Federal judge temporarily halts sale of Seattle National Archives building
A federal judge temporarily stopped the sale of a National Archives building in Seattle, Washington.
House discusses what rules should define a conflict of interest
A House of Representatives committee today opened consideration of one of several bills that would allow members to abstain from voting on issues where...
Triathletes, boxers and skiers: How different sports help these Iditarod mushers compete
This year’s mushers include a former all-conference football player, an Ironman triathlete and a member of a national championship ski team.
AK: Fishing, Cooking And A Yup’ik Upbringing Made Alaska’s Health Commissioner
When Valerie Davidson agreed to accept the job of Alaska's health commissioner, it was with one important condition. She made sure Gov. Walker was okay with her working out of Bethel each summer. Davidson was born in Bethel and owns a house in the community, right on the Kuskokwim River.
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Renegade Alaska House member makes his case: ‘This partisan thing has been killing us’
After the fall election, Alaska House Republicans thought they had 21 votes -- barely enough to form a majority in the 40-member chamber. But Kenai Rep. Gary Knopp abandoned the group and has been pushing for a coalition balanced between Democrats and Republicans.
Top US and China diplomats to meet in Anchorage
It's the first bilateral meetings between the two superpowers, and Sen. Dan Sullivan said the venue was a nod to Alaska's strategic location between Asia and the United States.
Wages are going up and so is inflation. Consumer prices have hit a 13-year high.
Consumer prices rose 5.4% in the 12 months ending in July, matching the highest rate of inflation in nearly 13 years. The cost of rent, food and gasoline continues to climb.
Economist urges lawmakers to address deficit uncertainty
What the Legislature does in response to the state government’s $4 billion deficit could have big effects on Alaska’s economy, according to a leading economist. Download Audio
Alaska Senate Passes Voter Intent Bill
Casey Kelly, KTOO – Juneau
Monday morning, the Alaska Senate unanimously passed legislation ensuring a voter intent priority for the counting of write-in...
Anchorage police roll out body cameras, with about a quarter of officers outfitted so far
Anchorage voters approved a $1.6 million tax levy more than two years ago to buy and equip city police officers with body cameras.
Judge Sides With Democratic, Republican Parties About Write-In List Issue
Ellen Lockyer, KSKA – Anchorage
Wednesday, an Anchorage judge sided with both the Alaska Democratic Party and the Republican Party of Alaska against the...
AK: Wave Energy
The northern Southeast city of Yakutat is gearing up for a wave-energy experiment. If it’s a success, the community of about 650 residents could lower its high, diesel-fueled power costs. The system could also be a model for some other isolated Alaska cities.
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Army sends 90 Stryker vehicles from Fort Wainwright to Ukraine
A few Stryker combat vehicles remain at Fort Wainwright, for training soldiers in facing weapons of mass destruction.
Is there something for everyone in a new vision for Tongass roads?
A citizen advisory committee has released a set of new recommendations that could shape the future of the Tongass National Forest.
Alaska House committee lowers proposed PFD amount to $1,100
The Alaska Permanent Fund dividend would be $1,100 under an amendment a committee passed on Tuesday.
Don Young wins Republican primary, as Sean Parnell concedes
It's official. Congressman Don Young has won the Republican primary for Alaska’s lone US House seat. His opponent, Lieutenant Governor Sean Parnell conceded today. ...
Dunleavy calls for state budget, while senators discuss separate PFD bill
Gov. Mike Dunleavy sent a message to state workers Wednesday afternoon, saying layoff notices would go out if the Legislature hasn’t passed a budget by June 14.
House member named as next speaker lacks votes he needs to be elected
The representative identified Wednesday as the next speaker of the Alaska House currently lacks the 21 votes needed to be elected to the job, according to an interview with one of his colleagues. Listen now
Senate committee debates international 'Law of the Sea' treaty
The U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee gave critics a chance to air their concerns about the Law of the Sea Treaty today. In testimony...
Anchorage mayor doubles down on opposition to public health measures, prepares for ‘more combative’ Assembly
In an interview with Alaska Public Media two months into his first term, Mayor Dave Bronson says he doesn’t believe a mask mandate will help prevent the spread of COVID-19. He also took a confrontational tone with the Assembly, which recently voted down his nominee for library director.