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Anuska Wysoki from Koliganek told EPA its withdrawal of proposed Clean Water Act restrictions “is a threat to me and my people and our very existence as a people of this land.” (Photo by KDLG)

Pebble opponents hammer EPA for changed course at Dillingham meeting

The Environmental Protection Agency is backing away from the use of preemptive Clean Water Act restrictions against large-scale mining in the Bristol Bay watershed. That comes as part of a settlement with the Pebble Limited Partnership, and the company now says it is preparing to file for permits. Listen now

Transportation Security Officer Renier Cava preps passengers' carry-on belongings for X-ray screening at Juneau International Airport on Wednesday, Oct. 11, 2017. (Photo by Lorie Dankers/TSA)

Airport screening change for electronics rolling out in Southeast Alaska

The TSA, specifically addressing Southeast travelers, says to arrive 90 minutes early for flights. Listen now

A 3-D rendering of Hilcorp’s proposed Liberty project as represented in the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management’s draft environmental impact statement. (Image: BOEM)

Industry, environmental groups speak out as Hilcorp paves the way for drilling in federal Arctic waters

The oil and gas company Hilcorp wants to build a gravel island in shallow waters in the Beaufort Sea, east of Prudhoe Bay. Listen now

Traveling Music 10-15-17

Traveling MusicShonti Elder10-15-17Fund Drive Upcoming Concert: Whiskey Jacks CD Release Party, Saturday Oct. 28,6-8 Pm, Organic Oasis, Anchorage…

U.S. Sen. Dan Sullivan, a Republican, speaks with business leaders in a meeting at the Juneau Chamber of Commerce on Monday. His wife Julie is on the right. (Photo by Andrew Kitchenman/KTOO)

Sen. Sullivan says he’s hopeful about tax changes, but cautions Trump on tweets

The U.S. senator is hopeful about the Trump administration’s infrastructure, permitting and energy policies. But he said Trump doesn’t always help himself. Listen now

Ambassador of Norway to the United States, Kare Aas, and Glo Wollen pose for a photo after she was award the Medal of St. Olav, Sept. 28. (Photo by Angela Denning/KFSK)

Petersburg resident receives medal from King of Norway

A Petersburg resident has been recognized by the King of Norway for her dedication to promoting relations between Norway and the U.S. The Ambassador of Norway to the United States was in Petersburg last week to hand out the Medal of St. Olav. Listen now

Algo Nuevo October 8, 2017

Here’s the Sunday, October 8th, 2017 edition of Algo Nuevo con Dave Luera — Something New with Dave Luera. If you have questions, comments or music requests for host Dave, send email to algonuevo@alaskapublic.org or post your comment at the bottom of this post.

Methamphetamine, heroin and cash seized in a Tuesday night drug bust are seen on display at the Ketchikan Police Department. (KRBD photo by Leila Kheiry)

Ketchikan police seize meth, heroin, weapons, cash in Tuesday drug bust

Three people were arrested in a drug bust in Ketchikan Tuesday night. During the bust, Ketchikan police seized a pound of meth, 2.75 ounces of heroin, a handgun and a semiautomatic assault rifle loaded with armor-piercing bullets. Listen now

Night Music: October 7, 2017

Here is the Night Music Playlist with Kirk Waldhaus. All tracks played are listed below in the following format:TitleArtist / Composer (if known or if…

Alaska News Nightly: Friday, Oct. 6, 2017

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

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