A new state system lets sexual assault survivors track the evidence kits used in their cases. Also, as salmon disappears from the Yukon River, a program connects families with sockeye from Bristol Bay. And Bethel residents show off their vehicles at the community's first car show, each with their own story.

Alaska News Nightly: July 31, 2023

Lightning strikes drive an increase in fire activity. Plus, university staff in Fairbanks explore how AI can be used in the classroom.

Alaska News Nightly: Friday, July 28, 2023

Trident Seafoods plans a state of the art processing plant in Unalaska that will be the largest in North America. Plus, Anchorage sees historic growth in low-income housing units.

Alaska News Nightly: Thursday, July 27, 2023

The environmental review process for a large gold mine in Interior Alaska comes under scrutiny. Plus, also tonight, the state education board considers barring trans girls from girls sports.

Alaska News Nightly: Wednesday, July 26, 2023

Mayor Dave Bronson aims to fly homeless Anchorage residents to other communities. Plus, federal funding meant to combat climate change may not be enough to relocate eroding communities.

Alaska News Nightly: Tuesday, July 25, 2023

Sen. Lisa Murkowski eyes an alternative to a rematch of the 2020 election. Plus, cruise ship passengers in Southeast Alaska contribute to electric heat pumps that reduce emissions.

Alaska News Nightly: Monday, July 24, 2023

Head Start programs in Alaska could lose millions in federal funding, because of under enrollment. Also, the state pushes back on research that says predator control doesn't work. And young burn survivors get hooked on Alaska.

Alaska News Nightly: Friday, July 21, 2023

Alaska has seen a steep decline in the number of volunteer firefighters. Plus, fisheries managers discuss protections for Tanner crab off Kodiak Island.

Alaska News Nightly: Thursday, July 20, 2023

Alaska's attorney general signs a letter supporting access to medical information about abortions in other states. Plus, summer culture camp students in Akiachak get fishing lessons on the Kuskokwim River.

Alaska News Nightly: Wednesday, July 19, 2023

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Bristol Bay fishermen are planning to protest the price of sockeye. Plus, while the Lower 48 is trapped in a heat wave, much of Alaska is seeing the opposite.

Alaska News Nightly: Tuesday, July 18, 2023

A tsunami warning Saturday night startled even Southcentral residents who were not in danger. Plus, an Aleutian volcano erupted Saturday.

Alaska News Nightly: Monday, July 17, 2023

Alaska’s wildfire season remains at a historically low level. Plus, tourism companies in Valdez are stunned by last-minute cruise ship cancellations.

Alaska News Nightly: Friday, July 14, 2023

Alaskans leading diversity initiatives gauge the Supreme Court’s ruling on affirmative action. Plus, forecasts paint a dire picture of the spendable part of the Alaska Permanent Fund.

Alaska News Nightly: Thursday, July 13, 2023

A recent court decision did little to clear up the question of when and how Anchorage officials can clear homeless camps. Plus, food prices in Kodiak are among the highest in the nation.

Alaska News Nightly: Wednesday, July 12, 2023

Sen. Dan Sullivan argues for more military spending from NATO member countries. Plus, Anchorage prepares to open a former hotel as low-income housing.

Alaska News Nightly: Tuesday, July 11, 2023

The Forest Service seeks to reverse logging damage in Southeast Alaska. Plus, younger, smaller King salmon are returning to the Kuskokwim River.

Alaska News Nightly: Monday, July 10, 2023

Anton McParland was unknown in Alaska when he managed Congresswoman Peltola's campaign, and now he's also her chief of staff. Also, as Anchorage grapples with sheltering unhoused residents, some officials point to simplifying zoning. And visions of a mysterious white raven around Kenai have the town talking.

Alaska News Nightly: Friday, July 7, 2023

Supporters of ranked choice voting in Alaska say a group trying to repeal the system has broken the law. Plus, Alaska's wildfire season is off to a historically slow start.

Alaska News Nightly: Thursday, July 6, 2023

Fishermen in Whittier are concerned after a fire burned the fuel dock. Plus, Anchorage will not clear a homeless camp after a lawsuit challenged the city's ability to do so.

Alaska News Nightly: Wednesday, July 5, 2023

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