Alaska school year could start in September under new proposal
The later start date would allow students to spend more time on subsistence activities and working in construction or tourism jobs.
Supporters of Alaska election system file suit seeking to block repeal initiative
Plaintiffs say the Alaska Division of Elections wrongly certified petitions in favor of the repeal of open primaries and ranked choice voting.
Taiwan emerges remarkably unscathed after massive earthquake
The day after the Asian island's worst quake in a quarter century, most residents cannot stop talking about how much worse it could have been.
Alaska Pacific University will partner with Seattle U to offer the state’s first dual MBA/law program
Alaska Pacific University will begin offering a dual law and masters of business administration program this fall. The program is in partnership with Seattle University.
More revisions needed after partial federal approval of key state transportation plan
The delayed approval process is not likely to bog down construction this summer, Alaska Transportation Commissioner Ryan Anderson told lawmakers.
NOAA responds to entangled whale in Unalaska’s Iliuliuk Bay
Authorities are gathering images and information to coordinate helping an entangled humpback in Unalaska’s Iliuliuk Bay.
Complex Care, with guest host Dr. Anne Zink | Line One
How do we better care for patients with complex needs? On this Line One, guest host Dr. Anne Zink and her guests discuss complex care.
Discussing the 2024 legislative session | Talk of Alaska
What is the current tone of debate at the capitol? We talk with reporters covering this year's legislative session on this Talk of Alaska.
In fundraising pitch, Iditarod planners say financial woes could jeopardize epic sled dog race
The message comes at a time when major Iditarod sponsors have dropped out, and inflation has increased the cost of participation.
Taiwan is hit by its strongest earthquake in nearly 25 years
At least nine people died in the 7.4 magnitude quake, which collapsed buildings and created a tsunami that washed ashore in southern Japan.
Bronson and LaFrance prepare for runoff in Anchorage mayoral election
Suzanne LaFrance has roughly 600 more votes than incumbent Mayor Dave Bronson, according to the tally posted Tuesday night.
Anchorage school bond passing and public bathroom bond failing in early results
A bond to pay for cemetery projects was also failing Tuesday night, while bonds for ambulances, trail upgrades and road projects were passing.
Incumbents lead in Anchorage School Board races
By Tuesday night, nearly 45,000 ballots had been tallied. Thousands of additional ballots will be counted over the next week.
It’s Election Day in Anchorage. Here’s what to know.
Ballots were mailed to eligible voters on March 12. They can be returned by mail, to secure drop boxes or at vote centers through April 2.
Anchorage mayor vetoes Assembly action in latest transparency row
The Assembly appears to have the supermajority needed to override the mayor’s veto of a measure to subpoena a confidential agreement.
Alaska lawmakers chop budget for Dunleavy’s ‘statehood defense’
Rep. Andy Josephson, a member of the House Finance Committee, said he had concerns about the effort and "whether some of it is waste."
Air Force to send ‘Arctic Pay’ to most of its Alaska-based service members
JBER airmen can get a lump-sum payment of $1,000, or $2,000 if they have families. The bonus is double for those at Eielson.
Federal discount on broadband is ending for 25,000 Alaska families
A subsidy helping low-income families afford broadband is running out of money. The Biden administration wants Congress to keep it going.
Mat-Su schools book ban goes to federal judge for oral arguments
Parents and students sued the school district over the book removal of 56 books without review from school libraries last April.
Alaskans are owed more than $4M in unclaimed tax refunds from 2020, IRS estimates
IRS spokesperson Rodney Bearman said if you didn’t file your taxes for 2020, you could have a refund waiting for you. He said the average estimated refund for Alaskans who haven’t filed is over $900.