KUCB-FM 89.7 Unalaska, AK 🇺🇸

KUCB-FM 89.7 operates from Unalaska, Alaska, serving the crucial Unalaska/Dutch Harbor fishing port community. As a public radio station owned by the City of Unalaska, KUCB provides essential news, information, and cultural programming to a remote region. KUCB is a cornerstone for local government updates, fishing industry news, community events, and weather reports specific to the Aleutian region. KUCB is a critical source for emergency alerts and information, vital given the area's harsh weather and potential for natural disasters like earthquakes and tsunamis. As an NPR affiliate, KUCB broadcasts national programs such as *Morning Edition* and *All Things Considered*, connecting the community to broader events. The station also features cultural programming, highlighting the history and traditions of the Aleutian Islands. KUCB fosters community discussions, interviews local leaders, and covers public meetings, providing a platform for diverse voices. The station extends beyond news by offering music programs and documentaries. KUCB relies on funding from the City of Unalaska, grants from organizations like the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB), listener memberships, and underwriting from local businesses to maintain its operations with a small staff and community volunteers.