Local News

Local health officials prepare for a possible December coronavirus vaccine

by Erin McKinstry, KCAW | Nov 23, 2020

A coronavirus vaccine could become available as early as December, and local health officials are starting to plan for its distribution.

No metaphor, 2020’s ‘trash fires’ could bring higher garbage rates for Sitka

by Katherine Rose | Nov 20, 2020

The cost to ship Sitka’s solid waste off the island could go up, over concerns about container fires on Southeast Alaska barges.

Friends build a quiet memorial to Sitka’s most attentive listener

by Robert Woolsey, KCAW | Nov 20, 2020

A little over a year since noted Alaskan naturalist Richard Nelson died, friends have created "The Listening Place" to honor his memory -- and to share his gift of patient observation.

7 Sitkans tested positive for COVID-19 on Thursday

by Katherine Rose | Nov 20, 2020

City officials announced seven new COVID-19 cases in Sitka on Thursday (11-19-20).

News extras

KCAW Coronavirus Information Hub

May 1, 2020

KCAW is tracking cancellations, closures, and other news related to the local response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

The Morning Interview

Alaska Raptor Center celebrates 40 years with virtual fundraiser

Nov 24, 2020

The Alaska Raptor Center has been helping rehabilitate wild birds since 1980. In honor of their 40th anniversary, the center is hosting a virtual fundraiser in place of their annual, in-person gala.

STA Tribal Court programs seek to provide justice for Tribal Citizens

Nov 23, 2020

In honor of Native American Heritage Month, KCAW is airing a four-part series on Tribal justice and advocacy. In the third installment of the series, Steve Hartford and Melissa Johnson joined KCAW's Erin Fulton in the studio to talk about STA Tribal Court.

The Sitka Youth Leadership Committee is recruiting new students to work on local campaigns

Nov 20, 2020

The Sitka Youth Leadership Committee encourages high schoolers to enact positive change in the community. The youth-led group promotes equity, respect, and healthy relationships, and their projects have ranged from a peer education to social media messaging to a new campaign to explore how men view masculinity.

Sitka Tribe of Alaska offers legal support for victims of domestic violence

Nov 16, 2020

In honor of Native American Heritage Month, KCAW is airing a four-part series on Tribal justice and advocacy. On part two, Sitka Tribe of Alaska's Danielle Pensley speaks about legal advocacy for victims.