By Derek Minemyer: ‘A small-town kid with a bigger-than-life attitude,’ a family friend remembers victim of fatal mauling
By Chris Klint: 2 held after stolen SUV’s Elmore Road wreck
By Kortnie Horazdovsky, Daniel Kirby: UPDATE: Four dead in crash that closes Parks Highway south of Cantwell
By Chris Klint: 4 dead, 4 hurt in Parks Highway collision near Cantwell
By Jill Burke: When allegations of sexual abuse are made, who gets notified?
By Richard Mauer: Governor proposes new laws to fight crime
By Daniella Rivera: Track Palin could face expulsion from Veterans Court, automatic jail time
By Kortnie Horazdovsky: FPD, Troopers found justified in deadly Christmas Eve shooting in Fairbanks
By Liz Raines: Over a month later, no answers on alleged primary voter fraud
By Dave Leval: Homeowner learns lesson when it comes to home improvements
By Associated Pess: Sitka Assembly member sued over marijuana business dispute
By Associated Press: Bethel man cited after Facebook post advertising moose meat
By Leroy Polk: Mini horses now qualify as service animals on Alaska Airlines flights
By Tegan Hanlon: Aviation-focused town hall for Alaska governor candidates veers off-track
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Alaska News October 01, 2018
By Kyle Hopkins: Two women say Kotzebue man charged with killing 10-year-old had previously abused them as girls
By Michelle Therriault Boots: Anchorage hunter badly hurt after shot bear falls on him
By Chris Klint: Soldier badly hurt after shot bear falls on him
By Michelle Therriault Boots: Wasilla man cited for hunting grouse from Parks Highway after he ‘startled’ a pedestrian
By Chris Klint: Guiding firm reported clients’ illegal moose kill, troopers say
By Dave Leval: Anchorage judo instructor helps women defend themselves
By Tegan Hanlon: How do you solve weird Alaska fish mysteries? This Sitka woman has a Facebook group for that.
Office of Governor Bill Walker One Alaska Update October 01, 2018
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OCT. 2 IS LOCAL ELECTION DAY
Turnout is historically poor for local elections around the state. Democrats go to the polls in greater numbers and are stacking these seats over because Republicans don’t run and don’t vote.
If you need to know the party affiliation of a certain candidate in your area, I’ll be running a rapid-response email between now and 8 pm Tuesday. Write to me at Suzannedowning907@gmail.com and I’ll look it up for you as soon as I can.
Alaska News September 30, 2018
By Chris Klint: 1 rescued, 3 missing in Southeast Alaska helicopter crash
By Sean Maguire: Coast guard rescues 1 survivor from helicopter crash, searching for 3 more
By Chris Klint: 5 rescued from sinking boat off Tununak
“Because the family of these folks had VHF radios, and because they had a radio aboard as well, we were better able to locate them and understand their situation,” Lt. Casey Corpe, the C-130’s co-pilot, said in the statement. “Though they did not have a life jacket for every person on the boat, I’m sure that next time they go out they will. Alaskan water temperatures are unforgiving. If something goes wrong on the water, a life jacket often means the difference between life and death.”
By Associated Press: Alaska woman yells out in court, disrupts own hearing
By Dave Goldman: ASAA cross country champions take on trails, weather
By John Thompson: Anchorage hockey’s ‘Horseman’ back in the saddle
By Devin Kelly: Anchorage gives illegal campers three days’ notice, stores belongings for first time
Alaska News September 29, 2018
By Chris Klint: Track Palin again arrested on domestic violence charges
By Chris Klint: 2 men wounded in overnight Anchorage shootings
By Mary Simton: Inmate coaxes woman with ‘disabilities’ to smuggle drugs into prison
By Jill Burke: Good touch, bad touch: How to talk with your child about sexual abuse
By Kortnie Horazdovsky: Murkowski & Sullivan both support FBI investigation into Kavanaugh allegations
By Steve Quinn: Walker campaign files complaint against Republican Governor’s Association
By Heather Hintze: Happening Saturday: Mat-Su Emergency Preparedness Expo
By Leroy Polk: Muni and Chugach talk deal on ML&P sale, approved by voters in April
By Joe Vigil: No layoffs with sale of ML&P to Chugach Electric
By Daniel Kirby: One year after rescue, Tyonek the Beluga whale calf is healthy and growing
The State’s Status Quo: How to fund it KTOO reporter Andrew Kitchenman speaks with Rebecca Palsha about a proposed $200 million shortfall toward maintaining current service levels
By Daniel Kirby: ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) — KTUU viewer Mike Criss captured some of the beauty of Alaska’s fall colors from unparalleled vantage points.
By Rhonda McBride: Frontiers 152: Alaska Drone Pioneers
By Liz Raines: ‘Cubania’ celebrates latin culture in Anchorage
Alaska News September 28, 2018
By KTVA Web Staff: Palmer woman killed in single-vehicle crash
By Joe Vigil: Police: Man squeezed girlfriend’s neck until she couldn’t speak
By Chris Klint: Missing Oregon man found safe at Anchorage airport
By Rebecca Palsha: Here’s what Sen. Lisa Murkowski has said about Judge Kavanaugh and allegations of sexual assault so far
By Heather Hintze: Teacher told police he was a ‘pedophile’ after sex assault allegations
By Scott Gross: Alaska fourth-graders rank dead last nationally in reading
By Angela Krenzien: 14-year-old spearheads ‘Blessing Box’ outreach
By Associated Press: Apartment owner fined for not warning tenants of arsenic
By Richard Mauer: New law offers alternative to guardianship for seniors and those with developmental disabilities
By Derek Minemyer: A homeless family’s Alaska tale prompts donations from Eagle River
Alaska News September 27, 2018
By KTUU Staff: Iditarod Elementary teacher arrested for sexual abuse of a minor
Anyone with information on Nighswonger is asked to call WPD investigator Bennett at 907-352-5418.
