Alaska population dipped last year, Census Bureau finds
More people moved out of Alaska than into the state last year, but other population factors nearly offset the loss.
Anchorage Assembly suspends relationship with Russian sister city
The action comes more than a year after Russia invaded Ukraine and Gov. Mike Dunleavy called on Alaska cities to cut these ties.
Anchorage’s latest municipal attorney says public service drew her to the job
Anne Helzer is Mayor Bronson’s fourth pick to lead the city’s legal department. She was well received at her confirmation hearing.
How a longer growing season affects gardening | Alaska Insight
On this Alaska Insight, host Lori Townsend is joined by Anchorage horticulturist Debbie Hinchey and Will Criner, manager of gardens and facilities at the Alaska Botanical Garden to discuss what's new with growing and harvesting in your backyard.
What drew this moose into an Anchorage hospital? Office plants.
There’s “never a dull moment here at the hospital," said director of security Randy Hughes.
Head of Anchorage trash services resigns
It’s the second resignation announcement in Mayor Dave Bronson’s administration in as many days.
Alaskan sentenced in Jan. 6 riot at Capitol tells judge he needs a gun for moose defense
Aaron Mileur was sentenced to two years of probation. He'd like to modify one of the terms.
Gov. Dunleavy creates task force to address Alaska’s child care crisis
“It’s a real issue that needs to be looked at and scrutinized so that we can come up with some models that can help our folks, our families, our mothers,” said the governor.
Alaska hunters with disabilities might someday harvest moose in an Anchorage park, but the plan faces criticism
Ira Edwards says his plan addresses safety concerns, and he says the hunt would provide a much-needed opportunity for hunters with disabilities, while thinning out the moose in Kincaid Park.
Half-mile stretch of Anchorage’s 15th Avenue closed due to sinkhole
A drainage culvert beneath the street failed, causing the sinkhole.
Alaska extends studded-tire removal deadlines in wake of snowy winter
Drivers in much of Alaska including Anchorage will have until May 15 to remove studded tires; those in southern areas will have until May 1.
Y-K Delta women describe the realities of living with climate change for foreign dignitaries
“Every year it seems to get worse,” said Newtok resident Carolyn George.
Anchorage’s police body camera policy is again delayed, frustrating Assembly and community members
Anchorage Assembly members say they may need to take a more hands-on approach to get the body-worn cameras implemented.
Trombley out as Anchorage Mayor Bronson’s chief of staff
Bronson named Mario Bird as acting chief of staff, effective Wednesday. Bird is a lawyer who had previously been rejected to be the city’s municipal attorney.
Juneau shops pull local artist’s books in wake of threatening, anti-trans notes
Two local businesses made statements supporting the trans community and condemning illustrator Mitch Watley’s alleged actions.
Crochet’s comeback: A Siberian Yupik’s modern twist | INDIE ALASKA
Meet Mek, a Siberian Yupik artist in Anchorage who is revolutionizing the world of fashion! Through an amazing talent for crochet, Mek has created some of the most stylish balaclavas, scarves, and crop tops with a modern twist.
Left-of-center candidates lead in most Anchorage Assembly races
Both Anchorage School Board incumbents appear on track to keep their seats.
Initial results show Anchorage voters approving school bond and using marijuana taxes to fund child care
Almost all other ballot propositions were passing. But, there are still thousands of ballots to count in Anchorage’s by-mail city election.
Peltola says charges against Trump further divide Americans
Rep. Mary Peltola avoided passing judgment on former president Donald Trump's indictment Tuesday, but called it "a bleak day for Americans."
Donald Trump pleads not guilty to 34 felony charges
The former president pleaded not guilty Tuesday to 34 counts of falsifying business records arising from hush money paid to a porn actor in 2016.