AROUND ALASKA: Bear Encounter, David Spade and Cruiser Contest!
When Alaska’s Division of Homeland Security brought an Earthquake Simulator to the Trailside Discovery Camp in Anchorage, a bear decided to join the fun by swiping a camper’s lunchbox. The department posted that "thanks to quick action from counselors," campers were safely escorted away and everyone went home with...
Alaska Aviation Museum Fly By Festival aimed at creating new generation of flight enthusiasts
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - The Alaska Aviation Museum hosted its annual Fly By Festival and fundraiser Saturday. It was held at the museum, which is on the banks of Lake Hood, the world’s largest and busiest seaplane base, according to the Alaska Department of Transportation. As soon as the...
Families grieve homes destroyed in Denali Borough fires, plan to rebuild
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - Families within the Denali Borough are finding their way forward after homes, cabins and other outbuildings burned in the Bear Creek Fire. Six primary residences were among the 18 total buildings destroyed, according to Denali Borough Mayor Chris Noel. Army veteran Sam Bretches and his...
Wasilla police intercept 450 user doses of fentanyl during traffic stop
Families grieve homes destroyed in Denali Borough fires, plan to rebuild. Families within the Denali Borough are finding their way forward after homes, cabins and other outbuildings burned in the Bear Creek Fire. Updated: 59 minutes ago. A 144-pound halibut has placed a Fairbanks woman at the top of the...
Editorial: ‘Action’ is the Antidote to Despair
A fundamental purpose of a free press is to serve as a watchdog on power. It's right there in the First Amendment, "Congress shall make no law ... prohibiting ... the freedom ... of the press..." Even our nation's founders knew they—and their projects—needed to be watched. "Bearing...
Eagle River woman aims to spread mental health awareness during Ms. Wheelchair USA competition
EAGLE RIVER, Alaska (KTUU) - An Eagle River woman is moving forward in the 2025 Ms. Wheelchair USA competition. Kathryn Arvidson will be representing Alaska next month - as she competes for the title of Ms. Wheelchair USA - during the nationwide competition on July 18 and 19 in Ohio.
Alaska wildfires persist as crews make gains ahead of returning dry weather
Firefighters across Alaska are working around the clock as wildfires continue to burn across the state. While recent rain has helped in some areas, warm, dry weather returning this week could bring more challenges. Crews are actively working to contain the Nelchina Glacier Fire, burning near Eureka Lodge along the...
Standoff in East Anchorage ends with arrest, APD K9 injured during response
An overnight standoff in East Anchorage ended with a man in custody—and an Anchorage Police Department K9 injured in the line of duty. It started just after 2:00 a.m. Saturday, when Anchorage police received multiple 911 calls reporting gunfire near the 8100 block of East 16th Avenue. Responding officers...
An Evening with Bill Nye Comes to Alaska Center for the Performing Arts in...
An Evening with Bill Nye comes to Alaska Center for the Performing Arts in August. The event is set for Thursday, August 21, 2025 at 7:00 pm. Join the beloved “Science Guy” himself, Bill Nye, for a captivating evening that blends science, comedy, and inspiration. Expect an engaging talk covering topics like space...
Fire departments, organizations across Alaska mourn ambush deaths of Idaho firefighters
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - Several fire departments throughout the state of Alaska have started to share sentiments of grief and mourning following Sunday’s ambush attack in Idaho that left two firefighters dead and one injured. A man armed with a rifle started a wildfire Sunday and then began shooting...
