Airline employee who stole and crashed Horizon Air plane had Wasilla roots
The airline worker authorities say stole a commercial plane Friday at Sea-Tac International Airport before crashing on a Puget Sound island is a former Alaskan and 2008 graduate of Wasilla High School. Listen now
Donlin Mine nabs two major permits at Army Corps signing
The Army Corps of Engineers and Bureau of Land Management gave the proposed Donlin mine two permits along with their joint record of decision during a signing ceremony on Monday. Listen now
What’s going on with Alaska’s 17 wildfires?
Though there are blazes across the state, their location and size make for a relatively low threat. Listen now
The mysterious case of Alaska’s strange sockeye salmon returns this year
From exceptionally strong to exceptionally weak runs, sockeye salmon leave scientists scratching their heads this year in Alaska. Listen now
Galvin runs as Alaskan everywoman, vying for US House
Education advocate Alyse Galvin is running for Congress as a mom and "someone who is like all people." That's part of her campaign message: "I'm in touch. I've been there." Listen now
Alaska crime up 6 percent, officials say
Across Alaska, crime is up. That's according to data released today by the Department of Public Safety comparing 2017 to 2016. In its Uniform Crime Report, the department said that statewide, crime rose by 6 percent last year. Listen now
Democrat hopes to unseat Young with ‘Medicare for all’ campaign
Dimitri Shein was born in the Soviet Union and immigrated to Anchorage when he was 12. He says the experience helps him appreciate what makes America exceptional. "And now I see all these values under attack." Listen now
Cyber-security firm says Alaska was targeted by Chinese cyber spies
Report details state, private companies that were targeted. Listen now
Cash from Congress will boost Alaska-based system that protects planes from volcanic ash
A $12 million budget boost from Congress will help modernize the instruments that protect transcontinental jet planes from threats posed by volcanic ash. Listen now
Walker administration doubles down as cyber-security experts warn of China’s threat to Alaska
Governor's office says there's no conclusive proof China is spying on Alaska. Listen now
Protesting lack of new contracts, Anchorage teachers’ union hosts walk-ins
Today was the first day of school in Anchorage, and for the second year in a row, teachers are starting the year without a new contract. Listen now
New study says global models sharply underestimate permafrost emissions
Some scientists said the study, published in the journal Nature Communications, underscores the limitations and uncertainties of climate modeling – and how policymakers might need to take more aggressive steps if they want to keep global temperatures under control. Listen now
New symposium brings military’s attention to the Arctic
Three-day conference brings together experts to assess new military approaches to the Arctic in coming years. Listen now
By substantial margin, Mike Dunleavy claims victory in Republican primary for governor
Dunleavy built his reputation as a staunch conservative. But he said he has something to offer independents and Democrats. Listen now
Galvin wins US House primary; now takes on Rep. Young
Independent candidate Alyse Galvin soundly defeated Dimitri Shein in the Democratic primary for the U.S. House seat held by Congressman Don Young. Listen now
Turnout is third-lowest in Alaska state primary history
Of registered voters, 18.2 percent cast ballots, with five precincts and some absentee ballots left to count. Listen now
Voters may have ousted two of Alaska’s top legislators, as House remains up for grabs
Tuesday’s primary election didn’t answer one of the biggest questions about the future of the Alaska Legislature: whether the state House will stay under the control of a mostly-Democratic coalition next year. But it did yield several surprises, including three stunning upsets that could send two of the state’s most powerful legislators packing.
Alaskans press Murkowski on Kavanaugh
Sen. Murkowski met Thursday with Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh. They smiled for the cameras, but she's keeping her cards close to her vest. Those who don't want Kavanaugh confirmed are pinning their hopes on Murkowski to vote no. Listen now
ACLU of Alaska and Dunleavy for Alaska file lawsuit challenging state road advertising ban
The lawsuit follows the state Department of Transportation recently removing political signs. Listen now
Fairbanks North Star Borough offices closed due to alleged threats
Fairbanks North Star Borough’s administrative center remains shut down due to what officials describe as threatening communications. Listen now