Senate advances deep cuts to public media funding

WASHINGTON — The Senate voted early Thursday to revoke a billion dollars in already approved funding for NPR, PBS and other public broadcasters. The measure, known formally as a “rescission package,” is a request from President Donald Trump to...

Alaska troopers make arrests in Soldotna robbery case involving stolen RV, truck, and boat

ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - The Alaska State Troopers are investigating a stolen goods case in Soldotna involving thousands of dollars of items. Around 6:30 a.m. Wednesday, Arnold Anderton reported his truck, boat and trailer were stolen from his...

Senate Backs Trump’s Move to Defund NPR, PBS in Blow to Independent Media

In a 51-48 vote early Thursday morning, the Senate approved President Donald Trump’s demand to rescind $9 billion in previously approved federal spending, including $1.1 billion slashed from public broadcasting. The move targets the Corporation...

Alaska Trial Exposes GPS Jamming Vulnerabilities in U.S. Attack Drone Programs

U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Alex Smedegard Range crews are not often surprised by conditions in Interior Alaska. They are used to below-freezing temperatures at sunrise rapidly changing to muggy noon haze and gusts...

Lawsuits against Boeing, Alaska Airlines over door plug blowout accelerate

Boeing and Alaska Airlines have settled one of many lawsuits filed against them after the January 2024 midflight blowout shortly after a 737 Max 9 left Portland International Airport, while three more claims are set to go to trial next year....

How will the CPB cuts affect KALW & public media across the country?

On this edition of Your Call, we're discussing how $1.1 billion in cuts to the Corporation for Public Broadcasting will affect public radio stations across the country. All but two Senate Republicans, Susan Collins of Maine and Lisa Murkowski of...

7.3 magnitude earthquake prompts tsunami warning along parts of Alaska's coast

ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — Communities in areas along a 700-mile (1,127-km) stretch of Alaska’s southern coast ordered residents to higher ground after a powerful earthquake Wednesday, but officials quickly downgraded a tsunami warning for the...

Sullivan votes in favor of rescinding federal funding for public media, including 27 Alaska radio stations

Sen. Dan Sullivan, R-Alaska, speaks to reporters as Republicans begin a final push to advance President Donald Trump's tax breaks and spending cuts package, at the Capitol in Washington, Monday, June 30, 2025. (AP Photo/Mark Schiefelbein) The U.S....

Senate Republicans defund public media

Senate Republicans on Thursday approved a $9 billion package of spending cuts, slashing funds for foreign aid and public broadcasting after an all-night session. The rescissions bill, part of President Donald Trump’s effort to claw back previously...

Foreign Affairs Ministry reports no Peruvians affected by Alaska earthquake

Through its social media accounts, the government agency informed that Peruvians in need of assistance can call +1 (415) 290-5349 or contact the following e-mail address: informacion@conpersf.com. "It is reported that, following the earthquake in...

Anchorage podiatrist is 6th Republican to enter Alaska governor’s race

(Handout / Matt Heilala for Governor) Matt Heilala, an Anchorage podiatrist who serves on the state medical board, is the sixth Republican to enter Alaska’s 2026 governor’s race. Current Republican Gov. Mike Dunleavy is termed out from seeking...

Alaska public media stations warn of dangers as US Senate prepares to vote on funding clawback

Lenora Ward, general manager at KOTZ radio station, listens to a musher interview while on-air at the station in Kotzebue on Wednesday, April 6, 2022. (Emily Mesner / ADN) More than $15 million in annual federal funding for Alaska’s 27 public...

Private Security Firms May Earn Millions Under Trump by Aiding Mass Deportations

Truthout is an indispensable resource for activists, movement leaders and workers everywhere. Please make this work possible with a quick donation. This article was originally published by The Lever, an investigative newsroom. If you like this...

Sen. Susan Collins votes against Trump bid to cut back on government spending

The Senate has passed nearly $9 billion in government spending cuts as requested by President Donald Trump. The legislation, which now moves to the House, would have a tiny impact on the nation’s rising debt but could have major ramifications for...

Oregon’s Cram Fire Now The Biggest In The U.S. This Year

Now Playing Oregon Wildfire Nearing ‘Megafire’ Size00:41 Next Up Security Cam Captures Flood Inundating Business00:21 City Of Kerrville Officials Announce Three Remain Missing00:20 Watch: Entire Thing Flips Over00:31 Do Dogs Need Sunscreen?00:36...

Senate GOP faces tough call over Trump's demand to cancel recess

Senate Republicans are weighing whether to heed President Trump's call to cancel some or all of the August recess to approve key nominees or to use the full month to go home and sell the party's tax and spending law to voters, which top...

Senator Dan Sullivan comments on Ukraine policy, economic bill passage, and Alaska earthquake

Airline considering bigger bonuses for staff who spot oversized bags

Verizon continues to lose customers; More pizza lovers are ordering Dominos; Traders await big tech earnings from Tesla and Alphabet; Worlds largest cruise ship to set sail in August. A budget air carrier based in Europe is cracking down on...

Tsunami warning canceled after 7.3-magnitude earthquake near Alaska

SAND POINT, Alaska - A massive 7.3-magnitude earthquake struck near Alaska on Wednesday, triggering a tsunami warning which has since been canceled. (United States Geological Survey) By the numbers: According to the United States Geological Survey...

Nova Minerals Closes Nasdaq Offering to Boost Alaska Project | ASX 300

Highlights,Nova Minerals completes Nasdaq public offering with fresh capital raise,Proceeds to support expansion and feasibility work at Estelle Gold Project,Over-allotment and warrant provisions included to extend offering capacity,Nova Minerals...