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Anchorage’s city attorney wants to end the practice of issuing quarterly reports on legal settlements the city approves. The Anchorage Assembly was unanimous in passing a 2023 ordinance requiring the city’s top lawyer to produce a list of every legal claim the city settles out of court. That includes workers’ compensation claims and complaints to the Anchorage Equal Rights Commission. The reports are public...

ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - Dr. Thomas McCarty finished his 15th consecutive Boston Marathon on Monday, continuing his streak of raising funds and awareness for cancer research. McCarty, an audiologist from Alaska, has completed almost 50 marathons total. He runs to raise funds for cancer research at Dana-Farber Hospital in Boston.

Food challenges have become a thrilling attraction for daredevils and foodies alike. The world’s bravest souls venture into these gastronomic feats, hoping to conquer portions that test not only their appetite but their willpower. From gargantuan burgers to fiery wings, these challenges push the limits of human endurance and digestion. Here are the 10 most... The post 10 Outrageous Restaurant Food Challenges You Have...

This story was originally published by Alaska Beacon. Attendees of the Arctic Encounter Summit, held last week in Anchorage, took a break from heavy discussions about climate change, national security, shipping safety and other pressing concerns on Wednesday night to enjoy something more fun: high fashion. The Far North Fashion...

At the March 9th meeting of Anchorage’s Planning and Zoning Commission, the Commissioners unanimously passed PZC Case 2026-0042 to change the definition of the Girdwood Airport (GA) zoning district in a way which would allow a heliport and explosives depot to be built in the southeastern reaches of Glacier Valley. There is a lot to unpack in that sentence, but this work ensures...

Cold months in Anchorage do not forgive weak vehicle decisions. Ice builds fast, snow piles higher than expected, and roads can change from clear asphalt to slippery sheets within a short drive. Families who move through these conditions daily need vehicles that do more than look strong on paper. They need stability during braking, control during cornering, and confidence when visibility drops and traction...

A new planning effort is underway in Anchorage aimed at shaping the future of a key corridor in the city. The Municipality of Anchorage has launched the Muldoon Road Areawide Plan, an initiative focused on guiding future improvements and redevelopment in East Anchorage. Branded “Muldoon’s Moment is Here,” the plan will address key areas including housing, transportation, safety, and economic revitalization.

A Wasilla woman has died following a crash at a busy highway interchange in the Mat-Su. Alaska State Troopers say the collision happened just before noon on Sunday at the Parks Highway and Glenn Highway interchange. Troopers say multiple 911 calls reported the crash, prompting a response from several troopers...

ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - A body was found in the Spenard neighborhood on Monday morning, according to the Anchorage Police Department. Anchorage police arrived at the scene at Lois Drive and West 36th Avenue just before 9 a.m., according to an update posted by APD, and are investigating the circumstances around the person’s death.

ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - Four Anchorage police officers have been identified from Wednesday’s shooting in midtown, leaving the suspect and a police dog injured. Around 3:25 a.m. Wednesday morning, a person saw their stolen car at the Circle K at Minnesota Drive and Spenard Road, according to Anchorage Police Chief Sean Case, who provided details at a press conference last week.