Anchorage adopts law to help tenants displaced by unsafe housing
Ordinance requires landlords to pay relocation assistance for tenants displaced by unsafe housing; municipality may advance funds and recover costs.
NEW DETAILS: ‘Enormous structural damage’ seen after overnight fire at an Anchorage funeral home,...
The Anchorage Fire Department (AFD) has confirmed there was a fire at Anchorage’s Kehl’s Legacy Funeral Home on Old Seward and Klatt.
Girdwood dog, missing for 2 weeks, rescued from deep Alyeska ravine
Ski patrollers at Alyeska Ski Resort in Girdwood rescued a dog from a deep ravine last week that had been missing for 13 days. Otis, who’s described as a friendly Bernese Mountain Dog who loves snacks, was reported missing on Dec. 17 from his home in Girdwood on Crystal Mountain Road.
The Alaska Center Hiring for Climate and Clean Energy Roles in Anchorage Area
The The Alaska Center has announced it is hiring for two positions as it works to advance clean air and water, healthy communities, and a just, clean energy future for Alaska. The organization is currently seeking a Climate & Clean Energy Program Manager, a leadership role focused on guiding advocacy efforts and...
Alaska Statewide Arts and Culture Convergence Set for April 2026 in Anchorage
The Alaska State Council on the Arts and the Alaska Arts & Culture Foundation have announced plans to host the Alaska Statewide Arts and Culture Convergence in Anchorage on April 16–17, 2026. The two-day gathering will bring together artists, cultural leaders, educators, nonprofit organizations, and community...
Anchorage adds new signage to Goose Loop trail to improve safety, navigation
Anchorage is making it easier for residents and visitors to navigate local trails, starting with Goose Loop. New signage is being installed to help people find their way safely and confidently, thanks to a partnership between the Anchorage Parks Foundation and the University of Alaska Anchorage. Officials say clear...
Update in case of 4-year-old Johnathan Boley
Boley was found Friday afternoon about two miles from his father’s home after a three day search in the Thach community of Walker County.
State plans turn-blocking medians for Parks Highway in Wasilla
The updates are designed to improve traffic flow and safety along the corridor.
Anchorage sees drop in retail theft after coordinated enforcement strategy
Anchorage Police say their coordinated approach to fighting retail theft is showing results. The department reports a drop in theft-related crimes thanks to new enforcement strategies aimed at repeat offenders. The Anchorage Police Department launched a plan combining a dedicated Retail Crime Unit, targeted Retail...
You Don’t Need To Ski To Love This Snow Tubing Hill in Alaska
I didn’t grow up in a cold climate, so winter sports were never part of my life. That said, I love vacationing in places that get lots of snow, but learning to ski as an adult is just a bit too far outside my comfort zone. But snow tubing? That’s something I can get behind. […]
