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Rep. Eastman stands by controversial abortion statements, attacks media; Strong earthquake shakes near Adak, registering magnitude 6.4; New constitutional amendment would permanently set PFD to $1,250; Sitka man with Juneau ties charged with murder; Fairbanks sees third unsolved killing since April; Only 3 gallons spilled from Hilcorp platform in April, and it wasn't crude; Week of the Arctic: 'Very important' event showcases concerns, interests in region; Alaska students rally, walk out of class to support schools; Decades of trawl surveys help Bering Sea climate change research; Runaway melt: Alaska permafrost is thawing even in winter; After years of vacancy, Nome has an Animal Control Officer; Artist gives visual voice to domestic violence Listen now

Claims Settlement Act created a divide within families. And sponsors of a ballot initiative say tribal recognition in the state is long overdue.

Aliy Zirkle didn't grow up thinking she would become a famous musher. But she always loved the outdoors. And when she was studying biology at the University of Pennsylvania, she walked into a lab one day saw this sign on the door: "Why are you studying biology in downtown Philadelphia when you could be in Alaska?" A few years later, she was mushing her first team of dogs in the Interior community of Bettles. On the next Outdoor Explorer, Join host Annie Feidt for an interview with this remarkable musher. KSKA: Thursday, Feb. 26, at 2:00 and 9:00 p.m. Listen Now:

In spite of economic downturns some museums have labored financially to finish renovations. Traveling exhibitions have been reduced but seem to be staying up longer. Disappointments when visiting a museum can be turned into new discoveries and fond memories. Read more.

Hip implants numbers are growing -- but one type, metal on metal implants, is causing problems. On Monday’s show, Dr. Thad Woodard and guests will address what you need to know about this procedure, especially if you've had this surgery. KSKA: Monday, 3/6 at 2:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. Listen now:

Here’s the Sunday, November 4th, 2018 edition of Algo Nuevo con Dave Luera — Something New with Dave Luera. If you have questions, comments or music requests for host Dave, send email to algonuevo@alaskapublic.org or post your comment at the bottom of this post.

Dion Wynne was working full-time and preparing to open a therapeutic foster home. Then he fell ill and was hospitalized for over a month. Join him as he tries to save his home -- and his dreams.

Walker among governors prodding Congress on health care; Three dead in early morning Anchorage fire; Legislature faces another struggle over long-term budget plan; Ninilchik student in custody after making gun threat; Fairbanks tanker truck spills 2,500 gallons of fuel on Richardson Highway; Murkowski sends letter questioning oil companies about drop in Alaska hire; Racers approach conclusion of Iron Dog 2018; AK: Sitka students flex their performance muscles at state DDF tournament; 49 Voices: Erynn Bell of Anchorage Listen now

Join host Dr. Jillian Woodruff on this Line One, as she and her guest discuss the science of skin, and how to care for it.

While most of us are storing our skis for the summer, the Denali climbing season is just beginning. Climbing rangers are putting in Kahiltna Base Camp and the first climbers are on the mountain soon to be followed by 1000s of others. Join us for the next Outdoor Explorer as we talk with two veterans of Denali, climber Colby Coombs and Denali Ranger Melis Coady. Thanks for listening!

The plant will focus on automation, renewable energy and on 100% protein capture — being so efficient that not a scrap of fish is wasted.

From isolated internment camps in Southeast Alaska to Congress and the White House, this is the incredible, untold story of Aleut Americans' decades-long struggle for human and civil rights. In 194, as World War II invaded Alaska, Aleut Americans were taken from their homes and removed to abysmal government camps 1,500 miles away. As the Aleuts prayed for deliverance, "friendly forces" looted their homes and churches in the Aleutian and Pribilof islands. Those who survied would fight for their rights - in the nation's courts and on Capitol Hill. KAKM: KAKM: Friday, 3/15 at 9:00pm

FEMA will provide disaster assistance to Haines, to recover from the deadly landslides in December. And, a large solar array will power a lodge at Denali National Park, after a delicate installation. Plus, remembering Katie Hurley, who helped draft Alaska's constitution.