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Alaska’s pollock fishery is sparking a heated debate: does 82% of its value really leave the state? While critics point to that staggering figure as evidence of economic loss, the Alaska Pollock Fishery Alliance pushes back, arguing the number misrepresents true local impact. Their commissioned study reveals significant value stays home—fueling jobs, local taxes, and entire communities built aroun...

Alaska is fighting a lawsuit over sharing voter data with the federal government, claiming it violated privacy rights — but the state argues the info isn’t sensitive enough to warrant legal action. Plaintiffs say handing over driver’s license numbers and addresses to an agency with a history of mishandling data is reckless, especially since the federal government’s databases are flawed and could l...

The FBI is transforming fast—modernizing operations, deploying more agents to critical regions like Alaska, and harnessing AI to prioritize urgent threats. With smarter resource allocation, tech-driven threat detection, and joint enforcement efforts like Operation Summer Heat, they’re driving down violent crime nationwide, including historic drops in murder and robbery—and Alaska’s stats are trend...

Alaska’s lawmakers are racing to protect teens from the addictive grip of social media, grappling with whether tech companies or parents should bear responsibility for design features that fuel endless scrolling and notifications. Though bills targeting AI-generated abuse passed, those tackling app design haven’t — leaving Alaska still searching for effective solutions. CDC data links heavy social...

A drone-fueled rain experiment in Alaska’s Homer sparked controversy when Rainmaker Technology secretly dropped silver iodide to trigger a tiny downpour—without informing locals. Though the company calls it a success for fighting water scarcity, residents and officials are furious, calling Alaska an unfair test site. The Kenai Peninsula Borough is now pushing for federal and state bans or strict r...

Alaska’s Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District is rolling out a bold new safety measure: allowing teachers and staff to carry concealed weapons in schools, funded by taxpayer dollars amid deep budget cuts. This program, designed to complement existing school policing, aims to bolster security but has sparked debate over its effectiveness and appropriateness. Selected participants — already lic...

A Cessna chartered by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers crashed during a second landing attempt near Cape Newenham, Alaska, killing all eight aboard—including both pilots—in a tragedy fueled by sudden, crippling fog. Witnesses at the remote radar site reported near-zero visibility, while the plane’s engines were heard before a deafening backfire and silence. The NTSB’s preliminary report points to...

Mortgage rates just hit a 19-month high at 6.95%, fueled by rising bond yields from global tensions and oil prices — and the Fed’s surprise rate hike only makes it worse. With monthly payments soaring and affordability shrinking, homebuyers are stuck in neutral as sales hit a 30-year low and inventory remains scarce. Experts predict rates will stay above 7% — making homeownership even harder to re...

Wall Street rebounds with gains across major indices as the Fed’s surprise rate hike and falling oil prices ease market jitters—despite higher borrowing costs, resilient economic data and AI-driven optimism are fueling investor confidence. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level n...

Alaska’s four gubernatorial candidates clashed and collaborated in a healthcare forum, debating Medicaid expansion, rural health funding, nurse staffing ratios, and mental health crises — revealing stark differences in how to tackle the state’s toughest medical challenges. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai...

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This year’s Fat Bear Week is wilder than ever, spotlighting Katmai’s toughest survivor—Bear 32, “Chunk,” whose shattered jaw and broken teeth defy nature’s odds as he still packs on pounds. Amid record cub births along the Brooks River, heartbreak unfolds with on-camera cubs lost to predation and sibling fights—but also hope, as a young bear adopts an orphaned cub in a rare act of wild compassion....

A major breakthrough for marine conservation: the Bycatch Reduction Act just cleared a key Senate hurdle, forcing the North Pacific Fisheries Council to slash seafloor trawling and revive an Alaska salmon research task force. Supporters hail it as the most comprehensive bycatch bill ever, especially as Senator Sullivan’s reelection battle hinges on fisheries issues. But not everyone’s happy — Wash...

Alaska’s senators are open to AI guardrails, but real legislation is on hold until after the November elections as Congress races to campaign and lawmakers prioritize political deadlines over complex tech debates. While tech giants and some legislators warn of existential risks, the rush to regulate clashes with the urgency to innovate — and progress is winning out for now. Bills like mandatory ki...

Alaska’s governor’s race is heating up in a wild twist of strategy as ranked-choice voting forces candidates to reach across the aisle. Once-polarized Republicans like Treg Taylor are now courting Democrats and independents, rebranding themselves as unifiers after fiery past ads. Meanwhile, Democrat Jonathan Kreiss-Tomkins is openly welcoming GOP cabinet picks if elected, leveraging his bipartisan...

Fairbanks braces for a flood and wind storm combo—rain’s already swelled the Chena River to minor flood stage, with more expected as winds pick up to 40 mph, risking power outages and downed trees. Updated flood maps are online, awaiting approval, while officials urge residents to sign up for emergency alerts via text to stay ahead of the storm. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow:...

Fairbanks schools just made history by officially recognizing LGBTQ History Month — a move sparking fierce debate but ultimately passing unanimously without debate, as community voices clashed online and in person, with supporters calling it vital for student safety and inclusion, while opponents argued classrooms should stay focused on core academics. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli P...

Downtown Anchorage’s nightlife is undergoing a major shift as younger crowds rethink how they spend their free time—and their money. With fewer spontaneous outings and a growing preference for substance-free nights, businesses are adapting fast: mocktails, photo booths, and Instagram-worthy experiences are replacing booze-driven buzz. While venues close and demographics change, promoters like Show...

A federal appeals court has greenlit construction on a 2.8-mile road segment in Alaska’s Izembek National Wildlife Refuge, despite conservationists’ objections — a move seen as the first step toward a much larger 19-mile road project aimed at connecting remote communities with emergency medical access. While the full plan remains legally stalled after a recent court victory for environmental group...

A fire at Whittier’s brand-new cruise ship dock just weeks before the USS Ted Stevens commissioning ceremony threatened to derail the event — but thanks to a lightning-fast, Alaska-style collaboration between rival cruise lines, the ceremony moved seamlessly to the Holland America Princess terminal across the bay. With over 3,000 expected guests and strict security measures, organizers ensured the...

Juneau’s buzzing with culture, politics, and community—don’t miss Theatre in the Rough’s explosive new play “The Revolutionists” hitting the stage this Friday, a wild ride set in 1793 Paris with rebels, queens, and assassins. Stay informed with KTOO’s election guide and trivia night with local candidates. Check out the Commission on Aging’s Capital AKcess events, the University of Alaska’s “Langua...

A massive fire at Whittier’s brand-new $80 million cruise dock—just opened last year—has left the facility a total loss, with crews battling flames until early Tuesday. The blaze also damaged a vacant cruise ship, the Klondike Express, but thankfully no one was injured. The fire’s complexity stemmed from non-functional hydrants, forcing multiple departments to haul water from afar. The incident fo...

Jeffrey Fultz, the former Juneau chiropractor facing serious sexual assault charges, is set for a delayed trial—possibly not until 2027—as the court struggles to find a six-week window amid packed schedules and pending motions. His first trial ended in a mistrial on 12 counts, with two acquittals and one dismissal, leaving 13 charges still active. Both sides agreed to the delay, acknowledging the...

Alaska’s poised to hand over nearly 30 square miles near Houston to AIDEA, a state agency eyeing it for industrial and energy development — including possible data centers — sparking legal and community pushback. Senators question the legality and vagueness of the plan, warning of potential energy and water strain on residents. AIDEA counters that no data center plans exist yet and the land’s idle...