Tsunami program that informs Alaskans of the danger is itself at risk
It funds maps, sirens and education. "Losing this program, really, at the end of the day could mean deaths in Alaska," says a state official.
States beyond Alaska were surprised by COVID education grant requirement, expert says
State lawmakers got some perspective on a COVID-related education funding dispute between Alaska and the federal government on Wednesday.
Man serving life sentence in Georgia accused of sending bomb to Anchorage courthouse
David Cassady, 55, allegedly mailed bombs to Anchorage's federal courthouse and Washington, D.C. in 2020 as he served a life sentence.
This farm is the only Grade “A” goat dairy in Alaska
“I kind of joked that I started a Grade “A” dairy with a “C” team,” said Kelli Foreman who runs Kodiak's Heritage Farm and Ranch.
New work season opens for Denali Park Road bridge
The $100 million Pretty Rocks Bridge will cross the site of a landslide that has closed the road at Mile 45 since 2021.
Anchorage police arrest man who allegedly exposed himself to girls at Alaska Club
Police say Natchez Dunlap, 41, is charged with indecent exposure in a Feb. 10 incident at the Alaska Club's location in South Anchorage.
Juneau Assembly sticks with plan to relocate city-run homeless camp
The new planned site, near the city's indoor cold weather shelter, has faced pushback from business owners in the area who fear higher crime.
City and cruise lines agree to conceptual cruise visitor limits in Juneau
City Tourism Manager Alix Pierce says the agreement is still far from final. If approved, the limits would go into effect during the 2026 season.
Alaska school year could start in September under new proposal
The later start date would allow students to spend more time on subsistence activities and working in construction or tourism jobs.
Supporters of Alaska election system file suit seeking to block repeal initiative
Plaintiffs say the Alaska Division of Elections wrongly certified petitions in favor of the repeal of open primaries and ranked choice voting.
Taiwan emerges remarkably unscathed after massive earthquake
The day after the Asian island's worst quake in a quarter century, most residents cannot stop talking about how much worse it could have been.
Alaska Pacific University will partner with Seattle U to offer the state’s first dual MBA/law program
Alaska Pacific University will begin offering a dual law and masters of business administration program this fall. The program is in partnership with Seattle University.
More revisions needed after partial federal approval of key state transportation plan
The delayed approval process is not likely to bog down construction this summer, Alaska Transportation Commissioner Ryan Anderson told lawmakers.
NOAA responds to entangled whale in Unalaska’s Iliuliuk Bay
Authorities are gathering images and information to coordinate helping an entangled humpback in Unalaska’s Iliuliuk Bay.
Complex Care, with guest host Dr. Anne Zink | Line One
How do we better care for patients with complex needs? On this Line One, guest host Dr. Anne Zink and her guests discuss complex care.
Discussing the 2024 legislative session | Talk of Alaska
What is the current tone of debate at the capitol? We talk with reporters covering this year's legislative session on this Talk of Alaska.
In fundraising pitch, Iditarod planners say financial woes could jeopardize epic sled dog race
The message comes at a time when major Iditarod sponsors have dropped out, and inflation has increased the cost of participation.
Taiwan is hit by its strongest earthquake in nearly 25 years
At least nine people died in the 7.4 magnitude quake, which collapsed buildings and created a tsunami that washed ashore in southern Japan.
Bronson and LaFrance prepare for runoff in Anchorage mayoral election
Suzanne LaFrance has roughly 600 more votes than incumbent Mayor Dave Bronson, according to the tally posted Tuesday night.
Anchorage school bond passing and public bathroom bond failing in early results
A bond to pay for cemetery projects was also failing Tuesday night, while bonds for ambulances, trail upgrades and road projects were passing.