3 seafood processors announce closures, selloffs following historic price collapse for Alaska fishing industry
Three major seafood processors in Alaska have announced plans to sell off their plants or temporarily close for the upcoming fishing seasons. Trident, Peter Pan Seafood Company and most recently OBI Seafoods – just last month – have all cited turbulent market conditions for their decisions.
Weavers will study ‘secrets in the weavings’ of historic Chilkat robe returned to Southeast Alaska
The robe is now in Sealaska Heritage Institute’s archives and collections department. Next month, weavers will start learning from it.
How do you use Buy Now, Pay Later? It likely depends on your credit score
New research finds that people who use it the most tend to use it like a credit card, instead of a credit card. And that's regardless of income.
Federal highway officials reject Alaska transportation plan, citing 24 pages of flaws
Alaska’s summer construction season would be disrupted unless the state can fix the flaws before the end of the month.
Avalanche near Cooper Landing kills 28-year-old skier
Recent high winds and rapidly changing weather in Southcentral increase the potential for avalanches in the backcountry.
A moose on the loose: Combat shopping in an Anchorage Costco parking lot
Shopper Amber Rotar said the moose started showing too much interest in the bell peppers in her cart.
Polaris and snowmachine rider who hit sled dog team charged with reckless driving
Three dogs were killed in the crash on the Denali Highway east of Cantwell.
What is Alaskapox? Recent death brings attention to virus seen in small animals
What are the symptoms of Alaskapox? How does the virus spread? The Associated Press answers those questions and more.
Funding remains a key sticking point in education bill debate
Leaders of the state House and Senate say they've found some common ground, but education funding remains a key sticking point.
Your questions answered on snow loads and roof collapses | Talk of Alaska
It’s been an especially snowy winter in many Alaska communities, and with heavy snowfall comes the yearly question, should I shovel my roof?
In Anchorage catfish killing, Denali Brehmer gets 99 years behind bars
The 23-year-old pleaded guilty to first-degree murder in February 2023 for the killing of 19-year-old Cynthia Hoffman north of Anchorage in 2019.
Anchorage building officials are trying to identify roofs prone to fail under heavy snow
Anchorage roofing companies have been slammed with snow removal jobs amid record snowfall and a series of collapses.
Federal judge dismisses lawsuit brought by former Alaska Sen. Reinbold against Alaska Airlines
Reinbold, a Republican from Eagle River, had challenged Alaska Airlines’ decision to ban her from its flights.
Sullivan votes for Ukraine aid bill, saying the money will boost America’s industrial base
Sullivan says it will fight authoritarian aggression globally and rev up America’s capacity to make weapons, ammunition and war ships.
Bill to provide free access to Cook Inlet seismic surveys moves forward
House Resources Committee chair Rep. Tom McKay, R-Anchorage, said he believes the proposal could spur more drilling.
Unalaska woman breaks the internet with eagles TikTok video
Eryn Whitter's viral video opens with a dirty bald eagle, milling around by itself. Then she pans to another eagle. And another. And another. And another.
Nellie Moore leaves behind a huge footprint in Native journalism
Nellie Moore was one of the first Indigenous reporters in Alaska, who could sew an atikluk as well as stitch news and information into stories that made a difference.
Raymond Alexie wins Bogus Creek 150 Sled Dog Race
The 20-year-old crossed the finish line in Bethel early Sunday, winning the 150-mile race for the second year in a row.
Green energy advocates say Anchorage utility ‘freezing out’ efforts for gas-saving price structure
An Anchorage nonprofit wants state regulators to force Chugach Electric Association to hand over detailed data on customers’ energy consumption.
Violent crime is dropping fast in the U.S. — even if Americans don’t believe it
In 2020, the United States experienced one of its most dangerous years in decades. But in 2023, crime in America looked very different.