One Hunter Deceased, One Missing after Skiff Sinks in Heavy Weather near Whittier Wednesday
Alaska State Troopers received a call from MATCOM Dispatch at 6:48 pm on Wednesday reporting that a vessel was sinking…
Surprising Findings in Genetic Study about Pacific Cod in Alaska
Scientists find that some Pacific cod may be more vulnerable to climate change than others. Much of the success in…
Beluga Whale Sounds Aid Scientific Understanding of When Whales are Hunting Prey
New information may help with recovery efforts for endangered Cook Inlet belugas. When listening to beluga whales, the sound of…
Alaska Aquaculture Permitting Portal and Guidance Document Now Available
These new tools guide applicants through the aquatic farm leasing and permitting process in Alaska. Navigating the aquaculture leasing and…
Governor Dunleavy Makes Appointments to the Alaska Marine Highway Operating Board
(Anchorage) – Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy officially made his appointments to the Alaska Marine Highway Operating Board (AMHOB), including Cynthia…
NOAA Fisheries Implementing Amendment 14 in Alaska’s Cook Inlet
The amendment will affect the Cook Inlet commercial salmon fishing season. This action does not close any salmon fishing in…
Alaska Fishermen ask Governor Dunleavy and North Pacific Fishery Management Council to Change Course on Fisheries Management
Juneau, AK – Commercial fishermen and others from throughout Alaska are calling for a sea change in Alaska’s fisheries management.…
Residents Critical of Slow Response to California Oil Spill
Residents of Huntington Beach, California, say authorities were slow to react to a large oil spill off the coast. The…
N. Korea Issues Navigational Warning Amid Fears of Weapons Test: Reports
SEOUL – North Korea declared a no-sail zone for ships off its east coast earlier this week, suggesting it may…
Court Orders EPA to Address Use of Oil Dispersants on Offshore Spills
Berkeley, CA — A federal district court judge ruled Monday in favor of a coalition of individuals and environmental groups…