AK: Archaeologists shed light on Tlingit culture near Petersburg, before Europeans
The small island town of Petersburg in Southeast, Alaska is known for its Norwegian heritage. But archaeologists are finding more evidence that Mitkof Island is just like others in the region. Tlingit people had settlements around Petersburg for thousands of years before Europeans planted their roots. Listen now
Rep. Young apologizes for his ‘offending words’ on House floor
Judged against his past statements, what Young said about a freshman Democrat was nothing spectacular. But then Young did something unusual: He made nice. Listen now
Walker ‘doubtful’ he will ask legislature for more funding for gas line
The governor said he's not likely to ask the legislature for more money for the project once current funding dries up. Listen now
Alaskan says he’ll build consensus in Interior post
Former DNR commissioner Joe Balash has been nominated for assistant Interior secretary, overseeing the BLM and other offices. Balash says his perspective on resource extraction formed early, and was shaped by his love of salmon. Listen now
Alaska hatches plan for vast road network across the Arctic
Alaska's capital budget this year includes $7.3 million to plan the construction of an Arctic road system. Listen now
As Trump slashes health care outreach 90 percent, Walker asks Congress to shore up system
Experts say support for reinsurance from bipartisan group of governors draws from Alaska’s experience. Listen now
Senators aim for ACA fixes, Murkowski-style
This was the kind of health care hearing Sen. Murkowski has been calling for: Public and bipartisan. But time is short, even to fix flaws in the Affordable Care Act, let alone replace it. Listen now
One man’s quest to find Glacier Bay’s ecological Holy Grail
William S. Cooper left directions from over 100 years ago. But rediscovering the lost research plots in Glacier Bay required an epic adventure. Listen now
Alaska attorney general joins others arguing that redistricting can be too partisan
Alaska Attorney General Jahna Lindemuth joined a legal brief in a U.S. Supreme Court case Tuesday, arguing that redistricting shouldn’t favor one political party. Listen now
Trump’s decision to end DACA prompts Anchorage protest
About a hundred protesters gathered in downtown Anchorage in opposition to the president's decision to end the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program (DACA). Listen now
As the state’s gasline corporation hopes for investment interest, lawmakers look for answers
For the last two months the state’s gasline corporation has asked potential customers and investors in the state-led project to formally show interest in the massive pipeline project, without being bound by a contract.
Hunters troll PETA in selfie campaign, but did it backfire?
All across the country, the slogan "shoot selfies, not animals" was co-opted by people putting up social media posts featuring trophy photos of game taken in the field. But PETA is still counting it a success.
Gov. Walker says fourth special will be in October, focus on revenue
Walker did not say what revenue options he’ll put on agenda for the session. There is a $2.36 billion gap between what the state spends and what it raises in taxes, fees and oil royalties.
AK: Petersburg family leads charge to save historic cabin in Tongass National Forest
90 privately-owned cabins were grandfathered into the Tongass National Forest in Southeast Alaska when areas of it were designated as wilderness. But once the cabins are passed down one generation, they are slated to be removed or destroyed. Listen now
Tillerson proposes scrapping Arctic and climate envoys
The proposal comes just months after Tillerson visited Alaska and spoke about the importance of the Arctic. Some worry it’s a sign the Trump administration will be less engaged in the region.
Alaska soldiers to deploy for Afghanistan within week
Over the course of the coming month the Army is sending approximately 1,200 members of the 4th Brigade Combat Team 25th Infantry Division from Anchorage's Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson.
Militia Leader Appeal Draws Split Ruling
A federal appeals court has thrown out one of the convictions of former Fairbanks militia leader Schaeffer Cox. A Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals decision filed Tuesday vacates Cox’s conviction of solicitation to murder federal officials.
Investigators drop query into Zinke calls to Alaska senators
The IG's office issued a letter saying Alaska's U.S. senators declined to discuss the matter with investigators and further investigation would be pointless.
St. Paul Ramps Up Reindeer Program to Improve Food Security
For the last century, reindeer have roamed St. Paul Island without much oversight. But now, the tribal government is stepping up its management style to boost subsistence options and the local economy.
The Afterlife of Unalaska’s Bald Eagles
When bald eagles die in Unalaska, it’s the beginning of a long journey. Literally. Many of them travel thousands of miles and find second lives in the Lower 48, after a stop in a well-stuffed freezer.