VPSOs Prepare For Possibility Of Being Armed
The effort to allow VPSOs to carry guns cleared a major hurdle this week when the Alaska House unanimously passed the bill that does just that. The decision is in the hands of legislators in Juneau now, and while the bill passed the 38-0, the issue on the ground is more nuanced.
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Alaska Supreme Court upholds district pairing Skagway and Haines with Juneau’s Mendenhall Valley
Skagway filed suit last year, challenging the redistricting board’s legislative map pairing it with the Mendenhall Valley by arguing that it was more socio-economically aligned with downtown Juneau.
Two Rescued After Guided Dog Mushing Trip Goes Awry
Two women were rescued after a guided dog mushing trip went awry Sunday night in the White Mountains Recreation Area, north of Fairbanks. Megan Peters is the spokesperson for the Alaska State Troopers. While details remain sketchy, Peters says both women were part of a four-member group that included three dog teams and a snow machine.
Alaska Democrats lash out at US House candidate Al Gross — the same candidate they endorsed in 2020
They're calling him a "proven loser" after Gross suggested he might caucus with GOP.
Scientists use deer pellet DNA to study populations in Southeast Alaska
Deer populations around Petersburg’s Mitkof Island have been low in recent years. Hunters are only allowed to shoot one buck in a two-week open season in October. Keeping track of the population is difficult in a mountainous terrain covered in forest. Now, the Alaska Department of Fish and Game is using DNA studies to help fill in the gaps.
Suspect’s college girlfriend and lead trooper investigator testify in Sophie Sergie murder trial
The former girlfriend and chief investigator of the 1993 murder of Sophie Sergie took witness stand in a Fairbanks courtroom on Tuesday to testify in a case that was cold for nearly three decades.
Alaska News Nightly: Wednesday, July 15, 2015
Short $1B, Icebreaker Advocates Consider Leasing, Sharing; State Raises Concerns Over Costs As Anchorage Hospitals Vie For More ER Beds; Barge Arrives To Courier Alaska's Marine Debris To the Lower 48; Ocean Acidification: A Grim Reaper For Wild Shellfish Stocks?; Walker OKs Further Work On The Juneau Access Project; UAF To Acquire HAARP Science Program
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Scientists Says Ketchikan Facing ‘Massive’ PSP Event
Some of the highest concentrations of paralytic shellfish toxins ever recorded have been found in recent scientific samples collected around Ketchikan. The findings come as state health officials investigate a recent spike in probable paralytic shellfish poisoning cases in Metlakatla.
Sen. Sullivan Moves D.C. Office to Hart Building
Sen. Dan Sullivan is out of the basement. His staff announced today that they’ve moved to their new office location in the nation’s capital, on the 7th floor of the Hart Building.
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Missing Snowmachiner’s Body Found
Jed Alexie's body was found yesterday. The Nunapitchuk 20-year old went missing early Wednesday morning in poor weather on a snowmachine trip to Tooksook Bay.
Deadly fungus threatens Alaska amphibians
It’s not always lethal, but the fungus has decimated frog populations around the world and is thought to be responsible for up to 90 extinctions. Researchers aren’t sure how it got to Alaska, but it has been observed here since the year 2000.
Anchorage School District proposes scaling back gifted program to address budget shortfall
The District plans to make up the shortfall through reductions and program redesigns.
Southeast Alaska crabbing seasons start Wednesday
Two crab fisheries in Southeast Alaska started up Wednesday, February 17. Fishing for Tanner crab and golden king crab opened at noon.
Alaskan sentenced in Jan. 6 riot at Capitol tells judge he needs a gun for moose defense
Aaron Mileur was sentenced to two years of probation. He'd like to modify one of the terms.
Boulder the size of a van dislodged over Seward highway
Alaska road crews have dislodged a massive boulder that was poised to come crashing down on a highway busy with summer travelers. Download Audio
Memorial Service Held for Coast Guard Crew
Ed Ronco, KCAW – Sitka
A memorial service will take place in Sitka tomorrow for three members of a Coast Guard helicopter crew who died...
Sweet clover proving dangerous to Alaska's natural habitat
A seemingly innocent plant bearing delicate white flowers is posing a threat to native plants, fish and wildlife. And it's likely blooming on a...
Anchorage small businesses see a strong holiday season, despite winter storm challenges
An industry advocate sees encouraging signs from holiday shopping, but says local businesses are still recovering from November’s snow storm closures.
Roadless Rule Will Likely Prevent Hydro-Electric Development in Tongass
Deanna Garrison, KRBD – Ketchikan
Congressman Don Young says this month’s ruling by a federal judge reinstating the roadless rule in the Tongass...
School Board’s Final Budget Softens Proposed Reductions
Before giving final approval to next year's budget, the Anchorage School Board last night dug deeper into the district's fund balance reserves and...