Anchorage
After two years, Anchorage is set to have a permanent health director
Kim Rash had been serving in a temporary capacity since her predecessor resigned in the midst of a scandal. Now she’s been hired as the permanent director.
Anchorage reaches its 30th homicide of 2024 after recent deaths
The 2024 death toll from homicides in Alaska's largest city remains behind its record of 37 in 2017.
ASD to release plan to close schools, redraw middle school boundaries in November
The state’s largest school district plans to reduce schools due to declining enrollment.
Anchorage FBI seeks suspect who has robbed 3 credit unions in a month
The FBI says the man “should be considered armed and dangerous.”
Young Alaskans collaborate with Indigenous artists to produce music about culture, family and home
Organizers of the workshop said they hoped it encouraged participants to think about pursuing music, to increase the number of Alaska Native artists.
Teen driver charged with DUI, manslaughter in deadly South Anchorage crash
Stefan Shearer, 17, is also accused of evidence tampering in the Monday crash along Bluebell Drive in South Anchorage.
Anchorage prosecutor shortage leads to hundreds of criminal cases dismissed
City officials are working to hire more prosecutors, and state prosecutors were said to be stepping in to help.
Man fatally shot in East Anchorage; police seeking suspect
Police responded early Tuesday to a man found dead on Rocky Mountain Court, near Russian Jack Springs Park.
From aviation to meteorology, Anchorage students explore careers at district expo
Over 100 businesses participated, and the district hopes to add more businesses to the event next year.
Couple arrested in fatal Anchorage shooting
Treyndon Lewis, 42, was fatally shot in Anchorage's Mountain View neighborhood. Police have arrested two people.
Thousands of Alaska Natives to gather in Anchorage
"The Convention is the largest representative annual gathering in the United States of Native peoples," the Alaska Federation of Natives says.
Man who tried to burn down Anchorage apartment building charged officers with knife, police say
Patrick Moran, 34, was charged with arson, assault, criminal mischief and reckless endangerment in the Saturday incident.
Man fatally shot after running at an officer with a knife made several 911 calls, Anchorage police say
James Afuvai, 24, allegedly told officers he was in trouble and that shots had been fired nearby. Police “weren't able to find any sort of crime scene or area where there was somebody else in danger.”
Anchorage Assembly considers ballot proposition that would introduce a 3% sales tax
If approved, supporters estimate it would generate about $180 million in annual revenue for the city.
Meet Natasha, the Alaska Zoo’s new tiger
She’s 11 years old, about 300 pounds and arrived in Anchorage this week on a FedEx flight.
That mysterious animal spotted in Anchorage? Likely not a wolf, Fish and Game says
Photos of the animal recently circulated widely online, prompting a flurry of debate about whether the animal was a wolf or just a dog.
LaFrance proposes selling $2M tent-like building that prior administration wanted to use as a homeless shelter
Mayor Suzanne LaFrance says the Port of Alaska will pay the roughly $2.4 million the city initially bought the structure for.
In reversal, Anchorage Assembly approves $250K settlement with Demboski
“As much as it pains me to pass out money like this, I do think this is in the best interest of the city at this time,” said Assembly member Karen Bronga.
After several years, Bettye Davis East High swim team returns to school pool
Thunderbird swimmers and divers had not practiced at Bettye Davis East for about five years due to a lifeguard shortage.
Anchorage School District braces for another significant budget deficit
The district’s CFO says the deficit will likely be between $64-84 million without an increase in state funding.
City of Anchorage approves $300K settlement for former police officer who sued over racial discrimination
Jared Tuia, who is Samoan and spent more than 20 years in policing, alleged that he was passed over for three different promotions.
On Eklutna River restoration, governor’s decision leaves door open for more ambitious idea
Anchorage Assembly Chair Chris Constant says he’s cautiously optimistic about the decision, and applauded the governor’s thoughtful approach.
For the second time, Anchorage Assembly rejects paying legal settlement to Bronson’s ousted municipal manager
Amy Demboski sued the city, alleging she was fired in retaliation for bringing up concerns of illegal and unethical activities to former Mayor Bronson.
Mayor LaFrance highlights winter shelter plan and snow plowing in proposed budget
The proposed budget is roughly $645 million, about $20 million more than last year’s. LaFrance said it’s about $200,000 under the tax cap.
Here’s how 3 Alaskans are spending their PFD
The dividend landed in bank accounts across the state Oct. 3. The total amount includes a normal dividend of $1,403.83 plus a $298.17 energy relief payment.
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