Eighteen months after backing Westlake and Fansler, Democrats look toward future
Anchorage Rep. Ivy Spohnholz said the Democratic party will more closely scrutinize candidates’ past conduct in the future. Listen now
New EPA head for Alaska talks Pebble, budget cuts and climate change
Hladick said his boss -- EPA administrator Scott Pruitt -- recently called him up seeking some local knowledge, on a hot topic for many Alaskans: the proposed Pebble Mine. Listen now
Ouch! 5 ways Trump’s budget could pinch Alaska
President Trump's 2019 budget would cut a lot of line-items that benefit Alaska. Ultimately, it's up to Congress, but here are some of the ways the White House plan could sting. Listen now
Training accident ends Anchorage snowboarder Mancari’s Olympics
The Anchorage snowboarder revealed she ruptured both Achilles tendons. Mancari was set to compete in the women's snowboardcross event on Friday. Listen now
Seavey attorney: Report shows musher didn’t drug dogs
An attorney for four-time Iditarod champion Dallas Seavey released a toxicology report Wednesday that he says proves the musher did not drug his dogs in last year's race. Listen now
Senate Republicans reject Walker’s Senate pick, Kowalke
Soldotna Republican Sen. Peter Micciche said the rejection was based on Walker not following the traditional process. Listen now
Walker chooses Sutton resident for Senate after Republicans reject top pick
Braund’s posts on Facebook contain potentially controversial material.
Murkowski, Sullivan split as immigration reform mires in Senate
The future of immigration reform was in doubt Thursday, after two proposals failed to win 60 votes in the U.S. Senate. Alaska's U.S. senators split their votes, on both measures. Listen now
Senate appointee drops out after controversial Facebook comments scrutinized
A new possibility to fill the seat emerged. The Republican Party advanced retired Palmer small business owner Vicki Wallner to replace Braund as one of three nominees. Listen now
AK: Rising populations, threat of disease prompt renewed interest in bat research
Bats are a pretty low priority for most Alaskan biologists, but that could be changing due to a recent uptick in the creature’s population. Add to that a disease that’s been killing millions of bats in the lower 48, and Alaska might be taking note with the rest of the nation very soon. Listen now
Bill would exempt utility companies from pesticide pollution
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service biologists discovered “concerning levels” of the pesticide Penta in soils around power poles running through the Kenai National Wildlife Refuge. Listen now
Last day for Y-K Delta residents to apply for Fansler’s seat
Today is the filing deadline for potential candidates who hope to replace Zach Fansler as House District 38's State Representative. Fansler resigned after being accused of domestic violence related to alcohol. Listen now
Cheering from Alaska: Women’s relay 5th at the Olympics
The U.S women’s cross-country ski team didn’t win their first medal but they finished 5th, their best relay result ever at the Olympics. Listen now
More than $6 billion gap in state pension funding draws concern
Some state senators are expressing concern about the projected shortfall in funding Alaska’s public employee pensions. But those who manage the pension funds say the shortfall will likely remain manageable. Listen now
District 38 Democrats select 3 candidates for Fansler seat
Alaska House District 38 Democrats selected three potential nominees Sunday night to replace state Rep. Zach Fansler, who resigned earlier this month following assault allegations. Listen now
Protesters call for gun control at event featuring Murkowski, Young
The event was intended to be a victory lap for Murkowski and Young, who were at the Anchorage Petroleum Club speaking about successfully opening the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge for oil development.
Walker appoints USAF veteran to Dunleavy Senate vacancy
Governor Bill Walker has appointed retired Air Force Lieutenant Colonel Mike Shower to fill the vacancy in Senate District E. Shower lives in Wasilla, and currently works as a pilot for FedEx. Listen now
Young, Murkowski hold fast on gun rights
Alaska's members of Congress remain unapologetic supporters of gun rights. They have top ratings from the National Rifle Association. But Sen. Murkowski and Rep. Don Young say the mass shootings reveal something is wrong in America. Listen now
Anchorage skier Kikkan Randall wins Olympic gold
The Olympic gold ends a 46-year drought for the American women, who had never won a medal before at the winter games. Listen now
State leaders push to take next steps on ANWR drilling
Murkowski isn’t done with ANWR. After speaking at an event in Anchorage this week, the Senator told reporters there are a lot of details that need to be filled in. Listen now