Justin Shoman

Beginning Jan. 1 at 12:01 a.m., viewers throughout Alaska will be able to enjoy significantly more programming that informs, educates, and inspires.

Juneau, Alaska – October 20, 2025 – KTOO Public Media is pleased to announce the appointment of Lisa Phu as Managing Editor, effective November 10, 2025. Phu brings more than a decade of Alaska journalism experience and a proven track record of award-winning storytelling to the role.
 “Lisa brings a wealth of experience to KTOO…

A statement from KTOO President and General Manager, Justin Shoman Juneau, AK – September 18th: Two months ago today, at the President’s behest, Congress voted to rescind federal funding for public media. Journalism in America is under threat. Paywalls are rising and local newsrooms are shuttering. All too often, misinformation is filling the void. With…

A statement from KTOO President and General Manager, Justin Shoman Juneau, Alaska – July 18th: The White House’s rescission request was approved by Congress late last night. KTOO would like to thank our community for their continuous outreach to our lawmakers in Washington. Tens of thousands of Alaskans contacted their congressional representatives in Washington. And…

A Joint Release from KTOO Public Media and 11 Alaska Stations June 6, 2025 – On Monday, June 3rd the White House sent a rescissions package to Congress requesting a claw back of FY26 and FY27 Corporation for Public Broadcasting funding that Congress had approved previously. A vote in the House could take place early…

The Trump Administration’s recent action jeopardizes the partnerships and funding that power the trusted journalism, educational programming and public safety messages that local communities rely on every day.