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Alaska Public Media is an and station. Alaska Public Media harnesses the power of multiple media platforms to make a more informed and connected life possible for all Alaskans. Alaska Public Media produces and presents news and content that provides lifelong learning opportunities in public affairs, health and leisure, science and nature, economic and social development, civic engagement

, and world events. The company is located in Southcentral Alaska and comprises KSKA radio, KAKM-TV, Create TV, PBS KIDS, and alaskapublic.org. Alaska Public Media also operates the Statewide News and a shared television service with KTOO in Juneau and KYUK in Bethel. Alaska Public Media and its affiliates deliver content that reaches 97% of the population of Alaska. Alaska Public Media offers trusted, award-winning national programming including Morning Edition, Nova, Masterpiece, and Frontline. The company also produces Alaska-specific programs including Line One: Your Health Connection, Alaska Morning News, Alaska Economic Report, Talk of Alaska, Outdoor Explorer, Alaska News Nightly, Hometown, Alaska, and Alaska Insight. Additionally, it produces podcasts such as Iditapod and Midnight Oil. Alaska Public Media was founded in 1975 as KAKM TV. In 1994, KAKM merged with KSKA public radio, which launched Aug. 15, 1978 to form Alaska Public Telecommunications, Inc. In 2004, the company merged with Alaska Public Radio Network (APRN). Alaskapublic.org was launched in 2011. In 2012, the company agreed to share TV services with KTOO in Juneau and KYUK in Bethel.

Tonight on Alaska News Nightly:Congressman Nick Begich votes against a house bill to restore union rights for federal em...
12/19/2025

Tonight on Alaska News Nightly:

Congressman Nick Begich votes against a house bill to restore union rights for federal employees.

Plus, Juneau's getting really cold, and experts say it could stay that way for a while.

Listen here:

Congressman Nick Begich votes against a house bill to restore union rights for federal employees.

Winter weather drying out your skin?In our latest Alaska Survival Kit, an Anchorage dermatologist shares four simple way...
12/19/2025

Winter weather drying out your skin?

In our latest Alaska Survival Kit, an Anchorage dermatologist shares four simple ways to keep your skin happy — and explains why lotion may be working against you.

An Anchorage dermatologist shares simple ways to winter-proof your skin — and explains why lotion may be working against you.

The amount of money Alaskans pay for a holiday dinner greatly depends on where they live. What does that add up to durin...
12/18/2025

The amount of money Alaskans pay for a holiday dinner greatly depends on where they live. What does that add up to during the holidays?

Using a menu from the American Farm Bureau, economist Mike Jones found the difference was about $100.

A federal grand jury has indicted two Alaska State Troopers shown on body-camera video beating, tasing and pepper-sprayi...
12/18/2025

A federal grand jury has indicted two Alaska State Troopers shown on body-camera video beating, tasing and pepper-spraying a Kenai man in a case of mistaken identity.

In a news release, the U.S. Attorney's office says 50-year-old Miller had no legal justification for the violent arrest. Prosecutors say 43-year-old Woodruff illegally used his police dog to bite the man when he did not pose a threat.

The Mat-Su Assembly voted 6-1 to indefinitely postpone the resolution supporting annexation discussions — a move that ef...
12/18/2025

The Mat-Su Assembly voted 6-1 to indefinitely postpone the resolution supporting annexation discussions — a move that effectively kills the proposal — and instead wait for the commission to decide whether Eagle River can form its own borough. (via Mat-Su Sentinel)

The vote puts an indefinite pause on any official discussion about separating the area from Anchorage and bringing it into Mat-Su.

We're down to the last few hours of our first Donated Valuables Auction! Thanks to our partners Alaska Premier Auctions ...
12/18/2025

We're down to the last few hours of our first Donated Valuables Auction!

Thanks to our partners Alaska Premier Auctions & Appraisals, this is a great way to find a special treasure AND support the local news, stories and entertainment you love.

The auction closes TODAY at 6 pm AKST. Visit and bid at akpub.io/APAAValuables.

Welcome to the  2025 Alaska Public Media Donated Valuables Auction hosted by Alaska Premier Auctions & Appraisals! Bid Online Now At: https://bid.alaskapremierauctions.com/ui/auctions/153112 All net proceeds from this auction directly support AKPM’s vital mission of producing an...

12/18/2025

KNBA 90.3 FM reporter Alena Naiden, from the Alaska Desk, visited the Matanuska Moose Range to show how you can cut your own Christmas tree for free — and what to know before you go.

From where cutting is allowed to how to choose a tree, this quick guide has you covered.

Read more at alaskapublic.org.

Alaska Gov. Mike Dunleavy’s admin is proposing to reclassify NPR-A impact mitigation funds — meant for North Slope commu...
12/18/2025

Alaska Gov. Mike Dunleavy’s admin is proposing to reclassify NPR-A impact mitigation funds — meant for North Slope communities — as “unrestricted,” allowing statewide use. (via Alaska Beacon)

Documents published by the Alaska Department of Revenue show a multibillion-dollar long-term change in the way money from federal oil leases is handled.

Anchorage Weekender: Highlights include the Winter Solstice Festival at Cuddy Park, lantern walk at the Botanical Garden...
12/18/2025

Anchorage Weekender: Highlights include the Winter Solstice Festival at Cuddy Park, lantern walk at the Botanical Garden, holiday lights tour, The Nutcracker, zoo lights and more. Plus, chances to meet Santa around town.

You snow the drill.

"I don't want to come back here again," said Noah Andrew Sr., a lifelong Kwigillingok resident. "I don't want to go thro...
12/18/2025

"I don't want to come back here again," said Noah Andrew Sr., a lifelong Kwigillingok resident. "I don't want to go through what we went through again."

Kwigillingok, Alaska, has long grappled with erosion and flooding. Residents want to move to higher ground, further inland, especially after the remnants of Typhoon Halong damaged nearly every house.

In times of intense national controversy, a lot of Americans write their Congress members. Alaska Public Media Washingto...
12/18/2025

In times of intense national controversy, a lot of Americans write their Congress members.

Alaska Public Media Washington correspondent Liz Ruskin became interested in how Alaska’s congressional delegation responds to constituent messages. She collected hundreds of response letters and shares five things she learned with "Alaska News Nightly" host Casey Grove.

Take a listen:

5 things gleaned from letters Alaska's congressional delegation wrote in response to constituent messages.

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