Newscast — Tuesday, July 5, 2022

In this newscast:

  • Alaska’s health department splits into two parts;
  • Chinook and chum salmon runs are under average in the lower Kuskowim river, but reds are running above average;
  • The commercial Dungeness crab fishery in Southeast Alaska will close early because the start of the season has been so slow;
  • Alaskans are wrestling with the concept of ranked choice voting;
  • Pro-choice supporters crashed the Anchorage Fourth of July parade over the weekend.

Claire Stremple

Alaska News Reporter

I believe every Alaskan has a right to timely information about their health and health systems, and their natural environment and its management. My goal is to report thoughtful stories that inform, inspire and quench the curiosity of listeners across the state.

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