Alaska’s rural animal shelters are struggling to keep up: ‘Everywhere has no room’
Animal shelters around the state have seen a recent uptick of stray and surrendered animals.
Alaska’s new Senate delegation meets in Washington
Photo by Libby Casey
Alaska's Democratic Senator-elect Mark Begich spent today walking the halls of Congress. Begich won't be sworn-in until next month but he's...
PFDs will start going out to Alaskans on Sept. 20, says governor’s office
This year’s $3,200-per-person payout includes a $650 payment meant to offset high energy costs.
Urged by Alaska veterans, Sullivan supports cannabis research at VA
Alaska Sen. Dan Sullivan is co-sponsoring a bill that calls on the Department of Veterans Affairs to look into the "efficacy and safety" of cannabis in the treatment of veterans diagnosed with "chronic pain, post-traumatic stress disorder" and other conditions. Listen now
Court continues to sort out irregularities in Stevens trial
The Justice Department got back on track in court today in the case of former Senator Ted Stevens. At their last court...
Paramo selected as new Anchorage Schools superintendent
Deena Paramo, the current superintendent at the Mat-Su Borough School District, is chosen to lead the state's largest school district.
Rural Schools Bill Clears First Hurdle
A bill aimed at revamping construction funds for rural schools has passed its first hurdle in the Legislature.
Shane Iverson, KYUK – Bethel
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US House calls for more research on ocean acidification
The change in ocean chemistry is alarming to subsistence communities and the fishing industry.
Alaska Natives, Pacific Islanders have a disproportionate number of COVID-19 infections and hospitalizations
Alaskans of Native Hawaiian and other Pacific Islander ethnicity make up 4% of the cases in the state, while they’re only 1% of the population.
Alaska’s largest rural airline will go on the auction block Tuesday
Fourteen bidders intend to participate in the auction, Ravn said in a prepared statement Monday, though it did not reveal their names.
Hill visits: It’s all about access in DC
Conventional wisdom has it that politicians only grant access to donors or lobbyists. Does the phenomenon of the "Hill visit" prove the cynics wrong? Listen now
Former state lawyer sues over being fired, saying she couldn’t sign Dunleavy “pledge of loyalty”
Former assistant public advocate Kelly Parker filed the lawsuit in Anchorage Superior Court on October 8th, against Dunleavy, his former chief of staff Tuckerman Babcock, and the state.
Board of Game considers expanding predator control
The state Board of Game has begun work on a stack of proposals - many of which involve predator control. Among other things,...
Murkowski, Sullivan resign GOP posts after denouncing Trump
Alaska's two U.S. senators resigned leadership posts in the state Republican party in denouncing GOP presidential nominee Donald Trump. Listen Now
The Supreme Court leaves Indian Child Welfare Act intact
By a 7-to-2 vote, the court upheld the Indian Child Welfare Act's preferences for Native tribes when Indian children are adopted.
U.S. investigates ‘unprofessional interactions’ after Russian military confronts Bering Sea fishermen
Vessels reported being buzzed by Russian aircraft and ordered out of the area on a specific heading. The incident has now drawn the attention of both of Alaska’s U.S. senators and an investigation by three federal agencies into what they’re calling “unprofessional behavior” by the Russian military.
Mediator to solve dispute over Anchorage teachers’ contracts
A federal mediator is expected to help resolve differences over key terms of contracts for Anchorage teachers after the union and the state’s largest...
House and Senate agree on energy rebate bill as the special session ends
State House and Senate leaders today appeared to have found common ground in their two versions of the bill helping Alaskans meet high...
Convicted lawmaker Kott appealing case
Kott was found guilty of conspiracy, bribery, and extortion in September, and was sentenced earlier this month to six years in federal prison.
David Shurtleff,...
Is Anchorage America’s most diverse city? Depends on who you ask
Anchorage boasts some of the most diverse neighborhoods in the country. But, is it the most diverse city in America? Listen now