Wave of coronavirus infections in Cordova shuts down seafood processor
The COVID spike in Cordova comes as much of Alaska experiences a sharp rise in coronavirus cases. Health officials say the latest wave of infections is mostly driven by the highly-contagious delta variant infecting unvaccinated people.
‘It’s been a long two years’: First large cruise ship since 2019 docks in Juneau
Juneau residents have mixed feelings about the ship’s arrival amid an uptick an COVID-19 cases, but for the most part, the feeling at the dock and inside downtown businesses on Friday was one of hope.
Alaska GOP gives Murkowski a thumbs down. Nationally, Republicans still give her campaign cash.
The state party wants Murkowski to lose, but to L48 Republicans, she's still got it.
Federal fisheries officials raise concern over Kensington Mine expansion
An 88-foot dam in place now to hold back about 4 million tons of liquid mine waste that contains heavy metals from the ore. This tailing treatment facility, formerly known as Lower Slate Lake, lies upstream from Berners Bay which makes conservationists — and some federal regulators — nervous should it ever fail.
Ahead of special session, Alaska lawmakers consider phasing in PFD changes along with new revenue
The Alaska Legislature has nine days to go before the scheduled start of a special session. And it’s not yet clear whether a working group of lawmakers will recommend proposals the rest can consider during the session.
Seward’s Lydia Jacoby cruises through Olympic semifinal
Lydia Jacoby, 17 from Seward, cruised through her Olympic semi-final, winning her heat and posting the third-fastest time of the day in the women's 100-meter breaststroke.
‘Utterly confusing’ campaign reporting leads to $52,650 fine recommendation for Bronson campaign
The Bronson campaign's finance reports were not "even close to compliant" until the day of the run-off election, according to staff from the Alaska Public Offices Commission.
It happened: Someone on a large cruise ship in Juneau has tested positive for COVID-19
A city official says the individual did not circulate in Juneau as a tourist, but will leave the capital city by air ambulance. The city is working with the cruise lines and the state’s health department to respond.
Veterans Affairs requires COVID-19 vaccination for health care workers
The Department of Veterans Affairs on Monday became the first major federal agency to require health care workers to get COVID-19 vaccines.
Seward’s Lydia Jacoby wins gold in Tokyo Olympics
Lydia Jacoby won Alaska’s first Olympic swimming gold medal Monday night, beating the world and Olympic record holders in the women’s 100-meter breaststroke.
How a man survived a bear attack during a morning walk in Seward
Almost five years ago, Ronn Hemstock went for his regular 6 a.m. walk around the airport runway in Seward with his dog, Dax. It wasn't long until his morning stroll turned terrifying.
Destiny helps Anchorage woman find missing diamond setting
Danielle Wakefield was devastated when she discovered the diamond had fallen out of her ring, the only thing she had from her late father. Then, she put a message on Facebook asking for help.
Troopers identify 2 people killed in Chugach small plane crash
The wreckage was found in a steep, mountainous area of Eagle River Valley in Chugach State Park. Recovery efforts were underway throughout the day Tuesday.
Anchorage epidemiologist Janet Johnston resigns
Johnston’s resignation comes at a key moment for city government, as a new mayor, Dave Bronson, was sworn in last month.
CDC urges vaccinated people to mask up indoors in places with high virus transmission
In a reversal of its earlier position, the agency is now recommending that some fully vaccinated people wear masks indoors if they live in areas with significant or high spread, which includes most of Alaska.
Leaders of Alaska’s largest hospitals issue stark warning as COVID-19 surge continues
One Anchorage hospital has postponed non-emergency surgeries, and health care executives around the state pleaded with Alaskans to get vaccinated during an unusual news conference Tuesday.
‘If it’s so good, why are you bribing me?’: The quandary of vaccine incentives
Cash has a way of lowering vaccine hesitancy, but not for everyone.
Interior stalls aerial survey in Izembek Refuge, says Murkowski
The state is conducting surveys in the refuge to advance a controversial road for King Cove. It needs permits to continue.
White House considering vaccine mandate for federal workers
The White House is strongly considering requiring federal employees to show proof they’ve been vaccinated against the coronavirus or otherwise submit to regular testing and wear a mask — a potentially major shift in policy that reflects growing concerns about the spread of the more infectious delta variant.
How Alaska cruise towns are handling COVID-19 arriving on ships
The cruise tourism restart after a nearly two-year hiatus is bringing hope for a revived economy, but also concerns about the safety of the tourists and Alaskans alike.