Alaska News Nightly

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

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.
a plane crash site

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.
students

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.
A woman in a blue shirt and black cardigan gestures to floor plans on a table.

Alaska News Nightly: Thursday, April 18, 2024

Senators blast decisions from the Biden administration. Plus, lawmakers contemplate how to correct a provision ruled unconstitutional.
a legislative hearing

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 Governor Mike Dunleavy speaks to a microphone.

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.
A woman in red short throws a basketball.

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.
A basketball hoop full of snow

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.
A Tlingit dance group performs in front of an entryway.

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.
a man at podium

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.
cruise ships

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.
A man in a reflective vest picks uses a trash picker around tarps, tents and needles.

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.
A high school student holds a megaphone while protesting in front of the Alaska Capitol.

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.
A gray concrete building labeled Eklutna Power Plant along a snowy road

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.
A gravel road next to a mountainside

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.
Dungeness crabs

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.
a man speaks from an office desk

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.
The school in Newtok.

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.
Juneau residents celebrate Holi festival.

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.
man speaking in legislative chamber

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.