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Unlock the Best Black Friday Deals Without Breaking the Bank

Learn how to shop like a pro this Black Friday with smart strategies and tips to snag the best deals while avoiding overspending.

Bears at an Army base in Alaska broke into Humvees and ate dozens of MRE meals

Bears struck at least twice on an Alaska Army base, climbing inside military vehicles and eating dozens of pre-packaged meals.

Alaska Public Media Expands Radio Shows with New Hosts

Alaska Public Media has added new hosts to three of its weekly local radio programs, including Alaska's former Chief Medical Officer.

The lion that walked through your yard

Grizzly and black bears remind humans that we are not at the top of the food chain in Alaska. Ancient Alaskans shared the grasslands with possibly an even more terrifying

Boeing's terrible, horrible, no good, very bad year

Boeing has faced mechanical problems, safety problems, grounded planes, stranded astronauts, executive departures, a strike, and layoffs in 2024.

Growing legal fallout over Kindred resignation now includes challenge to high-profile opioid case conviction

An attorney for Jessica Spayd says that as the former Eagle River nurse practitioner’s federal opioid deaths trial was unfolding, the judge was texting about it to a former law clerk-turned-federal prosecutor he was romantically involved with.

Filipino-Alutiiq Word of the Week

Filipiinaq Filipiinat taitaallriit kiagmi pekcaturluteng kaanaRimen. – The Filipino people used to come in the summer to work in the canneries. People of Filipino heritage have been part of Alaska history for over two hundred and thirty years.

Here’s a look at tribal lands in the U.S. before there was forced removal

Among the relocated tribes were the Cherokee, Choctaw, Chickasaw, Creek and Seminole. The Choctaw relocation began in 1830; the Chickasaw relocation was in 1837; the Creek were removed by force in 1836; and the Seminole removal triggered a seven-year war that ended in 1843.

USPS announces the last day people can mail Christmas presents

The United States Postal Service (USPS) announced when people should send their Christmas presents to make sure the gifts arrive in time.

“People Love to Vote for a Raise”: Three States Gear Up for Minimum Wage Vote

Missouri, Alaska and Nebraska are voting on ballot measures that could raise wages for nearly a million workers.

Layla Hays, 2025 recruit from Alaska, commits to Iowa women’s basketball

Hays is listed as the No. 68 recruit in the 2025 class. She is the second member of Iowa’s class, joining Addie Deal and Journey Houston. Freshman Ava Heiden, from Oregon is expected to be the starting post when the Hawkeyes host Missouri Western in their exhibition game Oct. 30.

Video shows Coast Guard rescue 2 northeast of Key West

MIAMI – The Coast Guard released a video Saturday of a recent rescue at sea northeast of Key West. A crew in a Coast Guard helicopter from Miami found two people clinging to what was left of a 32-foot vessel after it started to take on water on Friday. The video shows when the Coast Guard crew hoisted them into the helicopter at night.

Anchorage Wolverines top Kenai River 3-2 in long-awaited return to Sullivan Arena

Jackson Stimple of the Anchorage Wolverines, brings the puck up the ice as Thomas Gunderson of the Kenai River Brown Bears, tries to steal it at the Sullivan Arena in Anchorage on Friday, Oct. 11, 2024. (Bob Hallinen Photo)

Book review: Twenty years later, Ned Rozell takes another pipeline walk

The science writer returned to the 800-mile Alaska Pipeline corridor, telling his own story within the structure of a time travel through the change that’s facing Alaska

Trail cams near an Alaska neighborhood catch the magical and violent world of wildlife

Joe Cantil, left, and Donna Gail Shaw, pose for a photo on Sept. 26, 2024, in Anchorage, Alaska. The two are the co-administrators of a Facebook group that features wildlife videos captured on their trail cameras very near a populated Anchorage neighborhood. (AP Photo/Mark Thiessen

Alaska Air National Guard Rescues Injured Goat Hunter Near Haines

Alaska Air National Guard rescued a goat hunter near Haines after he fell down a cliff. Despite challenging terrain and weather, they safely transported him to a medical center in

Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 Diverts To Missoula Following Cracked Window

On October 11th, Alaska Airlines flight AS345 from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) departed Columbus at 09:06 and was over three hours into its journey when a cracked passenger window led to ...

It's not just Fat Bear Week in Alaska. Trail cameras are also capturing wolves, moose and more

ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — Millions of people worldwide tuned in for a remote Alaska national park’s “Fat Bear Week” celebration this month, as captivating livestream camera footage caught the chubby predators chomping on salmon and fattening up for the winter.

