Daily Archives: August 20, 2008

RUNNING: Audio from Wed, Aug 20

Thanks to everyone that tuned in for our Alaska Primary edition of RUNNING on Wednesday night. For those that missed the broadcast or would...

RUNNING: Audio from Wed, Aug 20

Thanks to everyone that tuned in for our Alaska Primary edition of RUNNING on Wednesday night. For those that missed the broadcast or would...

JAL to continue direct flights to Alaska

Japan Airlines (JAL) is maintaining its commitment to Alaska despite tough times for air carriers and a recession in Japan. The airline recently announced...

Jeff King's fate in the hands of a judge

The decision about whether 4-time Iditarod champ Jeff King illegally killed a moose in Denali National Park now rests with a judge. The...

Ocean Rangers getting better access to cruise ships

The state's environmental monitors are getting better access to the inside workings of cruise ships. State of Alaska's Cruise Ship Program Ocean Ranger Access Survey Report...

Mark Begich vs. Ray Metcalfe

National news media and local pollsters are already talking about a general election match-up between Ted Stevens and Anchorage mayor Mark Begich in Alaska's...

Coast Guard suspends search for Brian and Brandon Andrews

The U.S. Coast Guard has suspended its search for deputy Revenue commissioner Brian Andrews and his 24-year-old son Brandon, both of Juneau. The men...

PFD to come early this year

Governor Sarah Palin announced today the first round of Permanent Fund Dividend (PFD) checks will be deposited September 12. The checks will include an...

Ted Stevens moves to set up legal defense fund

Senator Stevens' Washington office announced today he's setting up a legal defense fund. Stevens' attorneys are in the process of seeking approval from the...

Alaska News Nightly: August 20, 2008

Senator Stevens lost his bid today to move his corruption trial from Washington, DC to Alaska. Plus, Alaskans can expect their larger-than-ever PFD...

Primary to decide District 23 representation

In Anchorage's House District 23, the August 26th Democratic primary race will determine which of two candidates will go to Juneau in January. ...

Community Forum: Back to School

Today is the first day of school at the Anchorage School District. For some, its busier than usual...like schools' superintendent Carol Comeau. Join...