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What happens when a ship runs aground or sinks in Alaska and the owner abandons it? The state is potentially on the hook for what can be a huge expense. Derelict vessels are a big problem in Alaska. State, federal and environmental organizations work together to try to get these hazards out of our waterways but it's difficult and dangerous.

For the next two months, about 3,800 seniors will see their monthly checks from the state’s senior benefits program cut to $8 a month. That’s down from as much as $125 in February. Download Audio

On this week's Alaska Edition, Zachariah Hughes sits down with reporters to take a look at crime rates around Alaska and discusses certain trends that may be indicative of deeper issues.

Mat -Su Assembly sets mil rate, approves spending plan for next fiscal year.

Despite a $3 million appropriation from the Mat-Su Borough, the Borough's school district is millions in the red. Download Audio

Myron Naneng Resigns As AVCP President/CEO; jurors hear audio, Trooper investigator testimony in Kangas murder trial; representative, lobbyist argue whether ending tax credits is a money grab; Alaskan storyteller charged with sexual abuse of a minor; Bank threatens to sue the state for $28M over LIO move; Veterans Affairs administrator meets with Alaska vets; one couple, two tales of immigration; Alaska Board of Fisheries looks to restructure how proposals are vetted; Hydaburg to enhance POW wolf study Download Audio

In a Tuesday letter, lawyers for the bank holding debt for renovations threaten to sue the state over breach of contract. Download Audio

A worker with a hand-wrench sparked the fire that shut down the trans-Alaska pipeline for nine hours in April. The fire forced the evacuation of more than 50 people at a remote pump station near Coldfoot. Download Audio

Measures for introduction and testimony at body's regular meeting are set to deal with workers compensation claims, pay for police and fire-fighters, and money for the Center for Performing Arts.

Byron Nicholai began posting fun, silly music videos on Facebook when he was 14 years old. Now, the Toksook Bay musician is 18, and his drumming and singing is celebrated for sharing traditional Yup’ik culture.