Mitch Seavey wins the 2017 Iditarod in record time
For the sixth year in a row, a member of the Seavey mushing family has claimed the top spot in the Last Great Race. This year it was Mitch Seavey who finished the Iditarod at 3:40 p.m. on Tuesday, March 14. Listen now
Feds Lift Medicaid Moratorium
The Federal government has lifted its moratorium on the state’s authority to accept applications for four Medicaid Waiver Programs that give at-home and...
Extensive new report details cancer-causing PFAS toxins across Alaska
A group of environmental advocacy organizations says the extent of contamination and emerging research around PFAS constitutes a significant health concern for Alaskans.
Dunleavy says correspondence school decision will have broad impacts. But will it?
A judge recently threw out two laws underpinning key aspects of Alaska's homeschool system. The impact of the decision is up for debate.
Justices wrestle how to set hovercraft case apart from subsistence
The U.S Supreme Court again heard a case that pits the National Park Service against Alaska's sovereignty, and this time subsistence was a big topic. Audio includes excerpts of the arguments.
Three Arrested for Illegally Selling Walrus Ivory, Polar Bear Hides
Ben Matheson, KNOM – Nome
A federal grand jury indicted three people Thursday for the illegal sale of walrus ivory and polar bear...
Anchorage high school sports OK’d to tackle games next week
That applies to cross country, swimming, diving, tennis, volleyball, gymnastics, football, flag football and cheerleading.
Alaska Gov. Dunleavy won’t endorse mask or vaccine mandates. But he says he won’t ban them either.
Dunleavy spoke with Alaska Public Media this week about the state of the pandemic, his relationship with lawmakers and the outlook for next year.
As the Great Salt Lake dries up, it’s also emitting millions of tons of CO2
A new study found that the drying Great Salt Lake in Utah is now a major source of the gas emissions that are causing the climate to warm.
Anchorage police will start outfitting officers with body cameras in mid-November
The implementation of the cameras comes two-and-a-half years after Anchorage voters approved a $1.8 million tax increase to purchase the equipment.
Troopers identify 2 people killed in Chugach small plane crash
The wreckage was found in a steep, mountainous area of Eagle River Valley in Chugach State Park. Recovery efforts were underway throughout the day Tuesday.
AK: New book of poetry explores indigenous thought
Juneau poet Ishmael Hope has released his new book of poetry titled “Rock Piles Along the Eddy. KTOO’s Scott Burton spoke with Hope and brings us this preview of the new collection two years in the making. Listen now
Petersburg ferry workers speak out on budget cuts
The ferry union strike might be over but some Petersburg ferry workers are still concerned about the state cuts to the Alaska Marine Highway System and other services.
Foes of Pebble Mine lose a round in court
The case is about the EPA's so-called “pre-emptive veto” of the Pebble Mine. A judge ruled the EPA has the authority to withdraw it.
BP and oil industry react to Governor's oil tax proposal
The Palin administration’s proposal to rewrite part of the state’s tax regime for the oil and gas industries has drawn immediate opposition from the...
Kamala Harris pledges to ‘earn and win’ the nomination after Biden’s endorsement
Vice President Kamala Harris said she wants to unite the Democratic Party.
Ted Stevens returns to Alaska
Senator Ted Stevens returns to Alaska this evening to campaign for reelection. He only has six days to reach out to voters before the...
Many GCI customers will see internet bills go up
Many customers of Alaska telecommunications company GCI will see the cost of their internet service increase next month. Listen now
Young Wants More from Interior on Bristol Bay
Alaska Congressman Don Young, has signed on to a letter with other House Republicans demanding more information about a leaked Interior Department report. The...
Proposed constitutional amendment would protect dividends, sort of
Concern over the dividend’s future led House members to propose a constitutional amendment, House Joint Resolution 23. Listen now