Record Snowfall Sinking Boats in Alaska
Most of the lower 48 has been missing out on a lot of Winter. Areas along the West Coast and Great Lakes have had an active Winter, but other than them, many along or east of the Rockies have been quiet so far. Not Alaska. Heavy snowfall towards the end...
Morning Edition Extra, Jan. 7, 2026
Over 50 cars have crashed in Anchorage since Monday, and how the Anchorage Zoo has dealt with the cold, on this Morning Edition Extra.
Simple & Savory: Baked Sesame Miso Cod
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - Here’s a flavorful, restaurant-worthy recipe for a light yet satisfying dish that brings together umami-rich miso cod with a refreshing, crunchy salad to balance it out. Servings: 4. Prep Time: 20 minutes. Cook Time: 15 minutes. Ingredients. For the miso glaze:. 3 tbsp white miso...
AROUND ALASKA: Sparktacular Canceled, New Recruits, and Aurora Plane!
The 2025 Sparktacular at UAF, scheduled for New Year’s Eve, has been officially canceled. The event was initially postponed due to extreme cold, but sponsors have now decided not to hold the show at all. Organizers hope for better conditions for Sparktacular 2026. The Alaska Department of Fish and...
The Anchorage Weekender: A family skate, an art crawl and 7 more local events
The record-breaking snow and frigid cold aren’t slowing anything down. Whether you’re looking to get outside and embrace the powder or cozy up indoors, The Anchorage Weekender rounded up nine things to do in the city. Press Freedom in Alaska. Thursday, 6-8 p.m., 49th State Brewing. Join a...
This Alaskan Youth Shelter is Proving What’s Possible
How Youth-Led, Wraparound Support Is Helping Homeless Young People Build Independent Futures MY House, a shelter for homeless youth in Wasilla, Alaska, has seen great outcomes for its residents thanks to its comprehensive programming and focus on the unique needs … Continue reading →
Anchorage School District suffering transportation delays due to cold
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - The Anchorage School District is experiencing transportation delays due to the extreme cold, according to the ASD. The cold weather is creating difficulty in starting some buses, the ASD says. As a result, there may be delays in transportation. Families affected by the delays are being...
AKGSHC Opens Call for Session Speakers for 2026 Conference
The 44th Annual Alaska Governor’s Safety and Health Conference is seeking session speakers to present technical expertise, real-world experience, and innovative approaches to workplace safety and health across Alaska’s frontline industries. The conference will take place April 7–8, 2026, at the William A. Egan Civic...
Evans Becomes North Pacific Fisheries Management Council’s Fifth Executive Director
A longtime veteran of the North Pacific Fisheries Management Council in Anchorage is the federal regulatory body’s new Executive Director. Diana Evans becomes the council’s fifth leader since it was established under the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act of 1976. Evans has been employed by the...
BOF/IPHC/NPFMC meetings: Bristol Bay, halibut, trawl chum cap
The Alaska Board of Fisheries starts meeting next week in Anchorage with a focus on Bristol Bay, followed by the International Pacific Halibut Commission starting on January 19 in WA and the North Pacific Fishery Management Council on February 5 in Anchorage. Board of Fisheries focus on Bristol Bay. The...
