Responding to accelerating life systems on Planet Earth
Most people agree that we need to aim for more resilient infrastructure and communities to effectively respond to climate change. But what are the first steps toward getting there? Your chance to talk it over with two expert panelists is coming up on the next "Talk of Alaska:" an ecologist who has documented what is actually happening with endangered species, and an experimenter who locked himself in a closed environment for two years. LISTEN HERE
Alaska News Nightly: Friday, October 16, 2020
A judge rules the Governor's vetoes of court system funding over abortion rulings were unconstitutional. And, Native youth are concerned that climate change is nearly absent from the AFN convention agenda. Plus, more bears show up in Haines this year looking for food.
Algo Nuevo: December 14, 2014
Here’s the Sunday, December 14, 2014 edition of Algo Nuevo con Dave Luera — Something New with Dave Luera. If you have questions, comments...
Alaska News Nightly: September 11, 2013
Ethics Infractions Cost Former State Legislator $18,000; Obama Asks Congress To Delay Vote On Syria; New Agreement Bolsters Alaska’s LNG Commercialization Efforts; State To Review Old Statutes Delaying Renewable Energy Projects; Weidner Program For Property Management And Real Estate Launches At UAA; UAA Names Keith Hackett New Athletic Director; Denali Loses A Few Feet, Remains North America’s Tallest Peak; Epic Horse Pack Trip Ends In Denali; Proposed Initiative Target Union Dues; Southeast Leaders Consider Region’s Maritime Industry; Reward Offered For Stolen Artwork
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Alaska News Nightly: December 16, 2013
State May Get 8 Cargo Planes; China Bans Purchase Of Northwest Shellfish; Gas Spills From Broken Pipe On Kake Waterfront; Australian Company Mothballs Chickaloon Coal Mine Plan; Thousands Of New Fish Specimens Double Museum’s Collection; What Would You Do With 9 Tons Of Salmon You Can’t Sell?; Fairbanks Discuss Solutions For Support Services Void; Palmer Farmers’ Market Starts Up
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The Gentle Giants
The Carriage Wheel Ranch in Chugiak, Alaska is home to the Gentle Giants, six black Percheron draft horses.
The associated Horse-Drawn Carriage Company, owned by Jon Nauman, has been offering carriage, sleigh and wagon rides to Alaskans for nearly 40 years.
Meet Jen Stansel, from Arizona
"New Arrivals" is Alaska Public Media's profiles of people who recently moved to Anchorage. Every Tuesday, we meet a New Arrival from another country, another state, or another part of Alaska. This week we meet Jen Stansel, from Arizona.
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LISTEN: Future sustainability of the permanent fund
Lawmakers are still grappling with how to settle on a budget plan for Alaska's future and permanent fund earnings are at the center of the debate. What's the best way forward to ensure the sustainability of the fund and a dividend, while also providing vital state services?
Alaska News Nightly: April 9, 2008
State lawmakers took a step forward today to make Alaska a more desirable filming site for Hollywood. Plus, Sitka police have a new way...
Palin Emails Released; Housing Discrimination; and Reapportionment
Friday, June 10 and Saturday, June 11
Former-Governor Palin's emails are being released; what's happening on Palin's bus tour; housing discrimination for Alaska Natives; revitalizing an endangered language; special session cost the state nearly $1 million; authorities preparing to clear out homeless camps; reapportionment board nearly complete; program to improve rural children's diet with traditional foods; and more rescues of mountaineers.
LISTEN: This Anchorage resident sought out conversion therapy. Now he’s speaking out against it.
This week on Line One, an Anchorage resident joins us to discuss growing up gay in the 70s and 80s, seeking out conversion therapy, and what happened when he decided to “be straight.”
Alaska News Nightly: Wednesday, January 19, 2022
Alaska reaches a new COVID milestone. As the state Supreme Court upholds ranked choice voting, the governor wants other election reforms. And the state's Department of Fish and Game has announced the largest-ever harvest guideline for Sitka sac roe herring.
Alaska News Nightly: April 5, 2012
Coast Guard Sinks Ghost Ship. ACLU Calls for Independent Investigation of Anchorage Election. Congressman Young Holds Rural Energy Hearing. Bill Would Allow Asbestos Gravel in Rural Communities. Forecasters Predict Manageable Spring Break Up. Redistricting Board Approves New Plan. Forks Roadhouse Burns Down. Scientists Mentor High School Students in Sitka.
Dr. Deena Bishop, ASD superintendent, takes your questions
Anchorage School District Superintendent Dr. Deena Bishop joins us to take listener questions. She will share the district's strategies for coping with the current long list of challenges. She'll also speak to what it means to educate children for a world that is changing fast. And we'll learn a bit about what drives her to do this work.
Thanks for listening!
Alaska News Nightly: Wednesday, July 1, 2020
Alaska's top doctor says bars have been linked to several coronavirus outbreaks. And, the Sealaska Heritage Institute hopes to further the discussion on Indigenous copyright. Plus, what not to do if you come across an entangled whale.
Algo Nuevo: June 1, 2008
Here's the music playlist from the June 1, 2008 edition of Algo Nuevo -- Something New.If you have questions, comments or music requests for...
Alaska News Nightly: Friday, June 5, 2020
The state prepares for out of state travelers arriving with proof that they're COVID free. And, some fear a planned protest in Palmer could turn violent. Plus: child care advocates in Alaska push for funding and reform.
Alaska News Nightly: May 26, 2008
The Veterans Administration (VA) chief visits Alaska and shares his thoughts on mental health services for former soldiers. Meanwhile, teachers sign a new labor...
Alaska News Nightly: May 5, 2014
Oil Producers Get Break On Alaska Property Taxes; Alaska GOP Aims To Block Party Coups; Alaska Villages Find Success With Wind-Diesel Energy Combination; ‘Second Shake’ Rattles Noatak, Northwest Brooks Range; Warm, Dry Weather Prompts Southeast Alaska Fire Warning; Breakup Underway Along Yukon River; State Hurrying To Update Rural Infrastructure Before Federal Dollars Diminish; Burst Water Pipe Likely Cause For Skagway Ferry Dock Sinking; Alaska Airlines Center Adds New Dining Option; Juneau Considers Solutions To Housing Shortage
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49 Voices: Kathy Burek of Anchorage
This week we're hearing from Kathy Burek. Burek is a veterinary pathologist, and a self-employed contractor for many state agencies. Listen now