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Sitka Grand Jury indicts six in February
One Sitkan was indicted in February after allegedly assaulting a police officer while resisting arrest. The case was one of six indictments issued by a Sitka Grand Jury last month.
Sitka Legacy Foundation’s latest grant aims to directly tackle food insecurity
The one-time grant is currently accepting proposals on projects contributing to food security in Sitka and Port Alexander.
Rising in ranks, Sitka police lieutenant steps up to lead department
Sitka is getting a new full-time police chief. The Sitka Assembly approved the promotion of Lieutenant Mike Hall to the position at its meeting Tuesday night.
Sitka police host community conversation on use of force
One of six indictments issued by a Sitka Grand Jury last month involved police use of force. Sitka’s interim police chief Chad Goeden said during a recent community conversation that fortunately, use of force is uncommon in Sitka.
The Morning Interview
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Original Artist Grind the grand finale for 31st season
This Saturday, artists will perform their original work at the grand finale of the 31st season of The Grind.
‘Ship Happens’ in local murder mystery theater fundraiser
Bare Stage Collective theater company will present an original murder mystery dinner theater production “Ship Happens: A Murder at Sea” 7 p.m. Friday, March 20, at Harbor Mountain Brewing company. Rach Roach and Logan Bradford joined KCAW for the Morning interview to discuss the upcoming show, which was written by a cast of six and takes place on a cruise ship.
Here’s how you can determine the next 30 years of the Tongass National Forest
Sitka Conservation Society's Andrew Thoms joins KCAW for the Morning Interview to discuss the potential changes listed in the Tongass Land Management Plans, and the opportunities to contribute comments during the Notice of Intent period.
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The “queen of mediocrity” becomes a champion for kids
Tory Houser stops by KSTK on Feb. 12, 2026 to talk about her experience as a Champion for Kids...
School board to vote on plan to close schools, cut staff
The White Cliff building, where Ketchikan Gateway Borough and School Board meetings are held, is...
School board to vote on reduction in force plan
The White Cliff building, where Ketchikan Gateway Borough and School Board meetings are held, is...
Alaska News
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Denali Highway neighbors battle for Iditarod lead at the Yukon River
For the second year in a row, Jessie Holmes and Paige Drobny are jockeying for the top spot.
After contentious debate, Legislature again extends Halong disaster declaration
The extension allows state agencies to continue responding to ongoing needs associated with the storm. House Republicans said the administration’s approach could be legally vulnerable.
Houston mayor, deputy mayor resign after five months
Kahn said he resigned due to personal issues and time constraints. Lewis said he resigned to give...
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Kennedy Center president departs – months before the art complex’s scheduled closing
In a post on Truth Social, President Trump announced Friday afternoon that Richard Grenell is...
Judge blocks DOJ’s criminal probe of Federal Reserve, blasting it as political
A federal judge has put the brakes on a criminal probe of the Federal Reserve, saying it was part...
A cholesterol test you’ve never heard of is now recommended to prevent heart disease
The test can help assess your lifetime risk for cardiovascular disease. That, along with earlier treatment for high cholesterol, is part of new doctors’ guidelines.
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