City Shares Winter Bike Commuting Tips as Cold, Snowy Conditions Set In
As winter conditions continue across Anchorage, officials are reminding cyclists that biking can remain a safe and reliable commuting option with the right preparation. A new winter cycling safety graphic highlights several key steps riders can take to stay visible, warm, and in control during cold and snowy weather....
New USS Ted Stevens destroyer delivered to U.S. Navy
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - Huntington Ingalls Industries has delivered the guided missile destroyer USS Ted Stevens to the the U.S. Navy, the company announced Monday. The ship, designated DDG 128, is an Arleigh Burke-class Flight III destroyer and marks the second Flight III destroyer delivered by Ingalls...
Mountain View restaurant to close on New Year’s Eve
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - Anchorage’s only German restaurant is getting set to close its doors on New Year’s Eve following the death of its owner earlier this month. Known as “Uncle Bill,” Bill Ho’Opai died of a heart attack on Dec. 6 at the age of 72.
Connoisseur Media Names Rod Day Market Manager In Alaska.
Connoisseur Media has appointed Rod Day as Market Manager for its Alaska properties. Day returns to Anchorage with more than 20 years of experience in media management, strategic market development and revenue growth. Day has held leadership roles overseeing major ABC, Fox and CW TV affiliates in Alaska. "I'm truly...
Operation Santa visits displaced Western Alaska families in Anchorage
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - For nearly 70 years, Operation Santa has brought Alaska National Guard members statewide to spread holiday joy to rural communities. This year, the Alaska Guard said it brought the Operation festivities to Anchorage for the first time in recent memory. In December, the Alaska National Guard...
Anchorage Police Chief says retail theft numbers are down
"Over the past three months we’ve charged...over 100 individuals, 39 of those cases are felony offenses and 35 are chronic offenders, so multiple arrests over a long period of time."
‘Have fun, stay safe and, if you are going to be using alcohol, please...
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - Anchorage Police Chief Sean Case is encouraging people to enjoy the New Year’s holiday but reminds them to be responsible and follow the law. Case said extra police will be watching to make sure they do. Case said there is always an overtime detail for...
Missing dog recovered in Girdwood ravine after almost 2 weeks
The search for a beloved Girdwood dog has come to an end after members of a search crew found him in a ravine near the Alyeska Ski Resort.
The best and most impactful Mat-Su stories of 2025
Looking back at the 2025 news stories with the biggest impact.
Tazlina Bridge Update: Gaps Expected During Cold Weather, Permanent Joints Planned
Transportation officials are addressing public concerns about visible gaps at the ends of the Tazlina Bridge, saying the issue is expected during extreme cold and does not indicate an unanticipated problem. According to the Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities, the bridge is undergoing a...
