Local News

Sitka Assembly accepts resignation of Tim Pike

by Hope McKenney | May 27, 2026

The Sitka Assembly formally accepted the resignation of Assembly member Tim Pike at its meeting Tuesday night (5-26-26).

Sitka High School students gain transparent look into pursuing radiology

by Ryan Cotter | May 26, 2026

This spring, three Sitka High School students spent several months shadowing radiology technicians at Mt. Edgecumbe Medical Center in Sitka, getting an X-ray view of the other side of healthcare.

May 26, 2026: What’s on the agenda when the Sitka Assembly meets tonight?

by KCAW News | May 26, 2026

Assembly Member Tim Pike is stepping down from the role. At its meeting tonight (5-26-26), the Sitka Assembly will formally accept Pike’s resignation.

Phone, internet service down for portion of Sitka on Friday

by Katherine Rose | May 22, 2026

Phone and internet service was down for a portion of Sitka on Friday (5-22-26).

The Morning Interview

Mina Brooks-Schmidt to perform senior thesis recital this weekend

May 27, 2026

Mina Brooks-Schmidt, a recent Carnegie Mellon graduate, is preparing for her senior recital in Sitka.

Sitkans gear up to celebrate LGBTQIA+ community for Pride Month

May 26, 2026

Elle Campbell and Willa Johnson join KCAW for the Morning Interview to discuss the wide variety of events Sitkans can expect to celebrate Pride Month, such as drag shows, a parade, and variety show.

Sentinel Sports: reporters reflect on May athletics, look ahead to state tourneys

May 23, 2026

Sentinel reporters Anna Laffrey and Shannon Haugland joined KCAW for the Morning Interview to look back at a month of athletic achievement in Sitka and preview several upcoming state tournaments.