Location:
Anchorage, AK
Genres:
Lectures
Networks:
Alaska PR
Description:
Life Informed.
Twitter:
@kska
Language:
English
Contact:
Alaska Public Telecommunications, Inc 3877 University Dr Anchorage AK 99508-4676 907-550-8400
Email:
kspack@kska.org
Episodes
Kuskokwim River breakup floods roads, impacts drinking water for some communities
5/9/2024
As of Thursday, river observers said there had not been any reported flooding impacts to structures like homes or businesses.
Duration:00:04:40
Alaskans suing state over food assistance delays ask judge to order faster application processing
5/9/2024
The director of the state’s Division of Public Assistance says that over the past few months, the situation has improved considerably.
Duration:00:03:18
Backlash to ‘cheese grater’ fence in Anchorage triggers changes to DOT outreach
5/9/2024
The state transportation department says the fence isn’t going away, but the minor drama will lead to more outreach on similar projects going forward.
Duration:00:02:50
State decides against cleanup at site of fatal fuel plane crash near Fairbanks
5/9/2024
State officials say they plan to monitor the site, where nearly all of the 4,700 gallons of liquid fuel aboard the Douglas C-54 burned in the crash.
Duration:00:02:57
As Anchorage wildfire season creeps in, Hillside residents prepare for the worst
5/9/2024
Experts say it's not a matter of if but when a large blaze impacts the South Anchorage neighborhood.
Duration:00:03:24
Alaska Legislature heads into session’s homestretch with energy-related bills still on the table
5/8/2024
That’s as gas producers warn that Cook Inlet natural gas supplies are dwindling, threatening higher prices.
Duration:00:03:31
Alaska scientists use satellite to detect open water on otherwise frozen rivers
5/8/2024
Alaskans depend on river ice to get around, and having reliable information about open water hazards could make travel safer.
Duration:00:03:02
Some Cook Inlet oil platforms have sat unused for years. This reporter decided to find out why.
5/7/2024
There are six offshore platforms in Cook Inlet that haven't pumped oil in years, including one that has sat unused since 1992.
Duration:00:06:02
The governor has a big decision to make about the Eklutna River and hydro project. Here’s what to know.
5/7/2024
The governor has an Oct. 2 deadline to review the plan, comments, any alternatives, and try to smooth out any disagreements.
Duration:00:56:50
A utility room under Mertarvik’s public school is full of raw sewage
5/6/2024
Excrement has been backing up into the building for months, but the tribal council that owns it had no idea how bad things were until recently.
Duration:00:04:55
GCI mobile customers in Bethel demand answers after weeks of call issues
5/6/2024
The telecom firm says the problem is now fixed. But business owners say they've been hurt by spotty service for incoming calls in April.
Duration:00:04:41
Pulitzer-winning Alaska journalist discusses covering sexual violence during Wrangell visit
5/6/2024
Kyle Hopkins, who won the Pulitzer Prize for the series "Lawless," says Alaska's criminal justice failures let people get away with sexual assault.
Duration:00:04:25
State economist says Kenai Peninsula job market recovering faster than Alaska
5/3/2024
Economist Sam Tappen said the Kenai Peninsula has fared better than the rest of the state in rebounding from the post-pandemic recession.
Duration:00:03:35
Ravenstail weaving comes to life at historic Juneau event
5/3/2024
The event showcased the largest collection of new Ravenstail weaving in decades.
Duration:00:03:28
For one Utqiaġvik family, spring bowhead whaling marks an important milestone
5/2/2024
The Aaluk Crew landed Utqiaġvik's first bowhead whale of the spring season last week. It was also 17-year-old striker Donald "Button" Adams' first catch.
Duration:00:05:05
U.S. Forest Service seeks public input in revising its long-term plan for the Tongass
5/2/2024
The federal agency will spend the rest of this year gathering public input and then take the next couple of years to finalize a new plan.
Duration:00:03:58
Alaska’s first resettlement conference highlights state’s recent spike in refugees
4/30/2024
Alaska used to average about 150 refugees a year. Just last year, that number spiked to about 485.
Duration:00:02:54
Soldotna Girl Scouts’ ‘bucket trees’ help keep campfires from becoming wildfires
4/30/2024
The trees, which hold water buckets for campers to extinguish their fires, were inspired by the devastating 2014 Funny River Fire.
Duration:00:03:13
Bronson, LaFrance challenge each other’s record during Anchorage Chamber mayoral debate
4/29/2024
With two weeks until ballots are due, the candidates are looking to win over more voters after a close race in the general election.
Duration:00:02:45
Hey Anchorage, who’s your pick for mayor? Why?
4/29/2024
We spent a day talking to locals all over Anchorage, from Eagle River to Girdwood, about what matters to them.
Duration:00:04:39