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Members Of The Alaska Air National Guard Receive Distinguished Honor

By Blake Essig — Sat, 18 May 2013 19:18:00 AKDT

Five members of the Alaska Air National Guard 212th Rescue Squadron were recognized Saturday for their bravery, courage and heroic efforts in Afghanistan, putting their own life on the line to save countless others.

Outdoor Death Near Mulcahy Stadium Not Suspicious, APD Says

By Neil Torquiano — Sat, 18 May 2013 14:17:00 AKDT

The outdoor death of a 55-year-old man Saturday morning in Midtown is not being considered suspicious, according to the Anchorage Police Department.

Anchorage Sets New Record for Longest Snow Season

By Neil Torquiano — Sat, 18 May 2013 15:14:00 AKDT

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Hundreds Walk in March of Dimes Charity Event on Snowy Morning

By Samantha Angaiak — Sat, 18 May 2013 18:29:00 AKDT

Hundreds gathered in Anchorage for the annual March for Babies event Saturday morning in hopes of ending premature births.

Spenard Farmer's Market Kicks Off 4th Season

By Neil Torquiano — Sat, 18 May 2013 16:59:00 AKDT

Alaska Gold Miners Remain Optimistic Despite Dropping Gold Prices

By Samantha Angaiak — Fri, 17 May 2013 22:28:00 AKDT

The price of gold has been dropping for six days as of Friday and local miners say the declines haven't dampened their optimism.

Copper River Salmon Arrives for Consumers in Anchorage

By Dan Carpenter — Fri, 17 May 2013 22:39:00 AKDT

The first commercial opener on the Copper River resulted in a good catch for fishermen brave enough to face strong winds, rain and fifteen foot swells.

Late Spring Delays Palmer Farmers, Anchorage Growers Remain Optimistic

By Abby Hancock — Fri, 17 May 2013 18:09:00 AKDT

A late-to-arrive spring has caused delays for local farmers who are waiting on a weather warm-up in order to begin transplanting starters into the ground.

Search in Progress for 2 Snowmachiners near Kotzebue

By Chris Klint — Fri, 17 May 2013 13:12:00 AKDT

Ground and air searchers are trying to find two snowmachiners near Kotzebue who have been missing for more than three days, according to Alaska State Troopers.

Infant's Death Following ATV Crash Under Investigation

By Chris Klint — Fri, 17 May 2013 16:04:00 AKDT

Alaska State Troopers are investigating the Wednesday death of a 22-month-old infant several days after an all-terrain-vehicle crash, with few details immediately available about what happened.

Yukon River Breakup Causing Flooding in Eagle

By The Associated Press — Fri, 17 May 2013 14:00:00 AKDT

Breakup on the Yukon River has begun and there is flooding in Eagle, a small community of fewer than 100 people in eastern Alaska near the border with Canada.

Juneau Empire Names New Publisher

By The Associated Press — Fri, 17 May 2013 22:57:00 AKDT

The Juneau Empire has a new publisher.

Man Accused in Kodiak Coast Guard Killings Wants Release

By The Associated Press — Fri, 17 May 2013 11:02:00 AKDT

A man accused of killing two men at the Coast Guard station on Kodiak Island wants to be released from custody as he awaits his trial.

Late Season Snow Takes Aim on Southcentral

By David George — Fri, 17 May 2013 09:21:00 AKDT

I came to work last Monday and saw that various elements were coming together for a chance of late-season snow for Friday into Saturday.

Snow, Cold Delay Opening of Denali Highway

By The Associated Press — Fri, 17 May 2013 16:29:00 AKDT

Unusual snow and cold this spring has delayed the opening of the scenic Denali Highway.

Coast Guard Finds Safety, Fishing Violations During Boarding

By Chris Klint — Fri, 17 May 2013 17:23:00 AKDT

Two people aboard a 20-foot boat near Ketchikan had their voyage terminated by the U.S. Coast Guard Thursday, following the discovery of several safety and fishing violations aboard.

Anchorage Bike to Work Day Takes Place Today

By The Associated Press — Thu, 16 May 2013 07:08:00 AKDT

Anchorage officials are expecting more bicycles on the road and fewer greenhouse gases in the air Friday.

