Alaska News Nightly

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.

Hosted by:
Casey Grove

Listen to Alaska News Nightly on KSKA FM 91.1 in Anchorage, AK.
Monday through Friday at 6:00 p.m.

Alaska News Nightly: Friday, December 13, 2024

Anchorage officials brainstorm solutions to the looming natural gas shortage. Plus, Ketchikan residents speak against school funding cuts.
Man speaking into microphones in wood-paneled room

Alaska News Nightly: Thursday, December 12, 2024

Gov. Dunleavy releases his draft budget. Plus, researchers study how to integrate electric vehicles in rural Alaska.
a group of people

Alaska News Nightly: Wednesday, December 11, 2024

The Seafood Task Force addresses commercial fishing permits. Plus, Tribal members harvest an aggressive Sea Lion in Petersburg.

Alaska News Nightly: Tuesday, December 10, 2024

Stories are posted on the statewide news page. Send news tips, questions, and comments to news@alaskapublic.org. Follow Alaska Public Media on Facebook and on Twitter @AKPublicNews. And subscribe to the Alaska News Nightly podcast. Tuesday on Alaska News Nightly: Gov. Dunleavy...
United States Coast Guard Cutter Healy docked at Kodiak's Pier 2

Alaska News Nightly: Monday, December 9, 2024

Researchers discover an underwater volcano north of Alaska. Plus, a long-awaited report is out on a mining route in Interior Alaska.

Alaska News Nightly: Friday, December 6, 2024

Stories are posted on the statewide news page. Send news tips, questions, and comments to news@alaskapublic.org. Follow Alaska Public Media on Facebook and on Twitter @AKPublicNews. And subscribe to the Alaska News Nightly podcast. Friday on Alaska News Nightly: Utilities are...
A truck drives through a slush puddle.

Alaska News Nightly: Thursday, December 5, 2024

The Alaska Supreme Court's next Chief Justice talks about the court's first female majority. Plus, Republicans organize a minority caucus.

Alaska News Nightly: Wednesday, December 4, 2024

Stories are posted on the statewide news page. Send news tips, questions, and comments to news@alaskapublic.org. Follow Alaska Public Media on Facebook and on Twitter @AKPublicNews. And subscribe to the Alaska News Nightly podcast. Wednesday on Alaska News Nightly: The recount...
People walk on a construction area in fornt of some suburban houses and a snow covered mountain.

Alaska News Nightly: Tuesday, December 3, 2024

A new report shows what Alaskans can expect to change about the environment. Plus, the state-backed housing lender hopes to boost new housing.
a woman in a blue coat

Alaska News Nightly: Monday, December 2, 2024

Sen. Murkowski has a crucial position in the current Congressional makeup. Plus, a lawmaker argues against Trump's nominee to lead the DHHS.
A girl speaks at the podium during an Anchorage School Board meeting.

Alaska News Nightly: Friday, November 29, 2024

Stories are posted on the statewide news page. Send news tips, questions, and comments to news@alaskapublic.org. Follow Alaska Public Media on Facebook and on Twitter @AKPublicNews. And subscribe to the Alaska News Nightly podcast. Friday on Alaska News Nightly: Alaska turns...
A man standing next to a tall pallet of Amazon packages.

Alaska News Nightly: Wednesday, November 27, 2024

New research challenges a lawsuit that almost shut down a king salmon fishery in Southeast. Plus, a look inside an Anchorage Amazon facility.
man points to light pole

Alaska News Nightly: Tuesday, November 26, 2024

Gov. Dunleavy confirms he will not leave his office for a job in the Trump administration. Plus, the new majority announces committee chairs.

Alaska News Nightly: Monday, November 25, 2024

State officials prepare to recount ballots. Plus, experts say more Alaskans are combining opioids with stimulants.

Alaska News Nightly: Friday, November 22, 2024

Alaska's U.S. senators differed on confirming judges recently. And scientists look at how a beached whale in Anchorage lived and died.
A girl with glasses and a pink sweater.

Alaska News Nightly: Thursday, November 21, 2024

Alaska's State House will be majority female for the first time. Plus an 8th grader in Anchorage wins big at the first national civics bee.
people counting ballots

Alaska News Nightly: Wednesday, November 20, 2024

Sitka residents share how an extended internet outage impacted their businesses. Plus, a Fairbanks TV station signs off for the final time.
A dog team charges down the chute as crowds watch

Alaska News Nightly: Tuesday, November 19, 2024

Anchorage police release a review of officer-involved shootings. Plus, Yukon Quest mushers could win prizes, just for signing up.

Alaska News Nightly: Monday, November 18, 2024

New results show the repeal of ranked choice voting is now failing. Plus, the Anchorage Assembly could establish civilian police oversight.
a police officer talks with a couple outside

Alaska News Nightly: Friday, November 15, 2024

Majorities announce their priorities for the upcoming session. Plus, A new APD team works with unhoused residents this winter.
people with fiber on a vessel

Alaska News Nightly: Thursday, November 14, 2024

Troopers plead not guilty to felony charges in Kenai. Plus, GCI subsea internet cables reach the Western Alaska coast.
Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy speaks to a microphone.

Alaska News Nightly: Wednesday, November 13, 2024

Legislators speculate that Gov. Dunleavy may get a cabinet position. Plus, Sitka's Coast Guard Commanader speaks about a helicopter crash.
a clinic

Alaska News Nightly: Tuesday, November 12, 2024

A man is jailed after allegedly shooting a clinic in Homer. Plus, a summit aims to quantify the value of Southeast Alaska's ecosystem.
corroded beams under a dock

Alaska News Nightly: Monday, November 11, 2024

Stories are posted on the statewide news page. Send news tips, questions, and comments to news@alaskapublic.org. Follow Alaska Public Media on Facebook and on Twitter @AKPublicNews. And subscribe to the Alaska News Nightly podcast. Monday on Alaska News Nightly: Haines officials...
a mine

Alaska News Nightly: Friday, November 8, 2024

Stories are posted on the statewide news page. Send news tips, questions, and comments to news@alaskapublic.org. Follow Alaska Public Media on Facebook and on Twitter @AKPublicNews. And subscribe to the Alaska News Nightly podcast. Friday on Alaska News Nightly: Voters from...