Alaska News Nightly
Alaska News Nightly is an award-winning statewide news program featuring stories of interest to all Alaskans from all over Alaska and other northern communities. From Alaska’s unique politics to issues affecting its Indigenous people, resources, environment and more, Alaska News Nightly has covered the most important issues in the state for more than four decades.
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Alaska Native shareholders question their corporation's migrant detention contracts. Also, state lawmakers pass a bill designating March as women's history month in Alaska. -
Sen. Sullivan's criticism of a federal judge shines a spotlight on the judicial selection process. Plus, the CDC cancels funds meant to help defend Alaska against pandemics. -
Alaska enters the spotlight during a DOGE hearing on NPR and PBS. Plus, lawmakers struggle to craft a balanced budget as time ticks away. -
Alaska seafood processors warn that President Trump's trade policies could hurt the industry. Plus, scientists work to understand how rapidly-melting glaciers impact the environment around them. -
The state House passes a resolution recognizing Alaska's ties with Canada. Plus, school districts grapple with funding limbo after the president orders the Department of Education abolished. -
Cuts to the NWS pose significant impacts to Alaskans. Plus, an MMIP report is removed from federal websites. -
Sen. Dan Sullivan defends the firing of federal workers. Plus, researchers monitor Mount Spurr, which is expected to erupt within weeks or months. -
Legislators reject a proposal to create a Department of Agriculture. Plus, Fairbanks residents gathered to share concerns with Sen. Dan Sullivan, though indirectly. -
U.S. Sen. Murkowski tells Alaska lawmakers that President Trump is going too far. Also, State senators consider investing in long overdue school maintenance. -
Unlike most Republicans in Congress, Sen. Lisa Murkowski remains defiant of President Trump. Also, a business in the Aleutians worries about backlash from U.S. foreign policy on Alaska's tourist season.