Alaska Unemployment Rate Falls Again

By The Associated Press — Fri, 17 May 2013 09:26:00 AKDT

Alaska's unemployment rate continues to fall, hitting a preliminary 6 percent last month.

Missing Teen from Eagle River Found Alive and Well

By Neil Torquiano — Sat, 18 May 2013 11:05:00 AKDT

STORY UPDATED AT 11:04 a.m. at 5/18/13:

Man on Cheney Lake Ice Taken into Custody

By Chris Klint — Thu, 16 May 2013 16:13:00 AKDT

A man who stood on a frozen East Anchorage lake after police attempted to serve a warrant on him Thursday afternoon has surrendered to officers, following the dispatch of water-rescue units to the area.

Renovation Work to Start on Alaska Capitol

By The Associated Press — Fri, 17 May 2013 09:53:00 AKDT

Work should begin soon on the first phase of work at the Alaska Capitol.

Pavlof Volcano Continues to Erupt With Lava, Ash

By The Associated Press — Fri, 17 May 2013 08:45:00 AKDT

A remote Alaska volcano continues to erupt, spewing lava and ash clouds.

Sled Dog Could Face Death After Attacking Toddler

By Abby Hancock — Thu, 16 May 2013 16:28:00 AKDT

An Iditarod musher is fighting to save the life of one of his sled dogs, after it attacked and seriously injured a 2-year-old girl Friday.

Bethel Woman Gets 22 Years in Death

By The Associated Press — Fri, 17 May 2013 08:31:00 AKDT

A Bethel woman will serve 22 years in prison for killing her boyfriend.

Troopers Investigate Man's Death near Tok

By Chris Klint — Thu, 16 May 2013 17:16:00 AKDT

Alaska State Troopers are investigating the death of an Eagle River man whose body was found Wednesday morning at a motel near Tok.

Police Arrest 2 Homer High Students in Fake Bomb 'Prank'

By Chris Klint — Thu, 16 May 2013 13:41:00 AKDT

Homer police arrested two Homer High School students Thursday after they allegedly left a fake bomb inside the building, causing its temporary evacuation.

Alaska Ferry System Considers Raising Rates

By The Associated Press — Fri, 17 May 2013 09:55:00 AKDT

Rates could be going up to travel aboard Alaska's ferries.

State to Recover $376K in Medicaid Case

By The Associated Press — Fri, 17 May 2013 08:34:00 AKDT

The state of Alaska is expected to share in a $500-million settlement over state and federal allegations that an India-based pharmaceutical manufacturer distributed adulterated drugs.

Man Missing from Anchorage Airport Found in Talkeetna

By Sarah Evans — Thu, 16 May 2013 22:44:00 AKDT

STORY UPDATED AT 3:30 a.m., 5/17/2013:

Man Crashes Car into Tree, Remains in Critical Condition

By Jessica Ridgway — Thu, 16 May 2013 09:42:00 AKDT

An Anchor Point man is in critical condition after his vehicle collided into a tree, according to Alaska State Trooper officials.

Interior Department Releases Draft Rules on 'Fracking'

By Chris Klint — Thu, 16 May 2013 12:23:00 AKDT

Interior Secretary Sally Jewell announced new draft rules governing hydraulic fracturing during oil drilling on federal and Indian lands Thursday, calling them part of a pro-energy Obama administration policy.

Renovation Work to Start Soon on Alaska Capitol

By The Associated Press — Thu, 16 May 2013 17:01:00 AKDT

Work should begin soon on the first phase of work at the Alaska Capitol.

Agency to Consider Alaska Lake Seals as Threatened

By Dan Joling — Thu, 16 May 2013 18:10:00 AKDT

A federal agency says it will consider a petition seeking to list a population of harbor seals living in a freshwater Alaska lake as a threatened or endangered species.

APD Seeks Suspect in Eagle River Drug-Deal Shooting

By Chris Klint — Wed, 15 May 2013 12:33:00 AKDT

A 26-year-old male suspect is being sought by Anchorage police in an Eagle River shooting during a drug deal gone bad last month, which left a man with a grazing injury to his head.

