4 million fish, 200 lakes: Anchorage’s sport hatchery opens for tours this week
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - At the William Jack Hernandez Hatchery, there are four million fish to fill 200 lakes, a boost for sport fishing in the miles surrounding southcentral Alaska. It’s the only sport fish hatchery in the area, according to hatchery coordinator Katelyn Zonneville. “Oh it never gets...
Missing Shaktoolik teen found dead in Anchorage
A monthslong search for Kelly Hunt that frustrated family members over a perceived lack urgency from investigators culminated last week when Anchorage police said they found the body of the 19-year-old in the Spenard neighborhood. The Anchorage Police Department said in a Friday evening statement that the body found on...
Candlelight vigil held for 19-year-old Shaktoolik woman found dead in Anchorage
A candlelight vigil held was held Wednesday for Kelly Hunt, a 19-year-old Shaktoolik woman found dead in Anchorage months after going missing.
Police investigate possible assault after man hospitalized
Anchorage police are investigating a possible assault after a man was taken to the hospital with unexplained injuries earlier this week. On April 27, Anchorage Fire Department medics responded to a home in the 700 block of N. Bunn Street and transported an adult male to a local hospital for treatment. Officials say it’s still unclear how the man was injured.
Sunshine returns to Southcentral, with widespread rain building into Southeast
ANCHORAGE, AK (Alaska’s News Source) - Sunshine has returned to many areas of Southcentral, while Southeast is tapping into heavy rainfall. While rain and snow showers are still evident across many areas of the state, more rain and snow will build in as we close out this week. This overall wet weather pattern will keep seemingly cool conditions in play for many.
Two Storm Systems Bracketing the State
ANCHORAGE, AK (Alaska’s News Source) - Alaska is sitting between two major weather systems mid-week. A low-pressure system is moving into the far western Aleutians and will be the next weather maker for that region. Meanwhile, a front is sliding across Southeast Alaska, delivering heavy rain across most of the region.
Anchorage Assembly changes how city attorney discloses legal settlements
The Anchorage Assembly has changed how the city’s law department publicly discloses legal settlements. Since 2023, the city attorney has released a quarterly report listing every legal claim the city settles out of court. The move came amid a number of high-profile lawsuits filed against the city under the administration of Mayor Dave Bronson.
Dangerous ice conditions seen throughout Mat-Su as borough officials warn of risks
WASILLA, Alaska (KTUU) - The Matanuska-Susitna Borough says that ice on bodies of water throughout the Valley is becoming weaker and is warning residents not to venture out. According to the borough, the rise in temperatures and changing conditions are resulting in weaker and unstable ice conditions. “Ice conditions are...
Eva Bilet, a daughter of Norway, became an Alaskan
Editor's Note: National Centenarian's Day is Sept. 22. The day honors those who've celebrated 100 birthdays or more. We're publishing profiles of people who have hit this milestone. The Alaska Commission on Aging is working with the Governor's Office, Pioneer Homes and Long Term Care Ombudsman to celebrate Alaska's centenarians. If you know someone who is 100 or older and would like us to...
Anchorage Police officer charged with DUI while driving patrol car
Charles Bowser has been placed on administrative leave pending an internal and external investigation, according to the APD.
