Peltola says she’s still grieving but ready to return to work in Congress
The Alaska congresswoman will return to a speaker-less U.S. House where some are floating an idea she's familiar with: bipartisan leadership.
A traditional Unangax̂ boat sails for the first time in over 200 years
https://youtu.be/_Ka9-tBUweg
It’s been about 200 years since Russian colonizers demolished the last remaining examples of large Unangax̂ boats called a niĝilax̂. The wooden framed boats...
Alaska fishermen will be allowed to harvest lucrative red king crab in the Bering Sea
It's the first time in two years fisherman can harvest the crab, offering a slight reprieve to the beleaguered fishery.
For Anchorage’s homeless residents, the path out is precarious and rarely straight
Shelter beds opening up soon are a stepping stone to stability. But a bad choice, a bad actor or bad luck can quickly reverse progress.
New AEDC president focused on making Anchorage more attractive to workers
Jenna Wright, the Anchorage Economic Development Corp.'s new head, says the city needs to become more desirable and affordable to workers.
AFN convention launches Oct. 18 with exhibit honoring veterans
The 2023 Alaska Federation of Natives convention, preceded by the Elders and Youth Conference, will start in Anchorage in less than two weeks.
Researchers say Unangax knowledge can help solve the mystery of Unalaska’s ancient bear bones
There are no bears today on Unalaska and Amaknak Islands, where the bones were found, and no historical records of bears ever living there.
Bering Sea crab surveys show populations still low a year after marquee Alaska harvests closed
With snow crab and red king crab stocks still ailing, state officials are due to decide soon whether harvests will be allowed in the coming year.
This Fat Bear Week, take a look at the scientific reasons bears need to bulk up
Fat Bear Week's brown bears can lose one-third of their body weight over the course of hibernation, so they really need all the food they can get.
Anchorage gets 4.2 wake-up jolt from Friday quake
According to the U.S. Geological Survey, the 6:01 a.m. temblor struck about 2.5 miles west of Anchorage at a depth of about 24.6 miles.
Alaska’s U.S. senators pair help for Ukraine with border funds
Sending money overseas for Ukraine’s defense has become controversial among Republicans.
Palmer voters approve bond for new library
The roof of the library collapsed under a heavy snow load in February and the city has provided a temporary library at an alternate site since May.
‘The epitome of school spirit’: Alaska high schools embrace marching bands
Marching bands are a staple at high school and college football games across the Lower 48. In Alaska, though, only a few schools have them.
Anchorage police will start outfitting officers with body cameras in mid-November
The implementation of the cameras comes two-and-a-half years after Anchorage voters approved a $1.8 million tax increase to purchase the equipment.
Donlin Mine project in Southwest Alaska facing legal challenges over water impacts
State permits allowing water use by the proposed Donlin Gold mine face new legal challenges from opponents of the huge project in Southwest Alaska.
Scammers posing as a local contractor are targeting Juneau flood victims
At least one Juneau resident has lost more than $50,000 after paying fraudulent bills sent by someone posing as a local contractor.
Army names soldiers killed in vehicle crash near Salcha
Spcs. Jeremy Daniel Evans and Brian Joshua Snowden died after the Monday crash of their tactical vehicle, which also injured 12 other soldiers on board.
Fat Bear Week honors Katmai’s healthy ecosystems
“Each bear in Fat Bear Week is an individual with a unique story to tell about life and survival," said naturalist Mike Fitz.
Regulators cite Red Dog mine owner for 13 safety violations
"We addressed these violations immediately," said a spokesperson for Canada-based Teck Alaska.
Environmental group plans lawsuit over 2 species of Arctic Alaska ice seals
The Center for Biological Diversity says the National Marine Fisheries Service has failed to create recovery plans for ringed and bearded seals.