Late Spring Sparking Flood Concerns in the Valley

By Adam Pinsker — Wed, 15 May 2013 19:23:00 AKDT

As Mat-Su Valley residents confront spring flooding, they're learning that sometimes a few feet can make all the difference. That’s the case in Samantha Terry’s neighborhood on McCasey Drive just outside Wasilla, where snow melt is sparing her home, but threatening others.

Annual Motorcycle Training Courses are Ready to Roll

By Sarah Evans — Wed, 15 May 2013 22:05:00 AKDT

May is Motorcycle Safety and Awareness Month in Alaska

Dry pavement in Alaska means motorcycles are back on the roads.

Five Alaska Guardsmen First to Summit Denali This Year

By The Associated Press — Thu, 16 May 2013 07:13:00 AKDT

The first group to summit Mount McKinley this year included five members of the Alaska Air National Guard.

Juneau Picks New Police Chief

By The Associated Press — Thu, 16 May 2013 06:56:00 AKDT

City officials in Juneau have picked a new police chief.

Firearm Found at Valdez Middle School

By The Associated Press — Thu, 16 May 2013 07:02:00 AKDT

The discovery of a firearm at a middle school in Valdez prompted officials to lock down all schools in the district.

UAF Bethel Campus Hosting Suicide Alertness Event Friday

By The Associated Press — Thu, 16 May 2013 06:30:00 AKDT

The Bethel campus of the University of Alaska Fairbanks is hosting a suicide alertness training event.

Bethel Officials, Businesses Weigh Impact of Tobacco Tax

By The Associated Press — Wed, 15 May 2013 07:20:00 AKDT

Bethel officials and local businesses are trying to assess the effect of a new $2.21-a-pack tax on cigarettes passed in December and in effect since March 1, rapidly adding money to city coffers.

Forest Service Dedicating New Lab in Juneau

By The Associated Press — Thu, 16 May 2013 06:52:00 AKDT

The U.S. Forest Service is dedicating its new forestry sciences laboratory in Juneau this weekend.

ATV Crash Leaves Palmer Man in Critical Condition

By Chris Klint — Wed, 15 May 2013 19:14:00 AKDT

A Palmer man is in critical condition after an all-terrain vehicle crash near the Old Glenn Highway early Wednesday morning, according to Alaska State Troopers.

Wasilla Man Injured in Pickup Truck-Bicycle Collision

By Chris Klint — Wed, 15 May 2013 19:37:00 AKDT

Alaska State Troopers say two Wasilla men were involved in a pickup truck-bicycle collision Wednesday afternoon, with the bicyclist injured while crossing a road.

Bean's Cafe Announces New Executive Director

By Chris Klint — Wed, 15 May 2013 20:03:00 AKDT

Anchorage soup kitchen Bean’s Cafe announced a new executive director Wednesday, succeeding the late Jim Crockett after his death last year.

Ash Plumes Rise from Pavlof Volcano

By The Associated Press — Wed, 15 May 2013 17:08:00 AKDT

Steam and ash clouds are occasionally rising to 20,000 feet from an active Alaska volcano.

Illegal Kills End Unit 23 Musk Ox Hunting Season

By The Associated Press — Wed, 15 May 2013 15:51:00 AKDT

The Alaska Department of Fish and Game is closing a musk ox hunting season because of illegal killing of animals.

One of the Latest Snows Ever?

By David George — Wed, 15 May 2013 10:00:00 AKDT

Say it isn't so!

Could it be one of our latest snows ever? The answer is a simple yes.

Burger Index Not Good News for Alaska, Hawaii Cities

By The Associated Press — Wed, 15 May 2013 16:40:00 AKDT

Residents of Alaska and Hawaii always suspected they pay higher prices, and now the hamburger proves it.

Flags to be Lowered Today for Peace Officers

By The Associated Press — Wed, 15 May 2013 07:25:00 AKDT

Gov. Sean Parnell has ordered that state flags be lowered to half-staff Wednesday for Peace Officers Memorial Day and Law Enforcement Memorial Week.

Firefighting Exercises Set for Anchorage Airport

By The Associated Press — Wed, 15 May 2013 07:17:00 AKDT

Firefighting training exercises are set to be held at Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport this week.

