Anchorage Police officer Michael Shamblin identified in DeBarr Road shooting
Anchorage police officer Michael Shamblin has been identified as the officer who shot an armed man during a confrontation near DeBarr Road. Shamblin has been with the Anchorage Police Department since 2023. Police say the incident began August 13, around 1:25 p.m., when officers responded to reports of shots fired...
Man wanted on $2 million warrants arrested following ‘lengthy surveillance’
Charles Yingst was arrested on charges of escaping and violating pre-trial release conditions, according to Alaska State Troopers.
Woman Survives Bear Attack Using One Crucial Item
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Can You Own a Turtle in Alaska? Wildlife Laws, Permits, and Local Rules Explained
Explore amazing animal stories – visit Animal of Things Now and follow us! Alaska has no native turtles of any kind, yet thousands of Alaskans keep them as pets. If you’re wondering whether you can own a turtle in Alaska, the short answer is yes for most common pet species, but the details involve state wildlife regu
‘Every parent’s worst nightmare’: Teen cyclist dead after being hit by car in Eagle...
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - A teenager is dead after being hit by a car while cycling near the Old Glenn Highway last week, according to the Anchorage Police Department. Family members confirmed with Alaska’s News Source on Monday that the victim was 15-year-old Mason Stiglich. “Despite the extraordinary efforts...
Young bicyclist dies three days after being struck by SUV in Anchorage
A young bicyclist has died three days after being struck by a vehicle in Anchorage. The Anchorage Police Department says the crash happened Wednesday night, August 12, around 8:15, near Park Place on the Old Glenn Highway. Police say an SUV was exiting a parking lot onto the highway when...
Alyeska Blueberry Festival returns for 19th year
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - Thousands flocked to Alyeska Resort in Girdwood Saturday for the first of a two-day celebration centered around blueberries in bloom. “We have been blessed with beautiful weather today,” Alyeska Director of Special Events and Partnerships Arab Ginnett said. “This is for all of our blueberry e
‘The kids need this’: Rockin’ B Ranch owners hoping to pass on the reigns...
The owners of Rockin’ B Ranch in Rabbit Creek are looking for potential buyers of their property after hosting horse-riding camps for more than 20 years.
The eyes say it all in new Service High School mural
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - If you’ve driven by Service High School lately and had the sense that something was watching you, you’re right! The school now boasts a large mural on the side of the building featuring the eyes of the Service Cougar. Anchorage Artist Jen Jolliff said...
‘Germ factory’: ASD’s back-to-school health guide for Anchorage families
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - The Anchorage School District is reminding families of clear guidelines for when a sick child should stay home as the new school year begins. “My big thing is wanting our children in our community to be successful members of society. Keeping them healthy is a very important part of that,” sai
