Coal loading equipment in Seward is set to be demolished, likely a permanent end to Alaska coal exports
The Seward coal loading dock has sat idle since 2016 after demand for Alaska coal exports collapsed, one sign of the global energy transition.
Alaska’s US senators want to thwart Biden’s anti-oil policies. Here’s what they’re trying.
Order by executive order, President Biden is frustrating Alaska's U.S. senators. But what can they do?
Anchorage School Board approves contracts with district’s teachers, support personnel
The new contract for teachers includes salary increases and more opportunities for teachers to move across the pay scale.
Derelict Vessel Adrift in Southeast Waters
The Coast Guard is monitoring a derelict vessel in U.S. waters off Alaska's coast that washed out to sea during the tsunami that struck...
Avalanches drive up electricity costs in Juneau
Several massive avalanches have knocked out nearly all hydroelectric power to Juneau -- sending power rates skyrocketing for at least the next three months.
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Repsol announces significant oil find on North Slope — nearly 6,700 barrels per day
The Spanish oil company Repsol has confirmed that two of their North Slope test wells could produce up to 2.4 million barrels of oil per year. The prospect is near the Colville Delta, north of Nuiqsut.
Abbott pleads not guilty to Sitka murders
Jason Abbott has pleaded not guilty to murder. The eighteen-year-old was arraigned in Sitka Superior court this morning by telephone from Juneau’s Lemon Creek...
Planned Parenthood Working to Overturn Parental Notice Law
Ellen Lockyer, KSKA – Anchorage
Planned Parenthood of the Great Northwest is suing the state in an effort to overturn the parental notice law,...
‘None of us wants to do this’: UAA leaders recommend eliminating degree programs to shrink budget gap
UAA is proposing to cut degree programs to save money and shrink budget gaps.
Groups Want Moratorium Lifted on Healthcare Program
Service providers and advocacy groups agree with Senator Mark Begich (D-AK) that the moratorium should be lifted. At a regular meeting today in Anchorage...
Alaska’s divided Legislature fails to override governor’s line-item budget vetoes
While there won’t be a formal way to override the vetoes after Friday, there may be another path to restoring funding for some line items.
In Juneau, Filipino culture stays connected through radio
Juneau DJ Genny Del Rosario connects her listeners to Filipino culture over the radio. She reads public service announcements, Filipino recipes, newsletters, even birthdays. In the summer, she fills the gaps with stories from cruise visitors. Usually, other Filipinos who work on the ships.
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Late-season fire burning near Sutton
A late-season fire near near Sutton is keeping fire crews on their toes. The Moose Creek Fire was reported early Saturday morning, and as of Sunday afternoon is charted at around 300 acres. Listen Now
Warm-water fish increasingly spotted in Alaska waters
Scientists and fishermen have reported more unusual species in Alaska waters, likely because of warming sea surface temperatures. Meanwhile, an Alaska research organization has created an online clearinghouse of all the news and research related to the anomaly called The Blob.
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Senate Finance Permanent Fund bills could lower dividends, stabilize budget
The outlines of changes to the Permanent Fund became clearer today. Senate Finance Committee introduced a bill that would pay for much of the state government’s budget using the Fund’s earnings. It also would reduce residents’ Permanent Fund dividends, but make them more stable for the future. Download Audio
Fairbanks Pioneer Home reports 28-person COVID-19 cluster
That number includes 9 residents and 19 staff members.
Yukon Quest organizations break up
The relationship between the Alaska and Canadian organizations which have run the Yukon Quest International Sled Dog Race since 1984 has fallen apart.
Settlement Will Provide Better Yup’ik Voting Assistance in Bethel
The City of Bethel has settled a lawsuit with Yup’ik voters. The agreement will increase oversight of translation services during municipal elections. The State...
Alaska Legislature passes budget with $1,300 PFD and boost to school funding
The House and Senate came to an agreement late in the day Thursday, the first day of the special session.
State Supreme Court affirms Dunleavy decision that drained fund for Alaska college scholarships
The scholarship programs remain funded through at least June 30, and the budget making its way through the Legislature has money to fund the programs in the next fiscal year.