When flight home had been cancelled, three Unalaskans went for a walk and were approached by a man who said his son was trapped in the ice.
Zoë Sobel, Alaska's Energy Desk
Finding local seafood is getting easier at America’s top fishing port
Unalaska may be the top fishing port in the country, but finding fresh, local fish is a challenge. Fishermen occasionally sell their catch from the docks and now some restaurants are making a point to serve fresh seafood whenever it’s available.
Scientists record volcanic thunder for the first time
The recordings are just the beginning of a treasure trove of clues scientists are exploring in the wake of Bogoslof’s nine month eruption.
New vessel will bolster oil spill response in Western Alaska
The Ocean Liberty was built specifically to respond to spills. It will be the only boat like this in Western Alaska.
The Cost of Cold: Keeping warm in Unalaska
For The Cost of Cold, we profile Unalaska resident Travis Swangel, who heats his small home on the island with a Toyo stove.
Japanese tsunami litters North American shores with 10 times the trash
Scientists estimate following the 2011 tsunami in Japan there was at least 10 times as much debris washing ashore than ever measured.
Trident Seafoods agrees to six figure settlement for violations at Alaska plants
This $297,000 settlement follows a 2011 deal where Trident paid a $2.5 million fine for similar Clean Water Act violations.
Scientists don’t know why ice seals are appearing in ice-free Unalaska
There are plenty of seals in Unalaska, but ringed seals — who make their homes on the ice — are rare.
Aleutians East Borough votes to join feds in battle over King Cove road
The Aleutians East Borough Assembly approved spending $61,875 to hire a law firm to help them join a lawsuit over the controversial road between King Cove and Cold Bay.
Scientists confirm traditional knowledge regarding seal pup migration
Scientists have confirmed what indigenous people have known for centuries — the wind influences the travel of northern fur seal pups.