Man Faces DUI Charges in Car-Coffee Stand Crash

By Chris Klint — Tue, 14 May 2013 16:00:00 AKDT

A man was arrested Tuesday afternoon after Anchorage police say he drove a sedan across a Midtown street and struck a coffee stand, injuring the woman working inside.

NTSB Urges Drunk Driving Legal Limit Lower to .05 Percent

By Mallory Peebles — Tue, 14 May 2013 23:02:00 AKDT

The National Transportation Safety Board has made a recommendation for more strict drunk driving laws. On Tuesday, the NTSB recommended the blood alcohol content legal limit be lowered to .05 percent.

Anchorage Airport Now Offers Non-Stop Service to Iceland

By Jessica Ridgway — Wed, 15 May 2013 07:50:00 AKDT

A new airline will appear at the Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport, offering non-stop flights this summer between Reykjavik, Iceland and Anchorage.

Local Air Carrier To Begin Scheduled Passenger Service In Bush Alaska

By Samantha Angaiak — Tue, 14 May 2013 22:12:00 AKDT

A local air carrier will once again offer passenger service in Bush Alaska after switching to cargo-only flights in the wake of deadly crash more than 25 years ago.

Proposed Palmer Dump Stirs Up Toxic Debate

By Adam Pinsker — Tue, 14 May 2013 22:55:00 AKDT

Concerned Mat-Su Valley residents are now challenging a monofill facility because they say it's a threat to their quality of life and in the past the same group has fended a proposed prison and coal mine.

Budget Cuts Threaten Real-Time Tracking Of Active Alaska Volcanoes

By Blake Essig — Tue, 14 May 2013 22:20:00 AKDT

Some volcanoes here in Alaska have been rumbling lately, but federal budget cuts may mean less real-time monitoring of those eruptions.

APD Officers Identified in Muldoon Shooting

By Neil Torquiano — Tue, 14 May 2013 15:48:00 AKDT

Muldoon incident marks fourth officer involved shooting in 2013.

The Anchorage Police Department has identified the officers involved in the Saturday morning shooting in Muldoon and has released the names after three days in accordance to police policy.

Trapper Creek Man Dies in Head-on Collision

By Jessica Ridgway — Tue, 14 May 2013 06:27:00 AKDT

Troopers respond to a motor vehicle crash on the Parks Highway.

Alaska State Troopers responded to a fatal motor vehicle crash involving a tractor-trailer rig and a truck late Monday night.

New Group Launches Support Campaign for Oil Tax Reform

By Jessica Ridgway — Tue, 14 May 2013 09:52:00 AKDT

A new group is launching a campaign against the petition to repeal Senate Bill 21, which passed with the idea that it would increase oil production in Alaska.

Gas Prices in Anchorage Up 10 Cents Per Gallon

By Jessica Ridgway — Tue, 14 May 2013 07:59:00 AKDT

Gas prices in Anchorage are climbing again.

Minor Lava Flows Detected on 2 Alaska Volcanoes

By The Associated Press — Tue, 14 May 2013 16:55:00 AKDT

Scientists say small lava flows have been detected on two restless volcanoes in Alaska.

Wet Mat-Su Roads Bring Closures, School-Bus Diversions

By Chris Klint — Tue, 14 May 2013 16:38:00 AKDT

Breakup season is taking a toll on roads across the Mat-Su Borough this week, with officials saying street damage will temporarily change school-bus routes for about two dozen school students.

Parnell Meeting with Banks, Agencies in New York

By Becky Bohrer — Tue, 14 May 2013 17:03:00 AKDT

Gov. Sean Parnell is in New York meeting with banks and rating agencies about Alaska's budget and economic outlook.

UAA Hockey Coach Shyiak Accused of Hitting Player

By The Associated Press — Tue, 14 May 2013 07:43:00 AKDT

A former player for the University of Alaska Anchorage Seawolves says former hockey coach Dave Shyiak violently struck a player with his hockey stick.

Denali National Park Set to Open for Summer

By The Associated Press — Tue, 14 May 2013 09:15:00 AKDT

Denali National Park and Preserve is gearing up to open for the summer despite some lingering snow cover.

