Top Stories

News stories, radio and TV episodes that warrant one of six spots on our homepage. The homepage is in chronological order of publication date, so stories are moved off the homepage as more are categorized “top stories.”

U.S. Rep. Don Young downplayed COVID-19 as the “beer virus.” Now he and other Republicans are back to in-person campaign events.

Alaska Republicans have been quicker than Democrats and independents to resume in-person campaigning, at events where many attendees and candidates have foregone masks and social distancing. Both national and in-state polling data show Republicans to be far less concerned about COVID-19 than Democrats.

Mental Health advocates asking Governor to look into actions of Mental Health Trust

Mental health advocates are expressing concern that the Alaska Mental Health Trust Authority is straying from its mission after the sudden resignation of its CEO, and several groups are calling for special audits of the trust. Listen Now

Bristol Bay Reflects High Cost of Living

The cost of living in Bristol Bay is about 37 percent more expensive than living in the Anchorage area according to some new...

Supreme Court ready for Exxon Valdez arguments

Tomorrow, lawyers for ExxonMobil and Exxon Valdez oil spill claimants go before the U.S. Supreme Court to argue whether the $2.5 billion punitive damages...

Alleged Alaska prison gang member arrested in Georgia

The last of six Alaska men indicted together in late March on federal murder and kidnapping charges - and allegedly connected to a white supremacist prison gang - has been arrested in Georgia.

Don Young's first Republican competitor: Gabrielle LeDoux

Kodiak's two-term state representative Gabrielle LeDoux has become the first Republican to file a primary race challenge to U.S. Representative Don Young. In announcing...

Mushers frustrated over cell phones on Iditarod trail

Mushers are expressing frustration over two controversial rule changes to the Iditarod made during a board meeting today.

Mat-Su Borough Votes for Mayor Tuesday

Seven candidates are vying for the Matanuska-Susitina Borough mayor's seat. The outcome of Tuesday's election could hold long range implications for changes in the...

Ted Stevens denies guilt

Last night Senator Ted Stevens continued his refusal to resign or retire from the U-S Senate, despite calls from members of his...

Alaska Senate majority strips three Mat-Su Republicans of their leadership positions

The three Republicans -- Mike Shower, Shelley Hughes and Lora Reinbold -- broke from their caucus on a vote last year setting the Permanent Fund dividend amount.

AK: YCC introduces Alaska kids to the Aleutians — and careers

What happens when five teenagers pile onto a research vessel and go island hopping through the Aleutians in the name of conservation? Science. Education. And maybe a peek into their futures. Listen now

Reviving an endangered language over social media

In Alaska, the number of fluent Haida speakers has dwindled down into the single digits. It’s been called an endangered language. But in Juneau, one group is trying to change that. Haida Language Learners is using YouTube, Snapchat and Instagram to reach a wider audience.
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Alaska reports 10 more resident COVID deaths

The ten deaths have occured since August.
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‘Noah Loves Kristy’ brings Toksook Bay laughter to TikTok

Noah and Kristy Lincoln reenact scenes from movies and TV shows online, with a twist of Alaska Native humor.
Fresh snow April 8, 2021 on a pair of pickups in East Anchorage

Arctic air hitting Anchorage ‘like a freight train,’ with -25 F wind chill

Unseasonably cold air swept into Alaska’s largest city Thursday, and forecasters expect it to stay through the weekend.

Talk to your Neighbor: Anchorage community members continue to encourage COVID-19 vaccination | Alaska Insight

On this episode of Alaska Insight, hear from your neighbors about why they chose to get vaccinated or not.

Southcentral Alaska gas utility says high demand is straining gas storage system

“This is the most strained I’ve seen the system,” ENSTAR President John Sims said at a press conference Thursday.

Bethel woman takes 4th international powerlifting meet

Last month 25-year-old Alaskan Natalie Hanson placed fourth at an international powerlifting competition in Germany. Download Audio
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Anchorage Mayor Bronson sued by former city manager for wrongful termination

Amy Demboski's sprawling 24-page lawsuit includes numerous allegations against the mayor and high-level city staff.
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Flying to Bethel? You could win $1,000 if you get tested for COVID-19

But the number of passengers getting tested at the airport hasn’t changed.