By Megan Mazurek: Wasilla teacher charged with sexual abuse of a minor
A judge following the law faces public backlash “I think we are all surprised that masturbating on somebody is not a sex crime under Alaska law,” said Alaska Attorney General Jahna Lindemuth.
By Mary Simton: Anchorage man wanted on multiple outstanding warrants
By Associated Press: Former KeyBank employee who allegedly fled with $4.3M extradited to Alaska
By Heather Hintze: ‘You’re not alone’: Sharing stories of domestic violence helps community heal
By Dave Goldman: AFL to recognize hospitalized player through league award
Initially paralyzed from the neck down, he’s since had movement in his arms and shoulders. After the shooting, he was transferred to a rehabilitation center in Atlanta. Kenyada came back to Anchorage in June to sell their possessions to help pay for expenses.
By Mary Simton: Providence doctor educates Alaskans on the risks of Sepsis
By Derek Minemyer: Alaskan nurses help in North Carolina, devastated by Hurricane Florence
By Patrick Enslow: Soldiers’ inside joke ends up raising hundreds for Service Flag Football
By Associated Press: Ice Alaska sues former leaders over mismanagement claims
Beyond North Slope oil: Diversifying Alaska’s economy Alaska’s North Slope sees an uptick in investment activity, while the state says oil revenue alone won’t pay the bills.
By Victoria Taylor: Goodwill opens second retail store in Anchorage
Alaska News September 26, 2018
By Kyle Hopkins: ‘It’s in God’s hands now,’ father says as bail set at $3 million in Kotzebue child murder case
Wilson gets $3M bail in Kotzebue girl’s killing
By Mary Simton: APD: Hit-and-run suspect ran over friend’s leg
By Associated Press: Fairbanks greenlights reality TV show featuring city police
By Shannon Ballard: Globe-trotting WWII veteran visits Anchorage on ‘No Regrets Tour’
By Cassie Schirm: Assembly wants details after surplus becomes deficit
By Patrick Enslow: South High principal holds meeting with parents after head soccer coach fired
By Daniel Kirby, KTUU Staff: Anchorage Assembly suspends cultivation license of Alaska Sense LLC
By Manny Creech: Alaska lawmaker to receive National Foster Award
By John Thompson: Head of the Class: Wayne Ashworth
UAA’s new Chancellor speaks about her new role UAA Chancellor Dr. Cathy Sandeen speaks about her new role and what she hopes to accomplish during her tenure.
By Chris Mooney, The Washington Post: This hissing, bubbling Alaska lake is frightening scientists
Kate Walter Anthony, Chirs Mooney: Arctic expert discovers methane fuelled lake in Alaska ‘These lakes speed up permafrost thaw,’ says expert Katey Ms Walter Anthony. ‘It’s an acceleration’
Rasmuson Foundation: Foundation’s first senior fellow has a big job. He’s been preparing his whole life.
Alaska News September 25, 2018
By Chris Klint: Pilot dies in plane crash near Rainy Pass
By Mary Simton: Kotzebue man faces murder charges in 10-year-old girl’s disappearance
By Cassie Schirm: STAR comments on controversial sexual abuse case
By Chris Klint: Claman to head Alaska Criminal Justice Commission
By Joe Vigil: Parents continue to ask for video of alleged abuse by ASD teacher
By Lauren Maxwell: Alaska Judicial Council says controversial judge’s information is public
By Scott Gross: School Board has tough time passing new school calendar
By Scott Gross: School Board member Bettye Davis resigns
By Victoria Taylor: AK Air National Guard prepares for Iraq Deployment
By Derek Minemyer: Gannett Glacier Fire Crew of Palmer returns home
By Sean Maguire: New tariffs hit some Anchorage businesses causing prices to rise
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Alaska News September 24, 2018
By Chris Klint: Missing Fort Wainwright soldier found dead
By Chris Klint: 2 found dead in plane crash near Healy
By Scott Gross: Homer gathers for police officer’s final call
By Dave Leval: Girl hit by pole in Anchorage crash back on her feet
By Dave Leval: Anchorage rallies to stop substance abuse
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Governor Bill Walker One Alaska Update September 24, 2018
Alaska News September 23, 2018
By Mary Simton: Police name man killed in Mountain View fire
By Sean Maguire: Hundreds pack Kotzebue gymnasium to honor and remember Ashley Johnson-Barr
By Heather Hintze: Kotzebue community mourns slain 10-year-old
By Alex DeMarban, Zaz Hollander: Prosecutor says state went with best option under the law in plea deal that has outraged public
By Steve Quinn: Schneider plea draws outrage, calls to oust judge
By Shannon Ballard: Termination dust arrives in Anchorage
By Associated Press: Kodiak school district moves to close Larsen Bay School