Tuberculosis, a disease that devastated Alaska in the past, took a big jump in 2022
Documented active cases of the disease increased dramatically, and pandemic-related interruptions to medical services are getting some of the blame.
From hangry to chonky: Fat Bear Week is coming
Ever since the Brooks River salmon run began, brown bears in Katmai National Park and Preserve have been feasting — and ballooning in size.
Variability of Alaska’s salmon runs
Salmon runs in Alaska have been defying expectations this season, in both good and bad ways. Why has it been so difficult to meet escapement for some runs while seeing bounty in others? From closures on the Kuskokwim to a puny run on the Yukon, salmon fishing in Alaska is changing and the reasons why remain elusive.
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Southcentral Foundation mourns loss of long-time Native leader
A memorial service is planned for Friday for Southcentral Foundation board member Sophia Chase and her family. Chase, along with her husband Allan and...
Alaska News Nightly: Wednesday, March 15, 2017
Senate passes bill drawing from Permanent Fund; State hopes environmental monitoring will clear up unknowns about Cook Inlet gas leak; Soldier charged in fatal shooting at Fairbanks bar; Prosecutors: death decision months away in airport shooting; Warm air, sea-surface temperatures in February limited Arctic sea-ice growth; Assembly member challenges borough's invocation policy; Ask a Climatologist: The sun is back and so is winter melt; Steller Watch lets anyone with internet access play wildlife biologist; ADF&G warns long winter is making moose irritable; Sled dogs help pull tourists' car from snow in Fairbanks; Top ten mushers finish in Nome; Mitch Seavey leads Iditarod to Nome – and says he’s not done yet Listen now
Three Bears Alaska to build North Pole grocery/retail complex
Wasilla-based grocery chain Three Bears Alaska will build a new store in North Pole, the latest in its statewide expansion plan.
Murkowski Energy Bill Avoids Hot Buttons
Sen. Lisa Murkowski today released a national energy policy bill. It’s been one of her highest priorities as chairman of the Senate Energy Committee, and she produced the bill jointly with the top Democrat on the committee, Maria Cantwell of Washington. Murkowski says it required compromise; the bill doesn’t include some of the big items on Murkowski’s energy agenda.
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Photos: Aboard the Alaska state ferry before it leaves Prince William Sound for winter
The Alaska state ferry system will stop running ships in Prince William Sound for seven months this winter after lawmakers made sharp budget cuts...
Sports Dome seeks Chapter 11 status
On Sunday, the non-profit corporation that operates the huge sports dome in south Anchorage announced that it had filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection....
Native Leaders Urge Lawmakers To Pass Climate Change Legislation
Alaska Natives are in Washington, D.C. – urging lawmakers to pass climate change legislation. Some believe that’s the best way to get federal money for relocating several villages.
Alaska Gov. Dunleavy sworn in for second term
The Republican last month became the first Alaska governor since Democrat Tony Knowles in 1998 to win back-to-back terms.
Disabled Vets Begin Denali Ascent
A group of disabled veterans landed on the Kahiltna Glacier Monday to begin their attempt to climb Mount McKinley. The group is part of the Disabled Sports USA’s Wounded Warfighter program, which encourages veterans to overcome physical setbacks to participate in sports at all levels.
North Pole Musher Avid Advocate of Protecting Environment
Renowned polar explorer Will Steger made the first documented un-supported sled dog trip to the North Pole in 1986.
He is the author...
Juneau artist’s Lingít “Raven Story” postage stamp enters circulation
A ceremony in Juneau celebrated the first stamp ever designed by a Lingít artist and the importance of the design and its story to the people who live in Lingít Aaní today.
Medevac Insurer May Get License Back
A popular medevac insurance company says it’s close to resuming business in Alaska. Apollo Medi Trans stopped renewing policies earlier this year, leaving many customers without coverage. But there are other options.
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Large crowd gathers to protest Anchorage health care organizations’ COVID-19 vaccine mandate
The Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium and Southcentral Foundation announced last month that employees will be required to be vaccinated against COVID-19 by Oct. 15. On Thursday evening, about 150 people took to the streets to protest the requirement for the vaccine, which is authorized for emergency use by the Food and Drug Administration.
State Approves Clitheroe Specialized Treatment Reopening
Following state approval, on Tuesday and after several months of suspended service, the Salvation Army reopened its Specialized Treatment Unit at its Clitheroe Center...
Writer Laureate Straley gives up moonlighting
One of Alaska’s most well-known writers is finally quitting his day job. John Straley has published nine novels, a book of poetry, numerous essays, and served as the state’s Writer Laureate.
But Straley built his reputation in Alaskan letters as a moonlighter. For the last 31 years he’s been drawing a paycheck as a full-time criminal defense investigator. He retired in August.
Alaska teens, tweens steer peers away from vaping and smoking
Teenagers from rural Alaska were in Anchorage at the end of May, learning from other high schoolers about nicotine addiction.
Group asks court to review previous decision
An environmental law group wants the U.S. Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals to revisit its ruling in favor of the Rock Creek gold mine,...