Posts by Colin O'Connor
Emmonak Man Found Dead In His Home After Alleged Assault
After receiving a report at 3:25am on January 1st, Alaska State Troopers found 39-year-old Brian Agwiak of Emmonak deceased in his residence.
Read MoreAlaska Criminal Justice System Continues to Disproportionately Affect Marginalized Populations
Within Alaska’s criminal justice system, the poor and vulnerable have experienced the greatest impact from the COVID-19 pandemic. KNOM reports on what those in the court system are saying about those affected.
Read MoreThe Time Traveling Adventures of Tommy and Tammy
KNOM’s volunteers: Cathy Rubano, Sophia DeSalvo, and Colin O’Connor, now present you with a KNOM Radio production of the 2020 Annual Christmas Play. Listen as Tommy and Tammy travel back in time to the period before their grandparents were married. Their adventures along the way remind us what Christmas is about, even in tough times.
Read MoreWhite Mountain Search and Rescue Successful, But Travelers Beware
White Mountain Search and Rescue Team successfully rescued an overdue snow machiner outside of White Mountain on Monday, after rough trails left him stranded. Public safety officials warn of poor travel conditions outside of the White Mountain area.
Read MoreNome Jury Rules Elim Elder’s Death Did Not Involve Foul Play
Thomas Saccheus Sr., who went missing in September of last year, received a presumption of death and a Nome Court jury found that his death was caused by exposure to elements.
Read MoreNome Public Safety Commission Still Unable to Review Certain Police Policies
Over a year into its existence, the Nome Public Safety Advisory Commission (PSAC) is encountering challenges in fulfilling its duties, as outlined by City ordinance.
Read MoreUnalakleet Woman Wins on Appeal Against U.S. Air Force for Contaminating Her Land
Emily Nanouk is fighting the U.S. government in court for the health of her family and sanctity of her land. Nanouk’s property was contaminated by toxic chemicals…
Read MoreEight Individuals Arrested During Multi-Agency Drug Bust in Nome
This week the Nome Western Alaska Alcohol and Narcotics Team (WAANT) lead a multi-jurisdictional drug bust that resulted in a seizure of 7 grams of heroin, approximately $4,300 in cash and paraphernalia, as well as 8 individuals arrested.
Read MoreAhead of the 2020 General Election, Here’s What Voters in Western Alaska Need to Know
The general election on Tuesday, November 3rd is ten days away. Western Alaskans have a few options to cast their vote this year.
Read MoreState and Regional Organizations Weigh in on Domestic Violence in Alaska
The Alaska Network on Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault cites that out of every 100 adult women in the state, 50 experience intimate partner violence, sexual assault, or both.
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