Alaska decline in childhood well-being is a dire warning, advocate says
Alaska ranked 47th in the nation in a recent analysis of children's overall well-being, after dropping seven places since the last report.
First Haines sport king opener in over a decade sparks nerves and excitement
The state decided to reopen the fishery this year, citing stronger runs that have been surpassing escapement goals more consistently.
Anchorage lawmakers and residents push back on JBER fence proposal
The nearly seven-mile chain-link fence would be built along the boundary between U.S. military land and Anchorage’s eastern edge.
Juneau Assembly addresses fairness issue regarding glacial outburst flood wall funding
Hundreds of homeowners will no longer have to pay into a local improvement district for the HESCO barriers, but a lawsuit over the flood wall is ongoing.
Inflation tops 4% for the first time in 3 years on spike in gasoline prices
Inflation has surged to its highest level in more than three years since the U.S. and Israel launched their war on Iran, triggering a surge in gasoline prices.
3 key takeaways from Juneau’s finalized city budget
The Juneau Assembly approved the city’s budget for the next fiscal year on Monday after months of deliberation on how to fill a multimillion-dollar budget hole.
Denali’s future sled dogs will start showing off their training to visitors this month
The park's Puppy Cam livestream has captured hearts across the world — and even inspired some viewers to make the trip to the park in person.
Mat-Su proposal would add 1.5% sales tax outside cities, add property tax exemption
A second proposal also up for debate this month would add a new gravel tax.
Federal appeals judges reject lawsuit against Alaska Airlines by former state senator
Alaska Airlines banned Reinbold in 2021 for refusing to follow its masking policies during the COVID-19 pandemic emergency. She sued the airline in 2023, after leaving office.
The Anchorage Weekender: Knitting with neighbors, a blossom bash and 7 more local events
The midnight sun is in full effect with more than 19 hours of daylight in Anchorage.