Future Looks Promising for 2013 High School Graduates

By Samantha Angaiak — Mon, 13 May 2013 17:30:00 AKDT

The future looks promising for the class of 2013 in the Anchorage School District with thousands of students graduating this week at the Sullivan Arena. ASD says more than 3,200 seniors have been offered $44 million in scholarships and awards from local and national universities, companies and organizations.

Buccaneer Energy Begins Drilling Cosmo Well

By The Associated Press — Tue, 14 May 2013 14:37:00 AKDT

Buccaneer Energy has begun drilling its first Cosmopolitan Prospect well with the Endeavour-Spirit of Independence jack-up rig, which arrived nine months ago from Singapore.

Canada Company Pulls Out of Mining Project near Tok

By The Associated Press — Tue, 14 May 2013 11:41:00 AKDT

A Canada mining company has withdrawn from an exploration project near Tok, saying it will focus on another, more advanced project in Alaska.

ASD Says $44M in Scholarships Awarded to 2013 Graduates

By Jessica Ridgway — Tue, 14 May 2013 07:25:00 AKDT

The Anchorage School District reports 2013's high school seniors have been offered $44 million in scholarships and awards.

Residents, State Officials Worried About Rising Yukon Waters

By Adam Pinsker — Mon, 13 May 2013 21:44:00 AKDT

On a sunny Monday in Anchorage, the State Emergency Operations Center had its attention hundreds of miles to the north due to the rising Yukon waters.

ADFG Restricts Sport Fishing for Kenai River King Salmon

By Jessica Ridgway — Mon, 13 May 2013 10:59:00 AKDT

The Alaska Department of Fish and Game is issuing catch-and-release restrictions on Kenai River king salmon sport fishing, due to estimates that rank this year’s preseason run as the lowest measured over the past 28 years.

Memorial Day Event Planned at Ft. Wainwright

By The Associated Press — Tue, 14 May 2013 06:21:00 AKDT

A Memorial Day remembrance ceremony is planned to take place at Fort Wainwright next week.

Homer Chosen to Host Governor's Picnic

By The Associated Press — Tue, 14 May 2013 06:24:00 AKDT

And the picnic goes to ... Homer.

Coast Guard Sets Hearing for Kulluk Grounding

By Neil Torquiano — Mon, 13 May 2013 15:38:00 AKDT

The Coast Guard’s investigation into the New Year’s Eve grounding of the Kulluk, a Shell drilling rig, remains ongoing as authorities prepare hearings in Anchorage next week.

Soldotna Teen Charged after Suffering Leg Wound

By The Associated Press — Tue, 14 May 2013 06:17:00 AKDT

A 16-year-old Soldotna boy who apparently shot himself in the leg is being charged with weapons misconduct and underage drinking.

Kali, Alaska Polar Cub, to Leave for New Home in New York

By Sarah Evans — Mon, 13 May 2013 22:04:00 AKDT

UPS jet plane ride will take 14 hours from Anchorage to Buffalo

It's finally departure time for Kali, the orphaned polar bear cub, who will leave Tuesday, May 14 from the Alaska Zoo to the Buffalo Zoo in New York.

Kenai Refuge Revises Fire Management Plan

By The Associated Press — Tue, 14 May 2013 06:13:00 AKDT

The fire management plan for the Kenai National Wildlife Refuge is being revised for the first time in five years.

Couple Escape Landslide by Running Down Beach

Mon, 13 May 2013 21:32:00 AKDT

A couple escaped a landslide near Sitka by running down the beach away from the slide.

High-Speed South Anchorage Chase Ends with Arrest

By Chris Klint — Mon, 13 May 2013 15:15:00 AKDT

Police say a man arrested Monday, after leading officers on a high-speed chase through South Anchorage in a stolen pickup, had several factors working against him.

Alert Level Raised for Volcano near Cold Bay

By Chris Klint — Mon, 13 May 2013 12:20:00 AKDT

The Alaska Volcano Observatory has raised the alert level of an Alaska Peninsula volcano near the village of Cold Bay, in response to seismic readings and heat spikes.

Interior Communities Set New Low-Temperature Records

By The Associated Press — Mon, 13 May 2013 15:57:00 AKDT

Winter continues to grip the Interior.

