Zoe Grueskin, KTOO

Newscast – Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2018

In this newscast: A report out of the University of Alaska Anchorage has found that climate change is estimated to cost Alaska between $340 and $700 million dollars per year over the next three to five decadeThe Juneau School District is looking for a new superintendent, but some are hoping they won’t look far. A top executive with ConocoPhillips says the federal government should shrink–but not eliminate–the protected area around the biggest lake in Arctic Alaska, which is important habitat for wildlife. A citizen advisory committee released new recommendations on the federal Roadless Rule, which could shape the future of the Tongass National Forest.

Newscast – Tuesday, Nov. 27, 2018

In this newscast: A divided federal appeals court panel finds Alaska’s limit on what nonresidents can contribute to candidates for office is unconstitutiona., Governor-elect Mike Dunleavy’s announces his picks for several key cabinet positions. Only one has worked for a state government. While climate change has disrupted fisheries in many parts of the state, fishermen in Northwest Alaska are landing huge catches.

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