Police identify 19-year-old found dead as Anchorage probe continues
Anchorage Police have identified a person found deceased earlier this month, as the investigation continues. Police say the individual discovered outdoors on April 20 in the 3500 block of Lois Drive has been identified as 19-year-old Kelly Hunt. Investigators say Hunt arrived in Anchorage on January 6 and was staying...
Chief Case discusses finding the body of Kelly Hunt
Last week, the body of Kelly Hunt was found in a Spenard neighborhood. Chief Sean Case with the Anchorage Police Department spoke to Alaska's News Source about how cases like this are investigated as well as what to do if someone you know goes missing.
Anchorage man indicted on attempted murder charges after shootout with police
A man injured in a shootout with police in Midtown Anchorage in mid-April has been indicted for several alleged felonies, including attempted murder. A grand jury on Friday handed up an indictment against Marcus Mewborn, 30, in connection with an incident on April 15. That morning, officers responded to a report of a stolen vehicle near Eureka Street and 34th Avenue. When they...
Hikers rescued after avalanche near Flattop outside Anchorage
A group of hikers is safe after an avalanche near Anchorage, thanks in part to quick action from bystanders and first responders. Alaska State Troopers say they received a 911 call around 4:30 p.m. on Saturday reporting a man caught in an avalanche about two miles east of the Flattop parking lot.
Alaska’s Most Common Occupations
Even on a slow early February day, Circular clothing boutique on Sixth Avenue in Downtown Anchorage is hopping with customers. Kim Stalder, the owner, attends each one personally. For regulars, she suggests bargains they might like; for first timers, she recommends a local tailor who can alter a garment. The name of the shop indicates Stalder’s ecological consciousness, and her clientele is willing to...
Arctic Comic Con enjoys biggest year, brings big names to Anchorage
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - Hundreds of donned their favorite merchandise and cosplays and flocked to the Dena’ina Center in Anchorage this weekend for the two-day Arctic Comic Con 2026. The event spanned all three floors of the center and treated attendees to vendors, celebrity performances and meet-and-greets, gaming tournaments...
Multiple hikers helped to safety during two search-and-rescue operations near Flattop
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - Rescuers had a busy evening near Anchorage Glen Alps Saturday, as two separate calls for help came in. The first, and bigger of the two rescues, began with a call around 4:30 p.m. Saturday about two miles east of the Flattop parking lot, according to Alaska State Troopers (AST).
‘Amazing, beyond that’: Alaskan veterans get hero’s welcome after Honor Flight journey
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - Throngs of friends, families and well-wishers gathered in the halls of Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport Saturday to welcome home a group of Alaskan Vietnam veterans returning from their Honor Flight. “That was totally the opposite of the greeting that I got,” veteran Jeff Craig said...
Man taken to hospital after morning shooting
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - A man was taken to the hospital with “life threatening injuries” after a report of a shooting in Fairview early Saturday morning, the Anchorage Police Department said. The call came in just after 4 a.m. It happened on the 900 block of East 12th...
Seawolves win three events in Bellingham
BELLINGHAM, WASH. – The University of Alaska Anchorage won three events at the Pee Wee Halsell Collegiate Invite. Anders Larsen won the 110-hurdles in 14.74, tied for third-fastest in school history. Tyler Drake was second (14.94), and Tobin Schmidtke fourth (15.76). Mya Campbell won the high jump clearing 1.60/5-3,...

















