LISTEN: Alaska bumblebees are master twerkers thriving in an unfriendly climate
As bumblebees have declined in parts of the Lower 48, they're apparently thriving in Alaska, even in the high Arctic. But entomologists want to know more.
Cool, wet weather helps temper wildfire near Chena Hot Springs Resort
Cool, wet weather helped temper a wildfire burning near a popular resort near Fairbanks, a fire official said Wednesday.
Beware of ‘shrinkflation,’ inflation’s devious cousin
Products are shrinking. Only some people are noticing.
Protected portion of Alaska Permanent Fund grows by $4B thanks to apparent mistake
Gov. Mike Dunleavy said he was going to veto the transfer. But his office failed to cross out the lines in the actual budget bill delivered back to the Legislature.
Reborn Ravn eyes launch of Asian routes for 2022
The company, which right now operates solely inside Alaska, would fly between Asian hubs and destinations in the Lower 48, with stops in Anchorage for passengers to clear customs — and, potentially, to visit some tourist attractions.
Installation of long-awaited water plant underway in Tuluksak
A long-awaited water plant has arrived in Tuluksak after a fire destroyed the community’s only source of running water back in January 2021. Efforts to ship the new portable water plant to Tuluksak have been underway since the winter.
Black bear enters camper near Seward, scratches sleeping man’s leg
The bear had entered the man’s camper through an open door, said Alaska State Troopers.
As Munson Creek wildfire grows, Chena Hot Springs stays open
The Munson Creek Fire near Chena Hot Springs East of Fairbanks is burning nearly 20,000 acres and is just a half-mile from Chena Hot Springs Resort. Yesterday, residents along the last few miles of the road were ordered to evacuate. But the resort itself still taking in new visitors.
Here’s what we know about the new Anchorage mayor’s plan for a massive homeless shelter
Anchorage Mayor Dave Bronson’s proposal to build a massive, temporary structure to shelter homeless people and get them connected with services has drawn mixed reactions from the public and assembly members. Here’s what we know so far about the proposal, the controversy, and its prospects.
At Anchorage farm, refugees in Alaska gain training and economic opportunity
The Mountain View farm took the place of a vacant parking lot. Today it’s tended by more than 20 immigrant and refugee farmers who live in Anchorage.
Sportfishing group asks anglers to release big Kenai kings, even though Fish and Game says run is strong
The Department of Fish and Game says that king salmon have reached their early run escapement goals and that its okay to keep them. But some anglers worry that forecasters are being optimistic and that keeping large fish could threaten the long-term health of the run.
Fire forces evacuation order for residents near Chena Hot Springs, east of Fairbanks
The state Division of Forestry announced the evacuation Monday afternoon for anyone from Mile 48 of Chena Hot Springs Road to Mile 56.
Ask a Climatologist: How does a hot Pacific Northwest affect Alaska?
In most of Southcentral, if you ask somebody about June, they'll likely say it's been cool. And that would not be true, says National Weather Service climate researcher Brian Brettschneider, who's back for another Ask a Climatologist segment.
After her daughter’s death by suicide at JBER, a mother presses military for reform
Carey Harris Stickford is telling the story of her daughter’s death to highlight what she sees as major lapses in the military’s response. And she wants changes to how the military handles sexual assault investigations, mental health and harassment of LGBTQ troops.
University of Alaska will cover thousands of student scholarships until lawmakers reach deal
The Alaska Performance Scholarship and the Alaska Education Grant programs provide students across the state with vital funds for their studies.
Katmai visitor has minor injuries after ‘swatted’ by bear
It’s the first time a bear has made physical contact with one of the park’s visitors since 2018.
Dunleavy vetoes PFD funding from state budget, says dividends must be funded in special session
Dunleavy announced the veto as part of a larger list of line-item vetoes he announced on Thursday, a day after he signed the budget.
Bronson’s campaign downplayed COVID-19. But his administration plans few changes to health policy.
While Dave Bronson downplayed COVID-19 on the campaign trail, questioned the existence of the pandemic and hasn't been vaccinated, Anchorage’s new health director says the virus is a very serious threat, and that he’s a “firm believer” in vaccines.
Gov. Dunleavy requests new nominees for Alaska Supreme Court seat
In a letter to the council, Dunleavy wrote “the slate of candidates put forward could be expanded to reflect the balance and diversity in philosophy and Alaskan experience requisite to adequately make a fair choice for the people of Alaska.”
Bronson issues directives on guns, COVID rules for city employees, finances
A new mayor took the reins of Alaska’s largest city on Thursday. Dave Bronson was officially sworn in at a breakfast ceremony at the Marriott Hotel in Downtown Anchorage.