Metlakatla man in discredited murder prosecution files federal civil rights lawsuit
Isaac Henderson was 18 when he was charged with murder in connection to his brother’s 2021 death on Alaska’s only Native reservation.
Jun 17, 2026Open source
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Seward pilot helps rescue harbour seal pups from remote Alaska location
One pup was likely less than 24 hours old while the second was suffering from dehydration and malnourishment
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Overturned semi closes Seward Highway north of Seward
The Seward Highway is closed in both directions at Mile 15 after a semitruck overturned, according to Alaska State Troopers.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Former Alaska bush pilot shot, killed after landing in Papua; aircraft burned
Nicholas F. Goselin had years of Alaska aviation experience before flying for PT AMA in Papua, where officials say he was killed after landing.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Decades-long fight over King Cove road nears turning point; Sullivan says project months from breaking ground
Supporters say the road would provide a lifeline for medical evacuations from the remote community. Critics warn it threatens the wildlife Alaska Native vill...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Opinion: Bringing Cook Inlet closer to home
Through exhibits, programs and firsthand experiences, the Matson Ocean Education Center deepens our connection to Alaska’s marine life.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
A career of flying for science (and the occasional sled dog)
Martin Stuefer, the director of the Hyperspectral Imaging Lab at the University of Alaska Fairbanks Geophysical Institute, is both a pilot and researcher.
Jul 3, 2026Open source
125 passengers and crew hit with highly contagious stomach virus on cruise from San Francisco
Health officials say more than 120 passengers and crew on a Princess Cruises ship were infected with a stomach virus during a 20-day trip to Canada and Alaska.
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Alaska cruise turns into norovirus nightmare as 100 are sickened with projectile vomiting and explosive dia...
Norovirus is a highly contagious virus that causes gastrointestinal illness. The virus can be easily contracted and is a nightmare to contain in confined spa...
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Alaska, Ranked-Choice Voting, and the Curious Case of Two Dan Sullivans
AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta, File Alaska's politics can be more than a little weird. Since the 2020 election, we've been saddled with ranked-choice voting (...
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Santa Claus endorses Meda DeWitt for governor
To the editor: I am extremely pleased to endorse Meda DeWitt for governor and Chris Steere for lieutenant governor of our great state of Alaska. They are ded...
Jul 3, 2026Open source
FAST Planning committee gets briefing on proposed splitting of air quality zones
As the Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) considers splitting the combined Fairbanks and North Pole nonattainment area, local transportati...
Jul 3, 2026Open source
3 remaining Dairy Queens abruptly close in Alaska, leaving one in Soldotna
An owner with the Soldotna location said the costs of shipping food to Alaska make it extra challenging to run a DQ here.
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Alaska Science Forum: Our large army of little green shield bugs comes and goes 4 MIN READ
The tiny flying green annoyances seemed to be in greater numbers than usual this year in late May and early June.
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Alaska DOT identifies $350M low bidder for Tustumena replacement
At 62 years old, the Tusty has more than doubled her expected service lifespan, and is the oldest active mainliner ferry in the state's fleet.
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Yes, you can have style in Alaska. Here are three tips for expressing it.
Even in the 49th state, there are ways to build a fun wardrobe and incorporate unique Alaska elements too.
Jul 3, 2026Open source
New research shows significant federal job losses in Alaska
Alaska has one of the highest concentrations of federal workers in the country, and economists have been working to understand the magnitude of the federal j...
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Man dead in officer-involved shooting
A 31-year-old man was shot and killed during an altercation with Fairbanks Police officers and Alaska State Troopers on Sunday afternoon.
Jul 2, 2026Open source
Alaska Mental Health Trust Authority approves $9.8M in grants
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Jul 1, 2026Open source
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Seward pilot helps rescue harbour seal pups from remote Alaska location
One pup was likely less than 24 hours old while the second was suffering from dehydration and malnourishment
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Overturned semi closes Seward Highway north of Seward
The Seward Highway is closed in both directions at Mile 15 after a semitruck overturned, according to Alaska State Troopers.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Former Alaska bush pilot shot, killed after landing in Papua; aircraft burned
Nicholas F. Goselin had years of Alaska aviation experience before flying for PT AMA in Papua, where officials say he was killed after landing.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Decades-long fight over King Cove road nears turning point; Sullivan says project months from breaking ground
Supporters say the road would provide a lifeline for medical evacuations from the remote community. Critics warn it threatens the wildlife Alaska Native vill...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Opinion: Bringing Cook Inlet closer to home
Through exhibits, programs and firsthand experiences, the Matson Ocean Education Center deepens our connection to Alaska’s marine life.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
A career of flying for science (and the occasional sled dog)
Martin Stuefer, the director of the Hyperspectral Imaging Lab at the University of Alaska Fairbanks Geophysical Institute, is both a pilot and researcher.
Jul 3, 2026Open source
125 passengers and crew hit with highly contagious stomach virus on cruise from San Francisco
Health officials say more than 120 passengers and crew on a Princess Cruises ship were infected with a stomach virus during a 20-day trip to Canada and Alaska.
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Alaska cruise turns into norovirus nightmare as 100 are sickened with projectile vomiting and explosive dia...
Norovirus is a highly contagious virus that causes gastrointestinal illness. The virus can be easily contracted and is a nightmare to contain in confined spa...
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Alaska, Ranked-Choice Voting, and the Curious Case of Two Dan Sullivans
AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta, File Alaska's politics can be more than a little weird. Since the 2020 election, we've been saddled with ranked-choice voting (...
Jul 3, 2026Open source
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