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Thorne Bay city councilmember resigns
Trevor Killian, who was elected to a three-year term on the council in 2024, recently notified the city clerk of his intent to resign.
New food stands expand Ketchikan sweet treat options
The quick-serve, on-the-go restaurant model caters to both city residents and cruise ship passengers, and has grown in popularity over the years.
A look at July Fourth safety recommendations
Fourth of July is a busy time for emergency responders. Ketchikan Fire Chief Rick Hines offers tips on how to stay safe this holiday weekend.
Mahtani steps down from Ketchikan City Council
The move comes just weeks after the state announced he will have to pay a $10K settlement for misrepresenting products at his local jewelry store.
Station Highlights
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Congratulations KRBD Fourth of July Raffle Winners!
Thank you to everyone who purchased a ticket for our 30th Annual Fourth of July Raffle! With your...
KRBD Lauches Community Survey to Collect Strategic Feedback
We’re asking the questions that will shape our next few years. We’d love your answers....
KRBD 50 Year History Moments with Dave Kiffer
Have you been keeping up with the story? If you’ve missed a moment or two, don’t...
Get the KRBD App available for Apple and Android
KRBD has an App! Search “KRBD” in your App Store or Google Play Store and download the...
Morning Edition Interviews
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Olympia, Washington based comic Sam Miller tours Southeast
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
Residential Youth & Community (RYC) provides behavioral health services for youth and young...
An interview with Biriba Union
Biriba Union is performing in Ketchikan. Stephanie Patton spoke with Mike Block, a member of the...
Community Reports
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Craig Parks and Recreation Report
Listen to the Craig Parks and Recreation report with Victoria Merritt, Gretchen Klein and guests.
Arts Council Report
The Ketchikan Area Arts & Humanities Council Main Street Gallery. (KRBD staff) The 2026-2027...
UAS Ketchikan Report
History professor Taylor Rose speaks about fall history classes and a book he is writing about the...
Southeast News
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Fentanyl Overdoses
After three recent fentanyl overdoses in Petersburg, Wrangell Police Chief Gene Meek is...
Flipped boat, trailer cause Sitka road closure on July 4
A section of Halibut Point Road was closed to traffic for two hours on Saturday (7-4-26) after an unsecured trailer carrying a boat flipped near Sitka’s downtown roundabout. Police Chief Mike Hall said the pickup truck towing a...
Wrangell teacher and coach sentenced for bar confrontation
(Sage Smiley/KSTK) Jack Carney pleaded guilty on July 2 to a misdemeanor charge of disorderly...
Alaska News
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Alaska News Nightly: Tuesday, July 7, 2026
Industry groups weigh in on a controversial state corporate tax proposal.
Anchorage settles years-long lawsuit over mishandled port upgrades
The federal government will pay $191.3 million dollars to the Don Young Port of Alaska.
A black bear checked into Juneau’s historic Alaskan Hotel
The bear entered through a second floor window, crossed the hall, and left through the window of another room on Sunday.
NPR
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Inspiration for Trump’s arch was sparked long before the design was first approved
The design process for new memorials shouldn’t be fast-tracked or dictated by a select few,...
The IOC clears the way for Russian athletes to return to Olympic competition
The International Olympic Committee decision effectively overturns a decade-long ban on Russian...
Do you know where your birth certificate is? Journalist warns of new voting barriers
The rules of the midterms are being rewritten, from redistricting to campaign money. Mother Jones...
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