From Juneau to Fairbanks, new Toyostoves are malfunctioning in cold weather
Alaskan stove technicians say Toyo’s mid-sized stoves are failing in cold weather, and there’s no consensus about why it’s happening.
Alaska lawmakers work to lower barriers to eligibility for in-state scholarships
The Alaska Performance Scholarship reported its lowest eligibility rate ever last year.
‘High hopes for the future’: Brent Sass scores his fifth Yukon Quest win
Amanda Otto, a former semi-pro soccer player, surprised the field of top mushers to finish in second place.
An advisor to Anchorage’s mayor is at the center of several controversies. So who is Larry Baker anyway?
According to the Anchorage Daily News, Baker was a key figure in halting plans for a long-sought drug and alcohol treatment center.
As state grapples with food stamp backlog, an Anchorage middle school steps up to feed families
When principal Marcus Wilson found out about one student’s family struggling to get food, he sent out a message to all families to see if it was a bigger issue. And it was.
Weddings are resuming at Alaska courthouses — here’s how to get married in Alaska
Whether you go to a courthouse or not, getting married in Alaska can be an easy process, and anyone can conduct the ceremony.
Kelly Tshibaka takes on a new opponent: Alaska ranked choice voting
Preserve Democracy, launched by Republican Kelly Tshibaka after her failed U.S. Senate bid, seeks to stop ranked choice voting in Alaska.
Biden’s fentanyl position draws support from Alaska’s chief medical officer
Anne Zink said she welcomes President Biden's efforts to prevent overdoses, make access to treatment equitable and disrupt fentanyl trafficking.
5 takeaways from Biden’s State of the Union address
The president drew a clear distinction with House Republicans, baiting them into several moments of hectoring, while seemingly getting them to agree to not cut Social Security or Medicare.
Peltola’s hire of former Republican legislator sparks outrage among some Alaska progressives
“I was outraged, I got to tell you," says one devoted Democrat. But former Alaska Sen. Tom Begich says Josh Revak was an ally to Democrats.
Anchorage Assembly chair: ‘The mayor’s administration is on fire. It’s burning.’
Mayor Dave Bronson continues to be mum about litany of dysfunction at City Hall and says he has not considered resigning.
It was good to be friends with Anchorage’s mayor. Then the investigations began.
An influential friend of Mayor Dave Bronson is at the center of several of the controversies that have enveloped City Hall.
Sen. Sullivan stresses economic promise of Willow drilling project and military spending in annual address to Legislature
U.S. Sen. Dan Sullivan on Tuesday urged state lawmakers to support the Willow project, ConocoPhillips’ big Arctic drilling proposal.
New Anchorage daycare teaches children in Hmong and English
Chue Hang opened the Hmoob Cultural Center of Alaska in November to help support and educate Hmong people like herself.
Polar bear in fatal Wales attack was in poor health
A polar bear that killed a young mother and her baby last month in western Alaska was likely an older animal in poor physical condition.
Anchorage HR director resigns, citing ‘toxic, hostile, and demoralizing work environment’
Niki Tshibaka’s departure is the latest in a series of resignations and firings among top city officials.
Kale yeah! Sitka chef is among 4 Alaskans nominated for prestigious James Beard awards
Trafton says in the last six years, her culinary voice has strengthened and she’s adapted to the challenges of running a Southeast Alaska restaurant.
‘Noah Loves Kristy’ brings Toksook Bay laughter to TikTok
Noah and Kristy Lincoln reenact scenes from movies and TV shows online, with a twist of Alaska Native humor.
Crab crisis in Bering Sea a sign of ‘borealization’ and big changes in the future, scientists warn
In coming decades, the ocean conditions that triggered the snow crab crash and harvest closure are expected to be common.
More Southeast Alaska communities set to oppose lawsuit that threatens king salmon fishery
Southeast Alaska governments are speaking out against a lawsuit that threatens to shut down trolling for king salmon across the region this year.