Alaska News Nightly
Alaska News Nightly is an award-winning statewide news magazine 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
Contact us:
news@alaskapublic.org
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, April 26, 2024
Lawmakers are skeptical of a social media ban for children. Plus, Native boarding school survivors share stories of their trauma.
Alaska News Nightly: Thursday, April 25, 2024
The number of Alaskans dying from opioid overdose is accelerating. Plus, a graphite mine draws environmental concerns from Nome residents.
Alaska News Nightly: Wednesday, April 24, 2024
Opponents of a mine sound off about Congresswoman Peltola's flip. Plus, lawmakers ask for time to correct a correspondence school provision.
Alaska News Nightly: Tuesday, April 23, 2024
The military focuses on training its forces in Alaska. Plus, two people are presumed dead after a cargo plane crashed near Fairbanks.
Alaska News Nightly: Monday, April 22, 2024
Nick Begich and other candidates for congress have differing strategies. Plus, lawmakers consider changing requirements for hunting licenses.
Alaska News Nightly: Friday, April 19, 2024
Sen. Sullivan rips the Biden administration on a pair of decisions. Plus, fisheries managers consider the impacts of chum salmon bycatch.
Alaska News Nightly: Thursday, April 18, 2024
Senators blast decisions from the Biden administration. Plus, lawmakers contemplate how to correct a provision ruled unconstitutional.
Alaska News Nightly: Wednesday, April 17, 2024
Gov. Dunleavy's preferred dividend is larger than what's in the budget. Plus, food that Alaskans harvest are contaminated by mircoplastics.
Alaska News Nightly: Tuesday, April 16, 2024
The Army Corps of Engineers upholds its decision halting Pebble Mine. Plus, Gov. Dunleavy defends a program deemed unconstitutional.
Alaska News Nightly: Monday, April 15, 2024
A ruling that Alaska's correspondence allotment is unconstitutional. Plus, fewer Alaska children are tested for lead exposure.
Alaska News Nightly: Friday, April 12, 2024
The House rejects a constitutional amendment on the Permanent Fund Dividend. Plus, a former Alaska VPSO was arrested in Texas.
Alaska News Nightly: Thursday, April 11, 2024
An operating budget passed by the house draws criticism. Plus, Alaskans and Canadians along continue working to revive dwindling salmon runs.
Alaska News Nightly: Wednesday, April 10, 2024
Senators are split on the impeachment of the Homeland Security Secretary. Plus, transportation officials examine how to connect two highways.
Alaska News Nightly: Tuesday, April 9, 2024
A new poll shows Alaskans favor education reform. Plus, efforts continue to retrieve the remains of Indigenous Alaskans.
Alaska News Nightly: Monday, April 8, 2024
Coming off a record cruise ship season, Juneau considers changes. Plus, Indigenous midwives are working to improve the birthing experience.
Alaska News Nightly: Friday, April 5, 2024
Some say the solution to Cook Inlet's gas shortage is renewable energy. Plus, education advocates continue to push for a funding increase.
Alaska News Nightly: Thursday, April 4, 2024
The federal government is set to cut funding for tsunami hazard mitigation in Alaska. Plus, high school students walk out of class in protest.
Alaska News Nightly: Wednesday, April 3, 2024
Alaska lawmakers hear about the partial approval of a transportation plan. Plus, Wrangell residents can get reimbursed for subsistence foods.
Alaska News Nightly: Tuesday, April 2, 2024
Lawmakers nix funding for lawsuits against the federal government. Plus, the Mat-Su school district's book removals lands in court.
Alaska News Nightly: Monday, April 1, 2024
A Fairbanks school board member apologizes for comments she made on the vote to override the education bill veto. Also, after much debate, the Ketchikan City Council votes to extend its homeless shelter's lease. And a new program keeps tabs on marine toxins in Kodiak.
Alaska News Nightly: Friday, March 29, 2024
Congresswoman Mary Peltola frequently votes against her party. Plus, the federal government says the state owes school districts millions.
Alaska News Nightly: Thursday, March 28, 2024
Lawmakers debate the size of this year's PFD. Plus, an overdue audit of Anchorage’s bookkeeping might keep the city from millions of dollars.
Alaska News Nightly: Wednesday, March 27, 2024
The Newtok school is without power again. Plus, officials respond to clean up mine waste spilled near Juneau.
Alaska News Nightly: Tuesday, March 26, 2024
Lawmakers restart an effort to support Alaska children and families. Plus, a proposed no-kill zone for wolves is rejected.
Alaska News Nightly: Monday, March 25, 2024
The State Senate passes a bill to increase internet speeds at rural schools. Plus, a cyberattack leaves one healthcare provider struggling.