Grand re-opening: Sullivan Arena welcomes back hockey with Anchorage versus Kenai

The doors to the Sullivan Arena are opening up to hockey once again as the Anchorage Wolverines junior hockey program is set to skate their 2024-25 season in the 6,000+ seat stadium.

Alaska Airlines passenger reports flight’s close call with another plane on approach to land at Redmond Airport

A passenger on an Alaska Airlines flight Wednesday said they had a close call on final approach toRedmond Airport, as the pilot had to pull up to avoid another plane, delaying its landing. We've reached out to the FAA to confirm details.

Indigenous educators propose new Alaska Native language standards

A group of 14 Indigenous educators in Alaska is proposing new standards for how Alaska Native languages — some of which are on the verge of dying out — are

Internet in Awe As Surfers Ride 'Insane' Rare Wave in Alaska

A video of surfers catching a wave that can only be spotted in Alaska in the United States has captivated viewers on TikTok. The moment was captured in a video was posted by Ben Gravy (@bengravyy) and has garnered over 807,000 views since it was shared on ...

Alaska Airlines Releases the Kraken

The new 737-9 Max livery pays tribute to the Seattle Kraken, the National Hockey League team that calls the Emerald City home.

Economic Snapshot Shows Alaska Seafood Industry Suffered $1.8 Billion Loss 2022–2023

NOAA Fisheries has released a new economic snapshot focused on the Alaska seafood industry. Economists estimate that the Alaska seafood industry suffered an $1.8 billion loss (2022-2023). The Alaska fishing industry saw a 50 percent decline in profitability (2021-2023).

Cherokee Nation repatriates illegally hunted wildlife to NANA Regional Corp. in Alaska

Leaders from the Cherokee Nation visited Alaska recently, meeting with Alaska Wildlife Troopers and the NANA Regional Corporation Inc.

Alaska Airlines flight from Ohio to Seattle diverted to Missoula airport

A Boeing 737 Alaska Airline flight en route from Columbus, Ohio to Seattle was diverted to the Missoula airport Friday monring.

No physical law school in Alaska? No problem

Alaska is the only state in the country without a brick-mortar law school, so where do students with legal ambitions go?

Alaska Marine Lines overhauls retired tugboat

The 120- by 34-foot Polar King, a Robin-class tug built at McDermott Shipyard in 1974, is being overhauled by Alaska Marine Lines. According to Kris Mullan, port engineer for Alaska Marine Lines, who said the project kicked off in April, around eight similar tugs were built at the yard, four of which are owned by Alaska Marine Lines.

Alaska Public To Buy GCI Property

A broadcast television station that from its December 1953 sign-on through the end of July 2020 served as Alaska's primary CBS affiliate is being sold by the GCI subsidiary that has owned it since November 2013.

Alaska Air National Guard rescues goat hunter near Haines

Alaska Air National Guard members of 176th Wing rescued an injured goat hunter Oct. 4 about 15 miles northwest of Haines. The mission started when the Alaska Rescue Coordination Center received a request for assistance from the Alaska State Troopers following a report of a goat hunter who was injured

Alaska State Fire Marshal Emphasizes the Importance of Smoke Detectors

As the autumn chill settles in, fire safety is a paramount concern for Alaskans. Governor Mike Dunleavy issued a proclamation to recognize October as Fire Prevention month in Alaska. And as October 6 – 12 is Fire Prevention Week,

Ad check: Does Alaska’s congresswoman vote with President Biden 80% of the time?

Yes, if you look at last year and only at the votes the president announced a position on. Most Democrats align more closely.

Opinion: Begich’s business shows commitment to Alaska

Mr. Begich’s business creates a global market bridge. It provides opportunities for Alaskans to engage in global supply chains or benefit from international trade connections. Moreover, it enhances Alaska’s visibility on the world stage, attracting other businesses to invest or expand in Alaska.

In their sole TV debate, Alaska U.S. House candidates differ on resources, abortion and grocery chain merger

Republican Nick Begich raised doubts about President Biden’s victory in 2020. Incumbent Democrat Mary Peltola declined to say whether she would vote for Kamala Harris.

Alaska’s seafood industry lost $1.8 billion last year, NOAA report says

The array of economic and environmental challenges has devastated one of Alaska’s main industries, said the report. And the losses extend beyond economics, casting doubt on prospects for the future, the report said.

Alaska Airlines employees fired for questioning its support of Equality Act appeal ruling

Two former employees of Alaska Airlines who were fired for questioning the company s support of the Equality Act are appealing a decision that ruled against their claims of religious discrimination