Stolen Truck Rams Anchorage Police Car

By Neil Torquiano — Sun, 12 May 2013 15:35:00 AKDT

3 Suspects Arrested in Alleged Muldoon Grand Theft Auto Incident

Two Anchorage police officers fired their guns after a stolen pickup truck rammed a police car Saturday morning in Muldoon and three suspects were arrested without injuries.

Presence of Coast Guard in Arctic Waters Called into Question

By Blake Essig — Sun, 12 May 2013 17:09:00 AKDT

The Obama Administration's new Arctic strategy would make the region a top priority despite rumors that the Coast Guard is withdrawing due to a lack of maritime commercial traffic.

National Arctic Strategy Released

By Garrett Turner — Sat, 11 May 2013 21:29:00 AKDT

It's the presence of Alaska that allows the United States to be considered an arctic nation. On Friday, the Obama administration released a new Arctic strategy that states the country's priorities in the arctic region.

Villagers Seek Removal of Old Military Containers

By The Associated Press — Mon, 13 May 2013 06:41:00 AKDT

The village of Anaktuvuk Pass has asked the National Park Service for permission to remove rusty fuel drums left behind by the Department of Defense more than 50 years ago.

Olympian Matt Emmons Addresses UAF Commencement

By The Associated Press — Mon, 13 May 2013 06:59:00 AKDT

Olympic medalist Matt Emmons was this year's keynote speaker at the University of Alaska Fairbanks' commencement.

2 Injured in Soldotna after Handgun Accidentally Fired

By The Associated Press — Mon, 13 May 2013 06:35:00 AKDT

Two men in Soldotna were injured when one of them fired a handgun accidentally.

Juneau Prison Inmate Loses Part of Ear in Assault

By The Associated Press — Mon, 13 May 2013 06:27:00 AKDT

A fight at Lemon Creek Correctional Center in Juneau has left an inmate missing part of his ear.

Juneau Man Charged with Sexual Assault

By The Associated Press — Mon, 13 May 2013 06:40:00 AKDT

A 38-year-old man has been arrested in Juneau on a charge of sexual assault.

A Woman's First Mother's Day

By Garrett Turner — Sun, 12 May 2013 20:57:00 AKDT

Leah Campbell's life has been quite the emotional roller coaster. When she was 25 years old, she decided to start a new life in Alaska. She wanted to start a family, so she drove up solo from San Diego. Doctors told her she'd be able to have children, but after six months in Alaska, Leah started having health problems.

Summer Season Begins for Alaska Native Heritage Center on Mother's Day

By Neil Torquiano — Sun, 12 May 2013 19:36:00 AKDT

The Alaska Native Heritage Center had plenty of reasons to celebrate Sunday with the beginning of its summer season.

Downtown Market and Festival Celebrates Opening Weekend

By Neil Torquiano — Sun, 12 May 2013 14:05:00 AKDT

Summer tradition runs from May 11 to September 8, 2013

Dog Attacks 2-year-old Girl at Big Lake Kennel

Sun, 12 May 2013 11:08:00 AKDT

A 2-year-old girl visiting a Big Lake dog kennel was attacked by a dog and seriously injured.

Historic House Could Lodge Lieutenant Governor

By Becky Bohrer — Sun, 12 May 2013 11:04:00 AKDT

An historic house in downtown Juneau could one day serve as a home-away-from-home for Alaska's lieutenant governor.

Sunrise Grill Restaurant Fire Under Investigation

By Samantha Angaiak — Sat, 11 May 2013 19:44:00 AKDT

Anchorage fire investigators are looking into a Saturday morning fire that scorched a local restaurant.

Thousands Participate in Third Annual Lemonade Day Alaska

By Blake Essig — Sat, 11 May 2013 18:22:00 AKDT

From Barrow to Ketchikan, thousands of Alaskan kids received some fundamental life lessons during Saturday’s third annual Lemonade Day Alaska.

North Pole Man Killed while Transporting Bulldozer near Stephen Lake

By Neil Torquiano — Sat, 11 May 2013 17:14:00 AKDT

A North Pole man was killed Friday evening while transporting a bulldozer near Cantwell, according to Alaska State Troopers.

Police Release Identity of Man Found in Burning Van

By Adam Pinsker — Sat, 11 May 2013 10:46:00 AKDT

STORY UPDATED AT 10:41 a.m. at 5/11/13: