Josh Edge, APRN - Anchorage
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Alaska Airlines buys Virgin America for $2.6B
Alaska Airlines is acquiring West Coast-based airline Virgin America for $2.6 billion dollars - around $57 dollars per share.
Study evaluates economic impact of ‘quiet recreation’ on BLM lands
Normally when we hear about the value of territory managed by the Bureau of Land Management, it's in the context of how the land can be used for oil and gas development, mineral extraction, or ranching. But, a recent study by an outside group takes a look at other economic benefits of the land. Download Audio
UAA women prepare for national title game against Lubbock Christian
The University of Alaska Anchorage's women's basketball team is playing in the program's first-ever NCAA Division II national championship game on Monday, where the Seawolves will face off against Lubbock Christian in Indianapolis. Download Audio
Municipality updating Anchorage’s dated land use plan
The Municipality of Anchorage is well on its way to producing an updated land use plan for the Anchorage Bowl. The map currently in use has not been updated since 1982. Download Audio
Brent Sass arrives in Cripple, then takes off toward Ruby
Eureka musher Brent Sass has made it to the Cripple. Sass checked in shortly after noon Thursday, making him the first musher who has taken the mandatory 24-hour layover.
Dallas Seavey leads Iditarod field between Ophir, Cripple
Reigning Iditarod champion Dallas Seavey, of Willow, leads the field Wednesday morning, spending about 5 minutes in the Ophir checkpoint before continuing on toward Cripple at 2:21 a.m.
Petit takes early lead en route to Rainy Pass
Girdwood musher Nicolas Petit has taken an early lead in the 2016 Iditarod. He's approaching the Rainy Pass checkpoint, which stands 153 miles into the race.
AK: Local start-up leverages social media to bring beard oil to Alaskans
Two local musicians in Anchorage are diving beards-first into the business of male grooming products. They're going for a style reminiscent of Don Draper mixed with well-groomed mountain man. I spent an afternoon at company – or apartment kitchen – headquarters to find out a little bit more. Download Audio
Regents endorse UA President’s plan to streamline university system
The University of Alaska Board of Regents has endorsed UA President Jim Johnsen's plan to restructure the university system, as it faces continuing declines in state funding.
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Alaska’s Future campaign urges lawmakers to tap Permanent Fund
An unlikely coalition of Alaskans, ranging from business and union leaders, to Alaska Native Corporations and past politicians, are launching the Alaska's Future campaign. The initiative is promoting long-term solutions to the state's fiscal crisis, and the group says the Permanent Fund needs to play a crucial role.
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North Slope crude hits 3rd-lowest mark since 2009
Crude prices continue to fall across the United States -- with Brent Crude Oil setting an 11-year low, dipping below $33 per barrel Thursday morning. Alaska North Slope crude is following a similar track, coming in at $34.82 per barrel on Jan. 5 - the most recently-reported price.
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Three indicted in December double homicide in Anchorage
Three defendants were indicted Wednesday for their roles in a late-December double homicide in Anchorage that resulted in the deaths of Jeramyha Talauega and Robin Porter.
15-year-old in custody for double homicide
Police are investigating an apparent double homicide in a south Anchorage residence. APD responded Tuesday to a residence located on the 3600 block of Spinnaker Drive just before 7 p.m.
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Alaska Chamber of Commerce gears up for annual legislative fly-in
Around 100 business owners and industry leaders will head to Juneau during the upcoming legislative session as part of the Alaska Chamber of Commerce's annual legislative fly-in to speak with lawmakers about issues affecting the state's business climate.
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High winds, downed lines cut power to thousands from Willow to Cooper Landing
High winds and falling trees cut power to thousands of residents today throughout the Mat-Su, Anchorage, and down the Kenai Peninsula as far as Cooper Landing.
Early morning Mat-Su outage leaves up to 20K without power
As many as 20,000 Matanuska-Susitna residents have been without power this morning due to wind.
Alaska IDs good for air travel through at least October 2016
The state of Alaska has been granted an extension until October 2016 to meet the requirements of the federal Real ID Act.
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Anchorage Chamber announces 2016 legislative priorities
The Anchorage Chamber of Commerce this week released its legislative priorities for the upcoming session.
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Police arrest 2nd suspect in Anchorage double homicide
A second person has been arrested in connection to Monday's double homicide in west Anchorage. Linda Chattell, 26, was taken into custody Tuesday night and is charged with second degree murder, manslaughter and misconduct involving a controlled substance.
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Murkowski claims several Alaska victories in year-end spending, tax bills
Congress has agreed on a year-end spending and tax package, though the final votes in the House and Senate have yet to be taken. The legislation sets federal funding levels for the next year and extends several tax breaks.