Strike Vote at Anchorage Water Utility
Anchorage utility workers have authorized a strike at the water and sewer utility, but there may not be a work stoppage. An arbitrator has already ruled in favor of the union, but the Municipal Assembly refused to accept the contract terms.
Former Alaska Arts Council employee wins $85K settlement after losing her job for criticizing governor
Keren Lowell worked for the Alaska Council on the Arts over a span of eight years and lost her job in 2019, when Gov. Mike Dunleavy vetoed the council's funding. When the funding was restored, most of her coworkers were hired back, but Lowell was not.
Governor Palin tussles with Democrats over Senate appointment
Juneau is still without representation in the state senate – and it appears Governor Palin is in no hurry to fill the seat recently...
All smiles for Rep. Young in Eagle River
In other states, Republican Congress members are dogged by anti-Trump protestors. But Alaska Congressman Don Young found a friendly crowd Wednesday in Eagle River. It was his only public event scheduled in the Anchorage area this recess.
Quinhagak man sentenced to 99 years in prison for murder of 10-year-old Ida ‘Girlie’ Aguchak
The crime occurred on March 15, 2020 in Quinhagak.
Millions of Americans are resorting to risky ways to buy an affordable home
Alternative financing arrangements can be the only option for low-income Americans. But they lack the same protections as a mortgage, and many end up paying for years without ever gaining ownership.
Sitka prizes pedal pushers — and wins bicycling honors
One year after launching a community-wide effort to raise awareness and improve safety, Sitka is officially a bike-friendly community.
Robert Woolsey, KCAW - Sitka
Naknek augments power supply with new solar array
In the search for cheap, renewable sources of energy to power rural Alaska, solar seems to have rarely gotten a look. But solar panel technology is constantly improving, and one small company set up an array in Naknek this year to prove it can work. Listen Now
Group Voices Concern About Recount Procedure
Wednesday, the Anchorage Municipal Clerk's office began a recount of their recount of ballots cast in the Municipal Election. A group of voters requested a recount earlier this month after multiple reports of problems with the election. But some are now concerned that the counting isn't being done right.
Bill Streur Hired As Medicaid Budget, Expansion Consultant
The Senate Finance Committee approved hiring former-health commissioner Bill Streur today as a consultant on the Medicaid budget and Medicaid expansion. Expanding the program as part of the Affordable Care Act is a priority of Governor Bill Walker, but many Republican lawmakers say the state can't afford any new spending.
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Bears Break into Pelican Homes
Ed Schoenfeld, CoastAlaska – Juneau
A family of bears is making a mess out of cabins near the Southeast Alaska town of Pelican. A...
British Columbia steps in over Tulsequah Chief Mine cleanup
The Canadian mine was developed in the early 20th century, then abandoned in 1957.
How soaring inflation forces stark choices
From rising rent to higher heating bills, surging inflation impacts everybody, but it poses a particular hardship for people with little extra money to spare.
It’s eat, rest and repeat as Iditarod teams take their 24-hour stops
As the race transitions from big mountains and technical terrain into the heart of Alaska’s Interior, mushers are watching their teams come into race form.
State to extend contract with out-of-state health workers brought up to help with pandemic strain
The contract was initially for 90 days, and has been extended to Jan. 20.
Developers hope to open Railbelt electric vehicle charging corridor by summer 2022
Efforts are underway to build a network of electric vehicle charging stations along the Railbelt that developers hope could connect the Kenai Peninsula to Fairbanks by the summer of 2022.
Study looks at new way to make ice for salmon fleet
Ice is an integral part of many salmon boats’ chilling operations, but getting it isn’t so easy: producing and distributing ice to the fleet is a major undertaking with many players each summer. A recent study looked at making one piece of the puzzle – creating the ice – a little simpler, but that doesn’t mean any changes are on the way right now.
Ammo shortage leaves Alaska businesses shooting blanks
Alaska and the rest of the U.S. are deep in an ammunition shortage, likely due to a confluence of current events and production setbacks.
Meth forum features strong testimony from recovering addicts
Yesterday's anti-meth forum at Anchorage's Loussac Library covered the gamut in the war against meth. Speakers spoke of law enforcement, prevention and education campaigns....
Meet the companies testing self-driving vehicles in the Pacific Northwest
“The industry, the private sector is pulling government along, whether we’re ready or not,” a said Washington transportation official said. “We’re trying to play catch up, but we do need a public policy framework.” Listen now