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Mountain View Library closed ‘until further notice’ after vehicle crashes into building, officials say
A vehicle crashed into the Mountain View library early Saturday morning, causing extensive damage, according to a library spokesperson.
Anchorage hiker dies in fall near Hope, troopers say
A 77-year-old woman tripped and fell about 200 feet down a cliff while walking in the Palmer Lakes Trail area, officials said.
2 die in Midtown crash involving Anchorage police vehicle and taxi, chief says
An Anchorage police officer responding to a shots-fired call early Saturday struck a taxi at A Street and 36th Avenue, killing the driver and a passenger.
The FCC spends hundreds of millions subsidizing internet for Alaska schools and libraries. Now it might cut the program.
Rural Alaska school and library officials say that E-Rate subsidies for broadband and other internet service remain critical to keeping their institutions connected.
Raven causes daylong power outage in Girdwood, Chugach Electric says
More than 1,800 Chugach Electric Association customers in Girdwood were without power much of Friday after a raven made contact with a transformer and triggered a cascade of damage.
Body found in Juneau freezer likely stored there for years, police chief says
Juneau police Chief Derek Bos said the remains of Ross Pasquan, who would be 74 if he were still alive, were likely stored in a chest freezer for up to a decade.
World War II sparked creation of UAF Geophysical Institute, which is celebrating its 80th birthday
President Harry Truman signed legislation creating the institute, which is now recognized as a global leader in Arctic research.
2 die after being buried during septic system installation in Delta Junction, troopers say
The two died after the walls of a trench collapsed on them while they were working to install a septic system at a commercial property, Alaska State Troopers said.
First-ever heat advisory issued for Anchorage, swaths of Southcentral Alaska
High temperatures are expected to be in the upper 70s and potentially the 80s for some areas affected by the heat advisory, which is in effect until Sunday night.
Jury finds that missing Eagle River man should be considered dead
Tony Kronos hasn’t been heard from since he was last seen on March 6, 2025, after returning home from the gym, family members testified during a presumptive death hearing in Anchorage.
Dunleavy announces new Alaska Military Affairs Office to improve coordination, boost priorities
Funded with federal grant dollars, the office will coordinate among Alaska stakeholders on dual-purpose infrastructure and military investment.
NTSB: Pilot’s management of overweight plane in icy weather led to Bering Air crash that killed 10
“The tragedy of Flight 445 was not the result of a single failure, but a series of preventable breakdowns that eroded critical safety margins,” NTSB Chairwoman Jennifer Homendy said.
Alaskans to vote on campaign finance limits after 4 years of uncapped contributions
Alaska’s previous contribution limits were invalidated by a federal court decision in 2021. In the Aug. 18 primary, voters will decide whether to once again implement limits.
Providers say Alaska’s childcare gap is growing
Providers say they’re serving fewer children because state and federal funding are insufficient to cover rising operational costs.
Police identify remains found in freezer of Juneau home
The Juneau Police Department said it is exploring whether the death of Ross Pasquan, whose remains were found July 19, may have been “concealed for financial gain or other motives.”
Crash temporarily closes Sterling Highway between Anchor Point and Homer
The highway reopened Wednesday evening.
Wastewater in Anchorage signals warning about measles
Samples taken from a plant in the state’s largest city revealed genetic material from measles, a highly contagious disease that is particularly dangerous for young children.
Mayors warn of increased utility costs as Southcentral Alaska natural gas shortage becomes more ‘urgent’
Local utilities say members may see rolling blackouts and rising bills in the coming years.
Anchorage police say officer charged with DUI in off-duty incident is no longer with department
Charles Bowser is facing a misdemeanor charge of driving under the influence after prosecutors said he drove his patrol vehicle around Anchorage on March 9 before another officer reported him to police.
Police identify woman killed in East Anchorage vehicle crash
Police said 23-year-old Kylie Hoogendorn crashed into a light pole at the intersection of East Northern Lights Boulevard and UAA Drive early Tuesday morning.
3 dead in plane crash near McCarthy, troopers say
A Piper PA-22 carrying a pilot and two passengers was landing at the Dan Creek airstrip Monday night when it struck “terrain” and burst into flames, the FAA said.
As winter approaches, Southcentral Alaska utilities are worried about running short of gas
After a cold spring, they’re planning for a worst-case scenario next winter and doing their best to avoid it.
Judge allows federal land transfer to state that will support Ambler Road and Alaska LNG
Several conservation groups had sued to stop the action.
Longtime Anchorage Daily News photojournalist Bob Hallinen dies at 77
Former colleagues recall a quiet, prolific photographer with a talent for finding nuance in familiar subjects.
Motorcyclist dies in Parks Highway crash at Meadow Lakes, troopers say
Alaska State Troopers say the southbound lanes of the highway were closed for hours after a van and motorcycle collided Monday night.
East Anchorage crash leaves woman dead, 2 juveniles with serious injuries, police say
The Anchorage Police Department said it was called to Northern Lights Boulevard and UAA Drive at about midnight Tuesday for a crash with injuries.
Outside megadonors fuel campaigns over the future of Alaska’s election system
Alaskans will again be asked this year whether they would like to repeal the voting system adopted in 2020.
Smaller class sizes, larger church influence in most Alaska private schools
Prominent Republican politicians attended the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Thomas More Classical School, the latest private school to open in Anchorage.
3rd Alaska LNG special session starts with no bill from governor, 4 lawmakers present
After failing to get a bill past both chambers multiple times this year, lawmakers said they’re waiting on Gov. Mike Dunleavy’s legislation.
Anchorage short-term rental owners receive extended grace period to register properties
Anchorage property owners have registered more than 2,200 vacation rentals since May 1.