Alaska News Nightly: Friday, May 5, 2023
Oil company executives testify against legislation that increases their taxes. Plus, a look at the economic toll of a snow crab population crash that coincided with a marine heat wave.
Ballot Measure One
Ballot measure one is a hotly contested initiative that has divided Alaskans over what may sound like a simple request-stand for salmon. But it's a complex question that's pitting environmental groups against mining and oil companies. So what does a yes or no vote mean? Both sides claim that if they lose, the results could be disastrous, but what's really at stake? Listen now
Alaska News Nightly: March 4, 2008
The former chief of staff to Governor Frank Murkowski pleads guilty to fraud while in office. Plus, Homeland Defense Secretary Michael Chertoff says...
Alaskan Entrepreneurs & the Global Market
This event brought together a number of Alaskan entrepreneurs to share ideas and their enthusiasm for trying new things. Each of the panelists for this panel discussion has tried their hand at a number of different projects and has great advice and insight for us all.
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Line One: Immunizations and the HPV Vaccine
Host Dr. Thad Woodard interviews members of the Alaska Department of Health and Social Services. Alaska Immunization Program Manager, Laurel Wood and Education and...
Addressing Alaskans: Killer Asteroids
Ever wonder what is fact versus fiction when watching the infamous Star Wars trilogy? February through April Alaskans poured into Anchorage Museum to learn...
Night Music: July 27th, 2019
Here is the Night Music Playlist for July 27th with Kirk Waldhaus. All tracks played are listed below in the following format:
AWAC Presents: Victor D. Comras
SPEAKER: Victor D. Comras, leading expert on international sanctions and the global effort to combat terrorism
TOPIC: "Flawed Diplomacy: The United Nations & the War...
Palin Decides Against Presidential Run, Municipal Election Results and Mayor Dan Sullivan’s Proposed Budget
Stories up for discussion this week are: Palin not running for president; Municipal elections results outside Anchorage; Anchorage Mayor Dan Sullivan's proposed budget for 2012; Alaska's oil and has tax report to legislature, soaring prison costs, State settles suit over rural schools, Alaska Native Corporation EyakTek corruption scheme, and John Katz steps down as head of the Governor's office in Washington.
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Alaska News Nightly: June 4, 2014
King Cove Road Advocates Sue Federal Officials; Exxon Mobil Developing Point Thomson Into Natural Gas Field; Pavlof Eruption Grounds Some PenAir, Grant Flights; Earthquake Shakes Southeast Alaska; BLM Completes Land Transfer For Alaska Village; Bergdahl’s Hometown Unprepared For Public Backlash; Wolf Population Declining In Denali National Park; Over 4,250 Show For Anchorage’s Bike To Work Day; Anchorage Assembly Considers Labor Law Options; Canadian Man Embarks On 6,700 Mile Horseback Trip; Ketchikan Assembly Cuts Library Funding
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Anchorage Edition: March 26, 2010
Each week, KAKM gathers commentators for a review of the week’s news, politics and public affairs in Anchorage and Alaska. Topics for this week...
Line One: All things poop
Have you ever wondered if your bowel movements are normal? Is it too soft? Too hard? A weird color? Is it painful? We'll discuss bowel movements, irritable bowel syndrome, inflammatory bowel disease and colon cancer.
Alaska News Nightly: Monday, April 29, 2024
A pension bill passed weeks ago, but is stuck in limbo in the House. Plus, the climbing community mourns a pioneer of LGBTQ+ mountaineering.
Night Music: April 25, 2015
Here is the Night Music Playlist with Kirk Waldhaus. All tracks played are listed below in the following format:
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State of Art: Anchorage Community Theater sings its way through “Ordinary Days”
This week on State of Art we're hearing from "Ordinary Days" director Warren Weinstein. He's been involved with ACT since the early 90s, but this will be his directorial debut for the company. He tells us about his deep ties to ACT, why a sung-through musical is nothing to be afraid of and what's on his mind as he gets ready to debut.
Alaska News Nightly: November 8, 2012
Freezing Rain, Snow Quell Dillinham-Area Blaze; Former Whaling Commission Director Sentencing Continues; Acoustic Sensors Give Scientists A New Perspective In The Arctic; Stevens Joins New Senate Majority; Republican Majority Ousts Stedman From Leadership; Democratic Groups Urge Congress To Protect Entitlement Programs; Scientists Study Earthquake Intricacies; Copper Basin Is On After Organizers Overturn Cancellation; US Mint To Unveil Quarter Honoring Denali Park
Night Music: March 19, 2011
Here’s the music playlist from the March 19, 2011 edition of Night Music with Kirk Waldhaus. All ...
The Legislature’s budget work
Alaska legislators have a big task to wrangle a budget that stops deficit spending without grinding the state's economy to a halt. We've heard Governor Walker's plans. Next, Alaska Senate President Pete Kelly and House Speaker Bryce Edgmon join us to discuss their fiscal goals. Listen Now
Algo Nuevo: October 20, 2013
Here’s the Sunday, October 20, 2013 edition of Algo Nuevo con Dave Luera — Something New with Dave Luera. If you have questions, comments...
LISTEN: As Alaska grapples with high rates of sexual assault, what can we learn from Nome?
High rates of sexual assault and violence against women have plagued Alaska for decades. The collective damage affects entire communities. Survivor advocates and journalists have helped uncover how widespread the problems are. In Nome, some advocates are working to raise awareness and push for change.