Alaska News Nightly: Friday, Sept. 27, 2019
Gov. Mike Dunleavy says he’ll talk more about a third special session on the PFD after a vacant senate seat is filled. Also: The Association of Village Council Presidents comes out against the proposed Donlin gold mine.
Alaska News Nightly: Thursday, Sept. 26, 2019
Uncertainty for union workers in Hilcorp's buyout of BP in Alaska. And a Delta Junction councilman denies posting racist comments to Twitter.
State of Art: September 27th, 2019
This week on State of Art we're hearing from Anchorage band Tanana Rafters. They recently recorded some tracks for a new video series from Alaska Public Media called Polar Playlists. We check out those tracks and find out more about the band.
LISTEN: A reporter charted the harm caused by abusive priests in Alaska, a survivor lived through it
The legacy of sexual abuse perpetrated by Jesuit priests against Alaskans in rural villages has haunted families and communities for decades. An investigative series tracked some of the worst offenders from Alaska to a retirement compound outside of the state.
Alaska News Nightly: Wednesday, Sept. 25, 2019
Senator Murkowski says a transcript released today raises questions about President Trump's intentions. Also: A look at Ben Stevens, the governor's chief of staff, who was caught up in a public corruption scandal a decade ago.
Alaska News Nightly: Tuesday, Sept. 24, 2019
As the U.S. House launches an impeachment inquiry, reaction from Congressman Don Young. Plus: A watchdog group questions a federal grant to the state of Alaska over the roadless rule.
Shaping Alaska’s Energy Future: How Alaskans Can Meet Their Energy Needs and Tackle Climate Challenge
This episode of Addressing Alaskans features Dr. Katharine Hayhoe. She's a climate scientist and professor at Texas Tech University. Her talk focuses on what we can do to fight climate change while keeping up with our energy needs.
Revisiting wildlife hazards in context
The terror of being attacked by a bear is a nightmare for many outdoors people, and a lot of time is spent worrying and planning for it. We’ll put wildlife hazards in context. What should you know to be safe, how can you improve your chances, and why aren’t you thinking about all the other things that could get you, and that are a lot more common.
Alaska News Nightly: Monday, Sept. 23, 2019
Alaska's congressional delegation on the latest test of Republicans' support for the president. Also: An investigation of PFAS water contamination expands from drinking water to fish.
Alaska News Nightly: Friday, Sept. 20, 2019
Federal authorities describe an undocumented drug problem across rural Alaska. Also: Still no deal on law enforcement for a popular ferry stop in Canada.
Community health and affordable energy | Alaska Insight
The high cost of energy and internet in rural Alaska means many residents spend as much as 50% of their income on power and broadband. These utilities are essential for engaging in modern commerce, education, telemedicine and for economic development initiatives.
Local: How horses assist in human physical therapy
I learned about this local community group on a long Saturday walk with friends, just for exercise. I was walking next to Jule...
State of Art: September 20th, 2019
This week on State of Art we're talking about the superhero comedy "Hearts Like Fists," from Cyrano's Theater Company. We hear from director Frank Delaney and cast member Kaichen McCrae. We talk superheros, cast chemistry, and stage fighting.
Alaska language specialists talk about the effects of multilingualism on the developing brain
What are the benefits of multilingualism to the developing brain? Are there long term benefits to speaking more than 1 language fluently?
Alaska News Nightly: Thursday, Sept. 19, 2019
State Senate Republicans reject the governor's appointee. Also: A brief spike in oil prices from attacks on a Saudi producer won't help the state's budget.
How Alaskans are working to address and prevent suicide
Affordable energy and access to high-speed broadband is essential for engaging in modern commerce, education, telemedicine and for economic development initiatives. How is the rural energy infrastructure need being addressed?
Traveling Music 9-29-19
Traveling
Music
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9-29-18 (was 9-16-18)
Kluonie
Frey (for Shonti Elder)
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Neko Case...
Alaska News Nightly: Wednesday, Sept. 18, 2019
A judge describes a crisis in Alaska's criminal justice system. Also: Kodiak Island villages worry about ferry reductions and increased isolation.
Alaska News Nightly: Tuesday, Sept. 17, 2019
Kenai Peninsula teachers call off their strike. Also: The difficult work of helping families recover after wildfire loss.
Alaska News Nightly: Monday, Sept. 16, 2019
State budget cuts mean coastal communities are preparing for months-long gaps in ferry service. Also: Scientists investigate another year of mysterious seabird die-offs.