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LatestTrails temporarily shut down in Sitka National Historical Park
by Lauren Salemo | Jun 10, 2026
Bear and human activity triggered a temporary closure of the Sitka National Historical Park today.
Sitka man convicted of stalking receives eight year sentence
by KCAW News | Jun 10, 2026
A Sitka man convicted of stalking was sentenced to eight years in prison last month.
June 9, 2026: What’s on the agenda when the Sitka Assembly meets tonight?
by KCAW News | Jun 9, 2026
At its meeting tonight (6-9-26), the Sitka Assembly will consider appropriating more than $1.1 million in federal funds to the Sitka School District.
Beloved Yakutat birding festival ‘re-terns’ for 15th season
by Ryan Cotter | Jun 8, 2026
The Yakutat Tern Festival celebrates the Aleutian terns that stop in the community of just over 600 people on their long-migrations, inspiring birders of all experience levels to invest in learning about and protecting the wildlife in Yakutat and beyond.
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LatestLocal artist honors generations of fishermen through paintings
Jun 10, 2026
Stephen Lawrie's new collection of portraits showcases fishermen of the past. The exhibition will open June 13 at the Pioneer Bar.
Film about librarians’ fight for First Amendment to screen at Sitka Public Library
Jun 9, 2026
Adult Services Librarian Margot O'Connell joins KCAW to highlight the history between book bans, librarians, and democracy.
Sitka Walkability Advocacy Collab calls for creative crosswalk designs
Jun 8, 2026
Vice Deputy Mayor JJ Carlson joins KCAW to discuss the benefits of walking and a creative way the Sitka Walkability Advocacy Collab is looking to improve pedestrian safety.
Southeast News
LatestFriends of Anan excited for upcoming season!
by KSTK Wrangell | Jun 9, 2026
It’s almost time to watch the bears enjoy their time feasting on salmon at Anan Creek. The Anan...
After vote to close, Ketchikan says goodbye to two elementary schools
by KRBD Ketchikan | Jun 8, 2026
Point Higgins Elementary School, in Ketchikan, shown in December 2025. (Sydney Dauphinais/KRBD) On...
EchoHawk enters House District 1 race
by KRBD Ketchikan | Jun 5, 2026
Grant EchoHawk is running as a nonpartisan in Alaska’s House District 1 race. He’s up against...
Alaska News
LatestAt Celebration market, earrings are big business with a deeper meaning
by APRN | Jun 11, 2026
At Celebration in Juneau, some attendees saved up for years to buy earrings for themselves and...
Petersburg Dan Sullivan condemns ‘chilling’ state investigation into his U.S. Senate candidacy
by APRN | Jun 11, 2026
Sen. Dan Sullivan has accused the challenger of colluding with Democrats to intentionally confuse...
First Haines sport king opener in over a decade sparks nerves and excitement
by APRN | Jun 10, 2026
The state decided to reopen the fishery this year, citing stronger runs that have been surpassing...
NPR
LatestWhite House response to hantavirus and Ebola contrasts with COVID criticisms
by NPR | Jun 11, 2026
The administration imposed mandatory quarantine orders on two passengers from the cruise ship hit...
Taiwan opposition leader says Xi meeting avoided ‘reunification’ talk
by NPR | Jun 11, 2026
Cheng’s comments come as Taiwan awaits approval on a $14 billion arms package from the U.S.,...
Japan reactor restart sparks fresh fears over nuclear waste storage
by NPR | Jun 11, 2026
The reboot highlights a dire problem for the country’s nuclear program. Japan is running out...
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