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2 US soldiers killed, a dozen injured after transport vehicle flips in Alaska

October 3, 2023

2 US soldiers killed, a dozen injured after transport vehicle flips in Alaska

Two U.S. Army soldiers were killed and 12 others were injured when a transport vehicle flipped on a dirt road outside Salcha, Alaska. The soldiers were based out of Fort Wainwright.

Alaska's beloved 'Fat Bear Week' could be threatened by government shutdown

September 29, 2023

Alaska's beloved 'Fat Bear Week' could be threatened by government shutdown

"Fat Bear Week," a contest hosted by Katmai National Park that allows residents to vote on their favorite local brown bear, may be postponed amid a looming government shutdown.

Biden admin proposes plan to hold fewest offshore oil drilling leases in US history

September 29, 2023

Biden admin proposes plan to hold fewest offshore oil drilling leases in US history

The Biden administration on Friday proposed a plan to dramatically decrease the number of oil and gas lease sales in federal waters over the next five years in a blow to industry.

Over 500 pounds of moose meat, antlers were aboard plane carrying Rep. Peltola's husband when it crashed

September 28, 2023

Over 500 pounds of moose meat, antlers were aboard plane carrying Rep. Peltola's husband when it crashed

Democratic Alaska Rep. Mary Peltola's husband was aboard a plane reportedly carrying about a quarter-ton of moose meat and antlers when it crashed earlier this month, killing him.

Anchorage joins fight to get Supreme Court to overturn 9th Circuit decision on homeless camps on public spaces

September 28, 2023

Anchorage joins fight to get Supreme Court to overturn 9th Circuit decision on homeless camps on public spaces

Anchorage is reportedly joining a movement in requesting that the Supreme Court overturn 9th Circuit decisions over “homeless camping on public land."

Alaska double murder suspect targeted Florida sheriff with 'lasers that could blind for life': DOJ

September 26, 2023

Alaska double murder suspect targeted Florida sheriff with 'lasers that could blind for life': DOJ

A man accused of a double murder in Alaska faces charges related to allegedly threatening a Florida sheriff who denounced those distributing anti-Sematic flyers

Alaska’s fishing industry faces shrinking career interest from young people

September 26, 2023

Alaska’s fishing industry faces shrinking career interest from young people

The commercial fishing industry in Alaska is shrinking. Fewer young people are seeking a career in the industry due to high entry costs and climate change impacting fish stocks.

Fisherman in Alaska reels in catch that's bright blue on the inside: 'Pretty crazy'

September 21, 2023

Fisherman in Alaska reels in catch that's bright blue on the inside: 'Pretty crazy'

A fisherman from Homer, Alaska, caught a blue-fleshed rock greenling and showed what the fish looks like when cooked. The fillets change color when heated.

Bears in Alaska raid Krispy Kreme doughnut van during delivery to military base

September 19, 2023

Bears in Alaska raid Krispy Kreme doughnut van during delivery to military base

Two bears have raided a Krispy Kreme van during its delivery route in Alaska. The bears, which ignored many efforts meant to clear the animals away, raided packages for 20 minutes.

Anchorage, Alaska, scrambles to find housing for the homeless as winter approaches

September 18, 2023

Anchorage, Alaska, scrambles to find housing for the homeless as winter approaches

As winter nears, Anchorage, Alaska, is scrambling to house its 3,000 homeless people. The city, which was recently approved for $4 million in funds, still needs about 500 winter beds.