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A nurse draws vaccine from a vial with a syringe

Alaska News Nightly: Thursday, March 25, 2021

Alaska lawmakers look for a way to get cruise ships and their passengers to the state. And, a mother-daughter duo in the Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta help their community reach almost total vaccination. Plus, Alaska health officials try to dispel COVID vaccine myths.

Anchorage schools to allow flexibility in distancing policy following new CDC guidelines

District officials say the current mitigation strategies are working as intended.
Two people hold signs that say "hate is a virus" and "stop Asian hate" on a street corner

Alaska News Nightly: Wednesday, March 24, 2021

Alaska joins a lawsuit against the Biden administration over its suspension of new federal oil and gas leases. And, Alaska's Asian community grapples with the increase in violence against Asian people nationwide. Plus, the state of Alaska makes the case to allow development in the Tongass.

Alaska News Nightly: Tuesday, March 23, 2021

Some Alaska lawmakers say their regions are suffering without a disaster declaration for the pandemic. And, new reporting examines the tragic journey of legendry heli skiing guide Dean Cummings. Plus, Anchorage officials face barriers to deploying a smartphone app for contact tracing.
students sit in a gym

Federal dollars could be ‘game changer’ for Alaska families

Child welfare advocates are hopeful an expanded child tax credit and other components of the bill could directly improve Alaska children's well-being.

Alaska News Nightly: Monday, March 22, 2021

Alaska health officials combat rising vaccine hesitancy in more conservative parts of the state. And, Sitka researchers conduct their first necropsy in five years. Plus, the latest federal stimulus bill could mean extra funds for Alaska families.

Alaska educators breathe sigh of relief as hundreds of millions of federal dollars roll in

The money is enough to support schools through the next few years but doesn’t address the state’s long term education funding problems
a person with a mask on

Alaska News Nightly: Friday, March 19, 2021

American and Chinese diplomats quietly meet in Anchorage. And, the first in-person family event at a Dillingham school is the annual spelling bee. Plus, Anchorage closes in on a record for its streak of days below freezing.
man sits in front of roaring woodstove

Alaska News Nightly: Thursday, March 18, 2021

How many federal COVID relief dollars will Alaska get and where will they go? And, wood stoves in Fairbanks meant to be healthier might not be much cleaner after all. Plus, a new magazine in Alaska will feature creative responses to the pandemic.
students playing at a playground

Anchorage School Board seeks public comment on new race and equity policies

School board members say the policies will guide the superintendent’s work to address unequal student outcomes.
A baby swaddled in a blanket

Alaska News Nightly: Wednesday, March 17, 2021

Alaska health officials say more babies in the state are being born too early. And, getting the covid-19 vaccine to one of the most remote regions in Alaska. Plus, this year's altered Iditarod trail means a hit to Nome businesses.

Alaska News Nightly: Tuesday, March 16, 2021

The state's revenue forecast for this year and the next is rosier than it was last fall. And, students in Dillingham take part in an annual Iditarod reading tradition. Plus, pregnant Alaskans consider whether to get the COVID-19 vaccine.
An Iditarod musher poses with two dogs wearing yellow flowers.

Alaska News Nightly: Monday, March 15, 2021

Dallas Seavey is back on top of the Iditarod. And, the Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium's new leader talks about her new role. Plus, a plan to privatize rural DMVs draws legislative pushback.
Two men in winter clothes stand in deep snow

Alaska News Nightly: Friday, March 12, 2021

Alaska's Senate president gets a COVID-19 wake-up call after his top aide is hospitalized. And, a river rescue at an Iditarod checkpoint. Plus, Anchorage's homeless population is getting vaccinated.
A display board with a yellow background listing steps for proper handwashing in bright colors

With no COVID-19 spread in schools, Anchorage prepares for older students’ return to classrooms

Tens of thousands of students will be returning to in-person learning next week, but ASD says it’s ready.
A musher on the back of a sled wearing a red-white-and blue hat.

Alaska News Nightly: Thursday, March 11, 2021

Iditarod officials attempt contact tracing after a musher tests positive for COVID-19. And, Juneau tourism businesses are cautiously optimistic about the upcoming season. Plus, Anchorage School District officials look forward to welcoming back middle and high school students.
A woman in a wood-panelled building

Alaska News Nightly: Wednesday, March 10, 2021

Alaska lawmakers ban a state senator from the Capitol for not complying with COVID-19 safety rules. And, biologists are warning about invasive Zebra mussels showing up in Alaska. Plus, a kitten lost on the Matanuska ferry is found in Juneau and returned to its family in Haines.
A musher points to the crowd.

Alaska News Nightly: Tuesday, March 9, 2021

Musher Aliy Zirkle suffers an injury and is helicoptered off the Iditarod trail, ending her race. And, a single father of four in Fairbanks shares his experience parenting during a pandemic. Plus, the Southeast town of Port Alexander hopes a new program will keep its school open, and keep its town alive.

Anchorage school officials say students’ meals will continue, with changes, amid shift to in-person learning

Breakfast and lunch aren't listed on student's schedules because they will be grab and go. Most students will be offered a free breakfast, snack, and lunch.
An Iditarod musher gives the hang-ten sin.

Alaska News Nightly: Monday, March 8, 2021

Alaska health officials say hundreds of COVID vaccine appointment slots are waiting to be filled. And, with no ceremonial start, the Iditarod kicks off a lot quieter than usual. Plus, two friends from Anchorage win a screenwriting award at Sundance.