News

All news stories, regardless of topic (local, statewide + national news stories, as well as Talk of Alaska, Alaska News Nightly, Alaska Insight, Alaska Economic Report). Some news stories may also have other categories marked, which will also put them on a subpage. Not all news stories will fall into a subpage.

Lt. Gov. Kevin Meyer seeks initiative audit to calm election questions

Meyer said the only reason he’s seeking an audit is because “so many people think our Dominion machines are faulty, corrupt and easily manipulated, and I think a lot of this is misinformation that’s coming from the national level.”

In A Social Media Fracas, Walker Withdraws Appointee

A Walker spokesperson confirmed on Tuesday that Jeff Landfield’s nomination to the judicial conduct commission was withdrawn because of “disrespectful” and “misogynistic” images posted to his social media account.”

Chugach tree fulfills holiday destiny on Capitol lawn

A 74-foot tree cut from the Chugach National Forest near Seward nearly a month ago arrived at the U.S. Capitol today. It’s the first time the Capitol Christmas tree has come from the 49th state, and it had an entourage. Download Audio

Flood Closes Road to Exit Glacier

Tuesday, the National Park Service had to close the road to Exit Glacier outside of Seward because of flooding. Water is over the road and the gate will be shut until it is shallow enough to drive safely through again.

Over 100 Neglected Dogs Discovered at Dog Lot in Mat-Su

Steve Heimel, APRN - Anchorage The Matanuska Susitna Animal Shelter has a major problem to deal with - more than a hundred neglected dogs discovered...

State regulator raises bonds required for drilling

The Alaska Oil and Gas Conservation Commission proposes a sliding scale for the new bonds from $500,000 to $30,000,000 for potential drillers, operators. Listen now

How would the salmon ballot initiative impact development in Alaska?

If Alaskans are confused about what the ballot initiative would actually do, that's understandable. That's because both sides can't seem to agree on how it would affect future development in Alaska. Listen now
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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.

Murkowski Seeks Balance in Energy Legislation

Senator Lisa Murkowski warned today that passing an energy bill in Congress will get a lot tougher if it’s lumped together with climate change...

Are You Prepared for an Alaskan Emergency?

Winter is here in full force across the state.  And with a monster storm rolling in to Western Alaska, a quick review of emergency preparedness is not a bad idea.  Here is a good emergency supply list from the State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management. See the list.

Anchorage voters overturn AO-37, support most incumbents

Anchorage voters repealed AO-37, the controversial labor law, during Tuesday's election. They returned many incumbents and also sent some new Republicans to the state legislature as well.

We Are Super Cub Pilots | INDIE ALASKA

Each year pilots from around the state show off their piloting chops in the Valdez fly-in short takeoff and landing competition. For these pilots flying isn't just means of transportation, it's a way of life. These skills aren't just used for bragging rights, they're essential for flying in Alaska--whether they're landing on a remote beach or taking off of a glacier. Meet four talented pilots with one big thing in common, their love of flying their super cub plane.

Holiday program brings village to Anchorage

Native charter school students perform an Inupiat song. After finishing their song, three "reindeer" enjoy the rest of the program. Native charter school students perform a...

Decoy moose tricks poachers in YK Delta

Two men from the village of Tuluksak are being charged with taking a Moose in a closed season. But the moose they allegedly shot...
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State elections commission recommends fine for pro-Bronson group, citing a failure to file certain forms during runoff

The Alaska Public Offices Commission staff is recommending a $5,665 fine for a group that was raising funds to support Mayor Dave Bronson’s campaign.
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Alaska News Nightly: Tuesday, May 8, 2018

Legislature approves use of Permanent Fund to pay for state government; Is meth back in Alaska? Or did it never leave?; Walker’s oil & gas advisor leaves for job at NANA; Fairbanks City Council approves marijuana regulations that limit retail shops to 25; New automation initiatives driving National Weather Service push to focus staff in urban offices; Ask a Climatologist: Traditional knowledge is critical to climate research; Indian Country Today’s new editor Mark Trahant on the future of Native journalism Listen now

Salazar Announces New Minerals Management Service Structure

Interior Secretary Ken Salazar took another step today (Wednesday) in reorganizing the Minerals Management Service. He signed a secretarial order breaking up the...

Alaska News Nightly: Monday, May 25, 2015

As Negotiations Continue, Little Public Action From Legislature; Repair Work To Begin On Dalton Highway; Body Found in Bethel Park Identified; Alaska Native Medical Center Starts Construction Of Patient Housing; Tyonek Tribe Grateful For Land Donation; Eielson Air Force Base Investigates Ground Water Contamination; Scientist Maps Spill Potential For Seabirds; Klukwan Seniors Graduate In Class Of Two.
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North to the future? Alaska’s ranked choice voting system is praised and criticized nationally

The system is seen by advocates in the Lower 48 as a model for advancing civility and moderation, but it is vulnerable to repeal at home.

Southeast Alaska residents react to Roadless Rule announcement

“You got to look at the impacts on wildlife as well as people who live here,” said Mike Douville. Listen now