by Sydney Dauphinais | Oct 22, 2026

Darlene D-Svenson's removal is effective immediately.

‘We should not have to choose’: Alaska Native education specialists say culture and academics go together

by Angela Denning, CoastAlaska | Oct 22, 2026

“We should not have to choose between academic excellence and cultural identity," said Ethan Daayoosh Petticrew with the Central Council of the Tlingit and Haida Indian Tribes of Alaska. "Our children deserve an education that makes them stronger in both worlds. Our children should never have to leave their culture at the door of the classroom."

Prince of Wales communities certify election results

by Hunter Morrison | Oct 21, 2026

Craig, Klawock, Hydaburg and Thorne Bay have certified their Oct. 6 municipal election results.

Forest Service moves forward with old-growth logging project on Prince of Wales Island

by Sydney Dauphinais | Oct 20, 2026

The Forest Service estimates it will provide over 100 jobs and generate up to $6.54 million in income for the timber industry.

Station Highlights

2026 Alaska Voter Guide

by Sydney Dauphinais | Oct 21, 2026

Early voting is happening now. Election Day is Nov. 3.

KRBD’s news team is hosting a House District 1 candidate forum

by Sydney Dauphinais | Oct 15, 2026

KRBD will host candidates Grant Echohawk and Jeremy Bynum on Monday, Oct. 26 at 6 p.m.

KRBD 2027 Community Calendars are Here!

by Mike Gates | Oct 14, 2026

KRBD’s 2027 Community Calendars are here! Packed with local information, meetings, and...

You Can Win a $600 IFA Gift Card!

by Mike Gates | Oct 13, 2026

DONATE TO WIN THE GRAND PRIZE: $600 INTER-ISLAND FERRY GIFT CARD! DONATE HERE SECOND PRIZE: A...

Morning Edition Interviews

Ask UAS looks at oral histories of indigenous settlers

by Maria Dudzak | Oct 13, 2026

Dr. Taylor Roase will present “Unlikely Alliances? Oral Histories of Indigenous Settler Coalitions...

Olympia, Washington based comic Sam Miller tours Southeast

by Maria Dudzak | Jun 3, 2026

Comedian Sam Miller, known for dealing frankly on issues of addiction and incarceration, is...

The dangers of screen use and what it does to your brain

by Maria Dudzak | May 28, 2026

Residential Youth & Community (RYC) provides behavioral health services for youth and young...

Community Reports

Arts Council Report

by Maria Dudzak | Oct 22, 2026

The Ketchikan Area Arts & Humanities Council Main Street Gallery. (KRBD staff) Hear about the...

Museum report

by Maria Dudzak | Oct 21, 2026

The Totem Heritage Center is closed for renovations and preparation for a new exhibit in November,...

Job Center Report

by Maria Dudzak | Oct 20, 2026

Hear about some of more than 550 jobs available in the Ketchikan area and on Prince of Wales...

Southeast News

Sitkans discuss proposed updates to city taxi code

by KCAW Sitka | Oct 22, 2026

Assembly member Thor Christianson stands in front of Sitkans gathered to discuss a proposed update to regulations for commercial passenger vehicles. (KCAW/Salemo) Sitka Assembly members Tor Christianson and Scott Saline hosted...

Wireless outage prevents cell calls to 911

by KCAW Sitka | Oct 21, 2026

Sitka experienced an outage that affected some wireless services today (10-21-26). City staff say the outage limited cell phone calls to emergency services. In a public service announcement published shortly before 9 a.m.,...