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The Wild Dark: Losing the Night Sky

Craig Childs new book, The Wild Dark, explores the impact of light pollution on our ability to see the Milky Way, with artificial light increasi…

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Alaska Lawmakers Face Oil Revenue Surprise

Alaska lawmakers face a budget dilemma as a surprise oil revenue forecast boosts expectations by up to $500 million. The Senate has approved usi…

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Pi Day Boosts Pie Shop in Anchorage

A Pie Stop in Anchorage, Alaska, transforms Pi Day into a major event, with sales surging fivefold. Owner Steve Satterlee, a pie-making enthusia…

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Gwich’in Musher's Cultural Iditarod Journey

Jessie Potts-Joseph, a Gwich’in woman, is making history as the first woman of her descent to run the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race. Her team, ad…

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Alaska Senate Unanimously Passes Budget, Closes Gap

Alaska Senate Unanimously Passes Budget, Closes Gap

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Alaska: Permanent Daylight Time Debate

An Anchorage resident proposes making Alaska Daylight Time permanent, arguing it would provide more usable daylight year-round, enhance safety d…

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Alaska's Public Workers: Reviving Retirement for Stability

Alaskas Public Workforce Struggles: House Bill 78 Aims to Revive Defined Benefit Retirement System

Alaskas public workforce, including tea…

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Alaska's Mega-Projects: Costly, Controversial

Despite support from the Anchorage Daily News, the Ambler road and natural gas pipeline in Alaska face criticism due to their exorbitant costs. …

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Alaska's Prison Crisis: Tough Laws vs. Budget

Alaskas corrections system faces strain due to tougher penalties and increased arrests, leading to overcrowded prisons and rising costs. Staffin…

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Iditarod Mushers Rest at Ruby Checkpoint

Iditarod mushers reach Ruby checkpoint, enjoy camaraderie and northern lights before pushing on.

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