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Seeking Protection, Wanting Justice
Disparities in Sexual Assault Crimes in Nome
Part 4 – Seeking Justice, Wanting Protection: Disparities in Sexual Assault Crimes in Nome
This is the fourth in a five-part series called “Seeking Protection, Wanting Justice” that explores the community dynamics around sexual assault in Nome, and efforts by law enforcement to heal long-standing mistrust within the Alaska Native community.
Part 3 – Seeking Justice, Wanting Protection: Disparities in Sexual Assault Crimes in Nome
This is the third in a five-part series called “Seeking Protection, Wanting Justice” that explores the community dynamics around sexual assault in Nome, and efforts by law enforcement to heal long-standing mistrust within the Alaska Native community.
Part 2 – Seeking Protection, Wanting Justice: Disparities in Sexual Assault Crimes in Nome
This is the second in a five-part series called “Seeking Protection, Wanting Justice” that explores the community dynamics around sexual assault in Nome. Other segments deal with law enforcement and prosecution, but this part focuses on victim experiences.
Profiles
Meet the Three Candidates Vying to be Nome’s Next Mayor
Nome’s 2020 Municipal Election is scheduled for Tuesday, October 6th. Although there are several seats up for grabs, only one has multiple candidates running for the same position: Nome’s Mayor.
Nome-Beltz Teacher Receives STEM Grant for Research Lab Kits, to Develop Young Scientists
Dr. Anthony Husemann, a full-time science teacher at NBHS, received $5000 in grant money to serve as a mentor for Nome students to be able to conduct science research independently, as well as to develop STEM projects.
Carol Seppilu: Running for Life
In the last ten years, Seppilu has been actively running all over the Nome area. Her love for running is fueled by a deeper purpose: to promote suicide prevention.
Public Safety
Trial for Teller Man Could be Scheduled Soon as Jury Trials Resume in Nome
Nome courthouse staff confirm Bradley Gene Okpealuk was arraigned this morning and his case now moves onto a trial. In-person jury trials resumed in Nome earlier this month.
Local Shismaref GoFundMe Organized to Aid Victims of House Fire
A local Shishmaref fundraiser is aiding residents who lost their home in a fire early Sunday morning. Law enforcement say other crimes took place leading up to the blaze that same day.
Federal Case Against Man From Aniak
On Thursday last week, the U.S. Attorney’s office in Alaska announced that 35-year-old Alfred Morgan of Aniak had been indicted on federal gun charges.
COVID-19
Five COVID-19 Cases Active in Norton Sound, Two of Them in Koyuk
Two separate cases of COVID-19 have been identified in two different communities over the last two days. There are now five active cases in the Norton Sound region.
Nome Council to Examine COVID-19 Impact on City Finances and Approve $11 Million NJUS Budget
Tonight the Nome Common Council will review how COVID-19 has impacted city finances during the first half of the fiscal year while they begin planning budget amendments.
First Publicly Confirmed Case of COVID-19 in Koyuk
A resident of Koyuk has tested positive for COVID-19. Norton Sound Health Corporation announced the latest case was identified yesterday.
Environment & Climate
Recovery Crews Responding to Fuel Spill Near Wales School
Crews in Wales continue to recover hundreds of gallons of diesel fuel spilled near the Kingikmiut School last week.
Offshore SeaBirds Feel Effects of Warmer Ocean Waters
Coastal seabirds have experienced significant die-offs in Western Alaska the past few years. But recent results suggest that offshore birds are also feeling the impact of low ice and warming ocean temperatures in the Bering Sea.
USCG Cutter Polar Star Completes 12-Week Deployment in Bering Strait Region
The US Coast Guard’s sole heavy icebreaker, Polar Star, recently broke the nation’s 40-year winter absence from the Arctic Circle.