Amid historic low King Salmon numbers Alaska Fish & Game issues emergency closures

Union expects at least 1,378 Alaska federal employees in probationary status to be fired

A federal workers union expects a total of at least 1,378 federal employees in Alaska with probationary status to be fired by the Trump administration. David Owens, a national representative with the American Federation of Government Employees, said the …

Alaska governor proposes lifting state’s longtime ban on fish farms

Gov. Mike Dunleavy on Friday introduced a bill that would partially reverse Alaska’s 35-year-old ban on fish farms. House Bill 111 was referred to the House Fisheries Committee for consideration. If signed into law, HB 111 wouldn’t allow salmon farming, …

‘Where does this end?’: University of Alaska to strip diversity and inclusivity language from programs, policies

The University of Alaska will strip language referring to “affirmative action,” diversity, equity, inclusion and “other associated terms” from policies, programs, activities, job titles and others — with a stated goal of promoting “equal opportunity and …

Managing invasive species | Alaska Insight

Invasive species can disrupt or destroy habitat and food supplies for native animals and plants which can ripple out to affect others in the ecosystem. On this Alaska Insight, we talk with Tammy Davis, with the Alaska Department of Fish and Game, and …

Alaska high schoolers are vaping less and more know it’s harmful, survey says

The number of Alaska high schoolers who say they’ve used vapes or e-cigarettes recently is declining, according to the latest data from the Alaska Youth Risk Behavior Survey. The survey shows 26% of highschoolers had vaped in the last thirty days in 2019. …

In committee, Alaska Institute of Justice struggles to explain its role in illegal immigration in Alaska

By PEDRO GONZELEZ As the Trump Administration attempts to ramp up its crackdown on immigration, the president signed an executive order this week aimed at ensuring “taxpayer resources are used to protect the interests of American citizens, not illegal …

Gov. Dunleavy introduces bill to allow finfish farming in Alaska

JUNEAU (KINY) – Governor Mike Dunleavy has introduced a bill to allow finfish farming in the state. Alaska law currently prohibits finfish farming except for private nonprofit salmon hatcheries. HB 111 would allow the Commissioner of the Department of Fish …

‘You do not treat people in this manner’: Alaska Sen. Murkowski condemns Trump firings, other acts

Alaska U.S. Sen. Lisa Murkowski criticized President Donald Trump’s administration in a tele-town hall, responded to questions from concerned constituents and promised to stand up for Alaskans in challenging recent actions.   “There is much that is in play …

Alaska’s oldest fair agrees to include LGBTQ drag show

The historic Fairbanks-area Tanana Valley State Fair has agreed to let a controversial LGBTQ activist group perform cross-sex drag queen shows during the upcoming July fair. Established 101 years ago, the intent of Alaska’s oldest fair has always been to …