Prince of Wales Island trapper argue that the Alaska Department of Fish and Game has been mismanaging the wolf population for years, and are putting the interests of small environmental groups above local voices.
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In new lawsuit, Alaska attempts to claim portions of Mendenhall Lake and River
The lake is currently under the jurisdiction of the U.S. Forest Service, and a successful lawsuit could bring significant changes. For example, motorboats and (in winter) snowmachines are barred from the lake.
Newscast – Thursday, Nov. 3, 2022
In this newscast: Alaska Public Media’s Jeremy Hsieh speaks with Casey Grove about common election security questions; Alaska statewide candidates on climate change; An update on the false report of a shooter at a high school in Fairbanks
Scientists present theories for deer decline at Prince of Wales Island deer summit
For years, populations of Sitka black-tail deer have slumped, leaving residents without a staple source of protein. A three-day summit held in Craig last month prompted lengthy discussions about the problem.
Will the Alaska House have another coalition majority checking the governor? For now, it’s hard to say.
Nearly all of the seats in the Alaska Legislature are up for reelection this year, so the makeup of the state House and Senate could look a lot different next session.
Angst over youth outmigration emerges in Alaska campaign rhetoric and debates
University funding, career prospects and lifestyle amenities are factors cited as important to young Alaskans pondering their futures.