This year’s El Niño weather pattern could mean more storms for southern Alaska
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has declared this year’s climate to be an El Niño year, based on Pacific Ocean conditions.
Judge rules traditional tribal values can stay in Ketchikan schools
After a two-day trial, a Ketchikan Superior Court judge ruled that a list of 14 traditional tribal values can keep their place in Ketchikan schools.
Tlingit and Haida, Tanana Chiefs Conference withdraw from Alaska Federation of Natives
The Central Council of the Tlingit & Haida Indian Tribes of Alaska said Monday that it would withdraw from the Alaska Federation of Natives.
Anchorage School Board reconsiders change to start times
Anchorage school start times could be rearranged under a proposal the school board is considering, and possibly voting on, at its meeting Tuesday night.
Trial underway for Washington man accused of killing Ketchikan surgeon
Jordan Joplin, 38, is accused of killing Dr. Eric Garcia and attempting to ship his valuables to Washington in 2017.
Nenana Ice Classic ends a day after tripod’s fall
According to an Ice Classic organization post, this year's game officially ended at 4:01 p.m. Alaska Standard Time Monday.
Two Anchorage Assembly members call on Judy Eledge to resign
The deputy library director has made racist comments toward Alaska Natives and is the subject of numerous workplace complaints.
Denali National Park officials say 2 missing men likely fell while climbing
Rangers say the climbers’ tracks led into the path of an avalanche on Moose’s Tooth.
High prices and lengthy waitlists: How Alaska’s child care crisis is impacting Anchorage families
The lack of available and affordable child care means some people are quitting their jobs, considering moving out of state or putting a big chunk of their income toward daycare.
People could only own one short-term rental unit in Alaska under new House bill
They would also have to register it with the state. The bill aims to boost availability of housing.
Public hearing set for wrongful termination payouts for 2 former Anchorage city employees
Confidentiality around legal matters and personnel issues will make discussion awkward on May 23, said the Assembly chair.
Your photos could help scientists predict spring floods and track climate change
UAF’s Fresh Eyes on Ice program uses photos contributed by the public to monitor river ice.
Drones could make Juneau’s avalanche monitoring faster and more precise
The new project with drone maker DJI will try to get a bigger picture than fieldwork trips with more frequent, automated drone flights.
Hooligan fisherman rescued from Turnagain Arm mud
It’s Girdwood firefighters’ first save of the year from the quicksand-like flats, which can trap people in rising tides.
With Alaskans’ help, Ukrainian woman gets much-needed supplies to her war-torn country
Her name is Olga Shpak, and she was recently in Alaska to talk about where the supplies are going and what she's seen as the war in Ukraine has progressed.
Ketchikan City Council looks for ways to boost sales tax revenue from marijuana
At a recent meeting, the Ketchikan City Council took another step toward allowing two more local marijuana shops.
State-owned corporation asks for $5.6M to keep Alaska gas pipeline quest alive
Without the money, the Alaska Gasline Development Corp. will shut down, said its president, Frank Richards.
Biden wants airlines to pay passengers whose flights are hit by preventable delays
No airline currently offers cash compensation in addition to refunds or amenities. The White House plans to change that.
Rural Alaska could lose out on critical water and waste infrastructure state funding
Bethel leaders are asking whether the state is making a good-faith effort to financially support sustainable water and sewer services in rural Alaska.
The Sullivan Arena closes as Anchorage’s emergency shelter
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