Alaska typhoon victims’ losses of traditional foods go beyond dollar values
When natural disasters strike in the lower 48, people affected are compensated for income lost from wage-earning jobs that have been interrupted, as well as lost assets with assigned financial value. For residents of the Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta region who were displaced by Typhoon Halong, such losses are not so easily...
Mystery of The Continental: An Unanswered Event Booking
Concerns have been raised about the status of The Continental, a popular venue in the city. For several weeks, the establishment has not been responding to inquiries regarding a booked event. A recent visit to the location revealed an accumulation of mail slid underneath the front door, suggesting that the business...
APD public dashboard shows enforcement of Anchorage’s camping ban increasing
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - Anchorage police have updated the public dashboard that shows how Anchorage’s camping ban is being enforced in the city. The ordinance — which went into effect in July — makes it illegal to camp near places like roads, trails, sidewalks, schools and daycare centers, among other places.
Anchorage Mayor LaFrance to propose 3% sales tax
Anchorage residents could soon decide whether to adopt a 3% city sales tax aimed at investing in public safety, infrastructure, housing and child care, while easing property taxes. Mayor Suzanne LaFrance said Wednesday that her administration is finalizing its proposal now. The Assembly would have to approve it...
Mat-Su voters split over 7-cent a gallon fuel tax proposition
Trips into the Matanuska and Susitna valleys may be more expensive for the next year if voters pass a gas tax.
You’d Never Guess Alaska’s Best Halibut Sandwich Comes From This Gas Station Cafe
Tucked away at 109 W. 4th Ave in downtown Anchorage, The White Spot Cafe has been a staple since 1946. Known for its unassuming charm, this café has won the hearts of locals with a particular star dish—the halibut sandwich. Known to many as the best in Alaska, this sandwich is simple yet extraordinary, letting the...
Mat-Su voters reject proposed gas tax, mixed outcomes in other measures
Votes are still being counted in the Mat-Su Borough, but early results show voters rejecting a proposed gas tax. Ballot Question 2 asked whether the borough should enact a seven-cent-per-gallon fuel tax to fund road projects and reduce property taxes. Preliminary results show more than 8,000 voters opposed the...
Federal Emergency Funding Approved to Support Alaska Communities After Typhoon Halong
On October 28, 2025, Secretary Kristi Noem announced the approval of $1 million in expedited FEMA funding for Alaska. The funding will help the state recover from Typhoon Halong, which struck in early October. This assistance is part of FEMA’s disaster program. It aims to stabilize hazardous conditions, make...
‘Not a hurdle we expected to face,’ Fire Lake Elementary faces another year on...
Anchorage School District has proposed to close down Lake Otis Elementary and Fire Lake Elementary next school year.
Livestream: Can I Spend a Day Painting to Raise Enough Money for 10,000 Meals...
In a unique and heartwarming initiative, local artist Max Romey decided to celebrate his 32nd birthday in a rather unconventional way. Instead of a traditional party, he chose to live-stream himself painting watercolors at the Food Bank of Alaska. The twist? All the paintings created during this live-stream are...
