With Anchorage’s record-setting snow, officials say it’s not a bad idea to shovel roofs
There are several winter months still to come and the potential for more snow, as ice-damming on roofs is already a concern.
Gov. Jay Inslee appoints first Native American to Washington Supreme Court
Whatcom County Superior Court Judge Raquel Montoya-Lewis, 51, who is an enrolled member of the Pueblo of Isleta tribe of New Mexico, will replace Chief Justice Mary Fairhurst when she retires in January.
‘It’s a lot’: Homeless residents at Anchorage campground get ready to move out following days of uncertainty
Some say they'll go back to the Sullivan Arena shelter, which the city confirmed on Thursday would reopen.
Polar bear listing empowers environmentalists to seek protection for other species
Fresh off a successful campaign to list polar bears as a threatened species, a conservation group has petitioned to provide the same protection to...
Damp Weather Helps Crews Subdue Flames
Dan Bross, KUAC – Fairbanks
Damp, cool weather has allowed crews to make good progress on the highest priority wildfire response in the state. Over...
‘You’re part of our family’: Anchorage students from a now-closed JBER school get warm welcome into new classrooms
Teachers and students started the year at new schools on Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson this fall after their school, Ursa Major Elementary, was closed over earthquake concerns.
Ft. Richardson Paratrooper Dies in Afghanistan
Army officials are reporting a paratrooper from Fort Richardson died in the Bermal District of Paktika, Afghanistan on Wednesday afternoon. Twenty five-year old...
Trump’s pick for Chemical Safety and Pollution Prevention deemed problematic by Anchorage nonprofit
A nominee for a top position at the EPA is drawing both praise and criticism, including concerns from a non profit in Anchorage that works to raise awareness about the health affects of hazardous chemicals. Listen now
Homeschool ruling is on hold — but only through the end of June, judge rules
The judge’s order denying the state’s motion for a longer stay of the ruling also clarifies key aspects of the case.
Alaska Native issues feature prominently at hearing on Arctic Refuge oil leasing
At the Anchorage hearing on oil leasing in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, Alaska Native voices provided passionate testimony on both sides of the issue.
An Alaska wildlife refuge is changing its wildfire strategy to limit carbon emissions
If blazes break out in parts of the Yukon Flats National Wildlife Refuge, firefighters will protect forest floor and permafrost that hold carbon.
AK: Feeding the hungry Susitna Valley residents
The Upper Susitna Food Pantry, with locations in Talkeetna and Trapper Creek, provides food assistance to hundreds of Susitna Valley residents. While many volunteers work together to help in that process, there is one person without whom the pantry could not function as it does. Listen now
Mat-Su schools’ ban on transgender girl athletes raises concern for ACLU, may violate federal law
Attempting to ban transgender girls from playing on girls’ teams constitutes illegal discrimination under the federal law known as Title IX, according to the ACLU of Alaska.
Federal Workers in Alaska Face Uncertain Future
Federal workers here in Alaska and nationwide began their first workday of the new fiscal year yesterday.
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.
Eielson pilot helps Air Force test bladder relief device for women
“This is really about the health and safety of the aircrew," she said. "So they can focus on the thing they need to focus on — which is the mission.”
JBER requires masking as Anchorage COVID-19 surge continues
The new rule applies to military members, civilian personnel and anyone else on base.
Halibut charter operators take the one-fish bag limit to court
The Charter Halibut Task Force this week filed a lawsuit in Washington, D.C. seeking a both temporary restraining order and a preliminary block of...
Former Governor Hickel asks legislature to reject AGIA
Former Governor Walter Hickel today urged Alaskans to contact their legislators and tell them to vote against Governor Palin's proposed AGIA gas line project...
Dunleavy says returning to disaster declaration jeopardizes tourism
Alaska Gov. Mike Dunleavy sent a letter to all legislators on Wednesday saying the state should not return to having a disaster declaration because it would lead travelers to assume that the COVID-19 situation in the state is worsening.