Alaska VA Spreading Word of Tribal Veteran Representative Program
The Alaska VA Healthcare System is working to get the word out about their Tribal Veteran Representative program. TVRs volunteer to get training to assist Native veterans in their communities with filing VA paperwork to access benefits through the VA system.
Warm Weather Trend Likely to Continue
An ocean temperature driven trend that affects the weather is showing signs of warming.
Dan Bross, KUAC - Fairbanks
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Chickaloon Elder Katie Wade Left Behind Lasting Legacy
Chickaloon elder Katie Wade passed away a year ago Wade is remembered for her book, Chickaloon Spirit, but she has left another legacy....
Alaska News Nightly: August 25, 2011
Mora-Lopez Sentenced to Three Months in Prison, $10,000 Fine, Yukon Skipper Dies After Fish Tender Capsizes, Alaska Issues Under Scrutiny in Wake of Fuglvog Incident, Polar Bear Scientist Allowed Back to Work, Officials Address Yupiit School District Problems, Pilots Awarded for Saving Damaged Jet, Residents Respond to Healy Clean Coal Plan Plan
Alaska state agency again rejects Hollis French’s petition to investigate Cook Inlet leak
State regulators doubled down Thursday on their refusal to investigate a 2016 fuel gas leak in Cook Inlet, capping a years-long disagreement with a former commissioner over the scope of the agency’s authority.
GUBERNATORIAL FISHERIES DEBATE
Candidates for Alaska governor will be in Kodiak on August 28 to take part in a unique debate that focuses on a single topic: Alaska’s seafood industry. Airing live on KSKA and statewide from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 28. Hear gubernatorial candidates Sean Parnell, Byron Mallott and Bill Walker talk fish.
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Alaska News Nightly: Tuesday, Oct. 22, 2019
The proposed Pebble Mine's backers spent more than $1 million dollars this year to lobby Congress. Also: A judge orders the state to stop housing psychiatric patients in jails.
Cress Carney sentenced to 104 years in prison
Convicted murderer Cress Carney was sentenced to 104 years in prison without the possibility of parole in Dillingham Superior Court yesterday. Carney was convicted...
After vandalism, museum continues to share Jewish life in Alaska
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Incidents of antisemitism have been on the rise nationally and worldwide. Here in Alaska, a series of events last year highlighted the need for...
Appeals court says work at Alaska’s Willow oil project can proceed as larger case plays out
The move is another loss for conservation groups and an Inupiat organization that are seeking to stop the project.
Forest Service substantially weighed the ‘state’s preferences’ in Roadless Rule decision
A change in the federal rule could open up over 9 million acres in the nation’s largest national forest, though the federal agency says those lands “would not be scheduled or expected to be subject to timber harvests.”
Alaska’s natural gas shortage: How did we get here and what comes next?
Southcentral Alaska is facing a looming energy crisis as natural gas contracts are set to run out. Utilities aren’t sure how to replace it, but foreign imports seem likely.
Pebble’s owner reports growing deficit and doubts about its future. Again.
A spokesman says Pebble remains confident. The parent company says it's lost $40 million so far this year, and has a deficit over $400 million.
Alaska GOP politicians are lobbying the governor and pharmacy board for easier access to ivermectin
The legislative lobbying efforts highlight how Alaskans’ enthusiasm for ivermectin and other alternative treatments has persisted, even as federal regulators and an array of provider groups have warned that the drug should not be used to treat or prevent COVID-19.
Lawmakers look to the north as Juneau prepares for Arctic Council meeting
On a cold, sunny day in Juneau, about 40 people gathered in the Capitol to eat lunch and learn about the Arctic. Juneau will host an Arctic Council meeting later this week, and state lawmakers got a visit from national and international scientists, policymakers and researchers on Tuesday. Listen now
Anchorage Woman Charged with Abuse of Foster, Adopted Children
Ellen Lockyer, KSKA – Anchorage
A 50-year-old Anchorage woman, Anya James, is in custody charged with the abuse of her adopted and foster...
How to find the best face mask for your kids
This year, face masks are on most parents' list of back-to-school supplies. But which ones are most effective? Here's how to choose the right one for your child.
The U.N. says it has verified a new record high temperature for the Arctic
The United Nations has officially recognized a new record high temperature for the Arctic, confirming a reading of 100.4 Fahrenheit taken in June of last year.
Walker to return to S. Korea to pitch gasline plan
Governor Bill Walker is going back to South Korea Saturday for the second time this month to pitch his gasline plan. It's Walker's third trip to Asia as governor. Listen Now
State ferries won’t stop sailing April 16, after all
The Alaska Marine Highway System has enough money to sail through the end of June. A bill signed by the governor fills an 11-week funding gap. Listen now