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Opioid overdoses nationwide have declined significantly since fall of 2023, but not in Alaska. One thing Alaska experts suggest is increasing access to a medication that is highly effective, safe and straightforward.

The Alaska Department of Fish and Game said two animals died during or shortly after the raid, which comes amid a years-long saga between Kroschel Films Wildlife Center and the state.

Clara Mattice, 85, died after she was struck June 19 on DeArmoun Road. Police are also seeking a pickup truck in a June 8 collision at Benson Boulevard and C Street.

Medications like buprenorphine are important tools in the spectrum of care for opioid use disorder, so why is there so much stigma around their use?

Looking to stay in town for July Fourth? Or take a road trip? Here are seven ways to celebrate.

It's the finale and two rounds of cooking remain before one of the finalists gets named the winner.

Health officials say a woman died this spring from a disseminated gonococcal infection, a rare but severe complication of untreated gonorrhea.

The senator voted yes after overnight negotiations to add more Alaska benefits to the bill. The legislation passed 51-50 and goes next to the House.

The ordinance, which targets drivers ducking into parking lots to bypass traffic lights or stop signs, passed unanimously. It takes effect July 18.

The Republican megabill cuts trillions in taxes, while scaling back spending on Medicaid and other federal programs. It now heads to the House, where some GOP lawmakers are signaling major objections.