With Republicans showing divisions in the state Senate, there's speculation that a coalition majority like in the House could form there as well.
Owner of Nome hotel destroyed in fatal fire charged with evading $1.5M in taxes
Tina H. Yi of Nome, who now lives in Anchorage, was the sole owner of the Polaris from 2007 until it burned in October 2017 killing Nome resident Bette Ann Haugen.
Preliminary announcement of a month-long wolf harvest sparks outcry from trappers
Trappers from Prince of Wales Island lashed out at state officials about the upcoming wolf season during a two-hour teleconference Wednesday night.
In new lawsuit, Alaska attempts to claim portions of its most-visited tourist attraction
Mendenhall Lake at the foot of Juneau's Mendenhall Glacier attracts 700,000 visitors per year, more than Denali.
Anchorage schools will close on Election Day in response to elections officials’ request
Anchorage schools will be closed Tuesday on Election Day, with students working from home because of a request from the Alaska Division of Elections.
Alaska News Nightly: Thursday, November 3, 2022
Political observers wonder if a coalition might take control of the Alaska Senate. Also, how statewide elections could impact Alaska's response to climate change. And a program in Homer brings violin lessons to students in nearby Anchor Point.
Inflation on fuel costs raises utility prices in Nome by 12%
Overall this means that Nome residents will be paying 44.5 cents per kilowatt hour of electricity used this winter instead of 35.7 cents.
Ghouls and graphs: Soldotna house tallies 779 trick-or-treaters
Even with a heads-up from the neighbors, Nick Berlon and Nikki Stein got more trick-or-treaters last year than they were expecting — 731. This year, they were ready.
Study looks at the return of tourism’s impact on whale stress levels
For the study this year, researchers collected samples of the stress hormone cortisol from whales in Juneau waters.
FAA mandates inspections of popular Alaska bush plane after Washington crash
The FAA says operators of de Havilland Canada DHC-3 Otters must take a close look at a component that controls the horizontal portion of the plane’s tail.
Will the Alaska House have another coalition majority checking the governor? For now, it’s hard to say.
With Alaska's Election Day less than a week away, one of the biggest questions is whether there will again be a coalition majority in control of the state House.
$20K will go to Bristol Bay communities with high voter turnout this election
A total of $20,000 will go to Bristol Bay communities with high turnout in next week’s election.
Angst over youth outmigration emerges in Alaska campaign rhetoric and debates
University funding, career prospects and lifestyle amenities are factors cited as important to young Alaskans pondering their futures.
Murkowski, Peltola deliver crash course in government to Dillingham students
On Halloween, Sen. Lisa Murkowski and Rep. Mary Peltola spent some time chatting with a room full of students dressed as butterflies, pirates, Minions and mimes.
Anchorage School Board approves ‘long overdue’ contract with bus drivers union
The new contract increases hourly pay and gives drivers more opportunities to pick up extra work.