Anchorage
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Anchorage eyes waste incinerator system that could ‘fundamentally transform’ local utilities
The city is moving forward with a proposal to build a waste-to-energy plant that could reduce landfill while adding electricity.
Free school supplies, clothes offered to Anchorage students
Community donations will help support distribution events on July 31, for school supplies, and Aug. 1, for school clothes.
Anchorage’s Historic Preservation Commission says Seward Highway project may do ‘irreversible’ damage
The commission has asked the state transportation department to take “greater care” when assessing the historic resources along the corridor.
Former Anchorage Assembly member killed, 2 others injured in Sterling Highway crash
Karen Bronga, who was riding in a motor home struck head-on by a pickup, represented East Anchorage on the city Assembly between 2023 and 2025.
Anchorage ties record for wettest July, with more rain possible
Through Thursday, the National Weather Service said 4.49 inches of rain had fallen, tying a record for the month set in 2001.
Pilot and passenger suffer minor injuries in crash at Anchorage floatplane base
The pilot of the wheel-equipped Cessna experienced engine trouble after taking off from Lake Hood for Merrill Field, federal investigators say.
Anchorage Assembly kills public safety commission following months of criticism
A measure establishing a revamped commission did not advance out of Tuesday night’s Assembly meeting.
Anchorage Assembly censures George Martinez over APOC violations, leaves door open to further investigations
Members were unable to settle debate around further investigations into misuse of public resources.
Hiker injured in ‘surprise encounter’ with bear on brushy South Anchorage trail
Two people and three dogs ran into a brown bear Saturday on a trail above the Bear Valley neighborhood, authorities say.
Arsenic is in their water. But tying into Anchorage’s system could cost over $100K per home
Extending public water lines down Seaview Street in Sand Lake, where high levels of arsenic have been found in the well water, could cost as much as $2.5 million, says an AWWU engineer.
City ownership of former Campbell STEM building begins with discussion among neighbors
City leaders are soliciting ideas from the community for what to do with the school building at 7206 Rovenna St.
Police identify 2 people found dead in burned vehicle in East Anchorage
The remains of a dog were also found in the vehicle last month, police said Wednesday.
Municipality of Anchorage plans to temporarily reduce number of lanes on Denali Street
The proposed Midtown pilot project, which begins in August, runs for 1 mile between Northern Lights Boulevard and Tudor Road.
Man wounded in shooting outside East Anchorage elementary school, police say
No arrests had been made in the early morning shooting, Anchorage Police Department officials said Tuesday.
‘How can I help?’: Bystander relied on CPR training to save infant in fatal Glenn Highway crash
Stephanie Horton helped a critically injured toddler whose mother was one of two people who died in the collision. She hopes others will get CPR certified.
Anchorage put new tenant protection laws in place. Then the city suddenly became a landlord
A case involving a fourplex in Mountain View revealed a wrinkle in an ordinance meant to protect low-income renters.
EasyPark opens long-term parking in 5th Avenue Garage as more people live downtown
“Alaskans like their toys ... and often don’t have a place to put them,” an official with the program said.