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Young on both sides of debate as House health bill vote is delayed; Walker: Up to 45K Alaskans could lose coverage with GOP bill; Palmer man faces federal charges in 2016 double homicide; Police on lookout for Fairbanks library shooter; Military officials discuss REAL ID urgency, other issues; Huge fine issued for dangerous incident at Anchorage power plant; Emperor goose hunt will bring temporary jobs to 6 YK Delta villages; Fish and Game says crab counts were low this season, fishermen disagree; Inter-Island Ferry attracts more passengers; Fox Spring could remain under state ownership; Ask a Climatologist: Clear and cold on repeat Listen now

On this next Outdoor Explorer, our guest is Alli Harvey, outdoor columnist for the Anchorage Daily News. Her columns often explore the connection between happiness and outdoor adventure. Alli is also a landscape artist and is about to start her next adventure in her new mobile art studio and gallery, an Airstream trailer that she will take on the road to the places she wants to paint.

Juneau health professionals say they're seeing more mental health issues among kids. And, chicken coop keepers in Bethel wonder what's killing all their chickens. Plus, the Anchorage Assembly will now tax e-cigarettes like other tobacco products.

At crucial moment, Denali Commission faces leadership gap; Denali climb season underway with rescue, successful summit; National park fees to go up, but at a smaller rate than originally proposed; Sitka Tribe to co-manage interpretation at Sitka National Historical Park; Chijuk Creek timber sale could prove contentious at Mat-Su Borough Assembly; Former ferry Taku headed to the scrapyard; Alaska Native leaders imagine divergent "Arctic futures"; Fairbanks Assembly delays Mary Siah Rec Center demolition to conduct more tests on building; Petersburg High School to use alcohol sensor on students for prom Listen now

The Ski Train is a springtime tradition in Alaska, and one of the biggest parts of the experience is the roving polka band, the Alaska Blaskapelle. In this video, we take a look at the whole experience, and get a look at a few of the characters from the band. Click for more.

For those of you who don't know, a Sunchoke, or Jerusalem Artichoke, is a perennial related to the sunflower with a tuberous root that is very edible and quite tasty. I have been hearing about Sunchokes and their cold temperature hardiness for many years now, and they seem like a great perennial vegetable for Alaska, yet I've never seen them planted in the gardens around here. Read more.

Judge rules that independent candidates can run in Alaska Democratic primaries; On Alaska day, lawmakers and staff to meet on oil and gas taxes; "We all walk the same paths": Elder keynote address highlights generational parallels; Alaskan selected for Indian Affairs post at Interior; Walker cabinet member to oversee EPA’s Northwest office; Senator Sullivan hires a new chief of staff; Vigilantes or heroes? Anchorage group takes to streets, reuniting owners with stolen vehicles; "What you heard just didn’t represent the truth": Tony Knowles reflects on Vietnam War; Igiugig hikes to Big Mountain as a part of their local food challenge Listen now

The FDA recently approved two vaccines for emergency use in the United States. They're already being distributed in Alaska, but how can people who...

KSKA: Monday, August 29, 2016, at 2:00 p.m. & 8:00 p.m. The adolescent years can be a challenging period for teens and a scary time for parents. While moodiness, self doubt, and high risk behavior are all a part of this highly important developmental stage, some teens can, and do, develop serious mood disturbances like depression and anxiety. Join host Prentiss Pemberton and his guest, national expert, Dr. Francis Mondimore, from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, as they discuss the signs, symptoms, and treatment of Adolescent Depression. LISTEN NOW

A look at the holiday weekend's stormy weather. Also, how the state minimum-wage law is impacting ski season. And a business owner's efforts to support Alaskan farmers.

Pebble critics call mine concept an investment ploy, not a real plan; Ketchikan police seize meth, heroin, weapons, cash in Tuesday drug bust; F-35A fighter jet coming to Eielson base for testing; Perflourinated compund testing expands across the state; After cleanup at old fuel pipeline facility, agency to monitor leftover contamination; Sitkans pay tribute to a legendary Tlingit athlete; AK: At Wales’ Kingikmiut Festival, dancing to heal; 49 Voices: Andrew Jasper of Bethel Listen now

Corey Flintoff NPR Foreign Correspondent Thursday, May 24, 2012 - Anchorage Museum Auditorium 6:00 - 8:00 pm Meet & Greet + Lecture Tickets $50 7:00 pm Lecture...

A new podcast explores the right to abortion in Alaska. Also, federal grants will fund improvements to wastewater systems in Interior Alaska. And Sitka's youngest actors become gnomes and fairies in a new play.