A village of tiny houses for homeless people is taking shape in Anchorage
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - In a parking lot behind municipal buildings near Tudor and Elmore, a tiny home village is taking shape. Over the last two weeks, 24 tiny homes known as microunits have been moved into the space with eight more on the way. The units will house a behavioral health treatment program, according...
Alaska truck driving schools avoid federal crackdown affecting thousands nationwide
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - Alaska’s commercial driving schools remain unaffected by a federal crackdown threatening to close nearly 7,500 training programs nationwide, state officials confirmed this week. On Monday, the U.S. Department of Transportation released a federal notice stating training providers are now...
For one woman, jail death of former Kenai church leader leaves void of accountability
A former Kenai church leader accused of sexually abusing or assaulting multiple underage girls died in Alaska Department of Corrections custody last week. Alaska State Troopers say 45-year-old Aaron “Scott” Merritt was found unresponsive in his cell at the Anchorage Correctional Complex on Nov. 21 and was pronounced...
North Pole baby survives rare feet-first birth
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - A North Pole couple welcomed the newest edition to their family in a way they did not anticipate; the newborn arrived in the world feet-first. “Right before he came out, he decided to flip,” said Amber, the mother of newborn baby Reed. “My water broke...
Your Small Children Should Not Be at the Gym.
A recent social media post has sparked a heated discussion about the appropriateness of bringing young children to the gym. The original post expressed frustration over parents bringing their toddlers and young kids, particularly those aged 4 to 8, into cardio and free weight areas of the gym. The author of the post...
Philly Cheesesteak Quest: The Best in Town
In the quest for the best cheesesteak in town, social media users have been sharing their favorite spots to grab this delicious sandwich. From traditional Philly-style to unique local takes, the discussion has been lively and varied.
West Virginia Officially Lands Alaskan Wide Receiver Landon Drumm
Get to know the newest West Virginia receiver in the 2026 class.
Early-Morning Crash on Seward Highway Quickly Cleared by AFD & APD
The Anchorage Fire Department (AFD) and Anchorage Police Department (APD) responded early Thursday morning to a vehicle accident near Mile 114 of the Seward Highway. Officials reported that emergency crews arrived on scene shortly after the call came in, working to secure the area and assist those involved. Details...
Alaska collects millions selling drivers data to third parties, documents reveal
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - When Alaskans apply for a driver’s license, their information is also sold to third parties such as LexisNexis and CARFAX. “My reaction is red hot,” Cindy Donaldson from Anchorage said when told about it. “I feel like it’s not right,” James John said outside...
Anchorage Sees Alarming Spike in Pedestrian Deaths This Year
Anchorage police say pedestrian deaths in the city have sharply increased, with 15 people killed in vehicle-versus-pedestrian collisions over the past 12 months, more than double the number of fatalities reported in 2023. According to the Anchorage Police Department, the rise in deadly incidents reflects a growing...
