Man with long gun robs Anchorage liquor store, steals cash

ANCHORAGE — Anchorage police are looking for a man who robbed a midtown liquor store early Sunday morning.Witnesses at 12:36 a.m. called police reporting the… Continue reading

In Fed we trust: Alaska tribes can create ‘Indian Country’

Editor's note: This story has been edited to clarify July's Circuit Court of Appeals ruling.A decision Monday by Alaska’s new attorney general will allow Alaska’s… Continue reading

A dozen state lawmakers face challenges in Alaska primary

JUNEAU — A dozen Alaska state legislators face challenges from within their parties during Tuesday’s primary election.In an unusual move, the Republican and Democratic parties… Continue reading

From left to right, Lisa Murkowski, Bob Lochner, Thomas Lamb and Paul Kendall are the four Republican candidates in this Tuesday's (Aug. 16, 2016) U.S. Senate primary.

No Joe Miller this time, but three challengers for Murkowski

Editor’s Note: Alaska’s state primary elections are Tuesday, and except for the incumbents, most of the names on the ballot probably aren’t familiar to most… Continue reading

From left to right, Lisa Murkowski, Bob Lochner, Thomas Lamb and Paul Kendall are the four Republican candidates in this Tuesday's (Aug. 16, 2016) U.S. Senate primary.

DEA rules marijuana to remain at highest drug classification

WASHINGTON — Marijuana will remain on the government’s list of most highly regulated and dangerous drugs, the Obama administration says, despite growing popular support for… Continue reading

Ketchikan youth detention facility to close due to budget

KETCHIKAN — A youth detention center in Ketchikan is closing due to the state’s ongoing budget problems and a low residency rate.The Ketchikan Daily News… Continue reading

US rig count up 17 this week to 481, Texas up 13

HOUSTON — The number of rigs exploring for oil and natural gas in the U.S. increased by 17 this week to 481.A year ago, 884… Continue reading

Kodiak police end body camera policy due to privacy concerns

KODIAK — Kodiak police will no longer wear body cameras due to equipment issues and privacy concerns.Police Chief Ronda Wallace told the Kodiak City Council… Continue reading

In this Aug. 7 photo, Eva Wise poses with her Rhode Island Red Bantam chicken named Reyna at the Cluck Hut at the Tanana Valley State Fair in Fairbanks.

Young animal raisers find colorful variety in chickens

FAIRBANKS — In addition to the bustle of the rides, rich smells of the fried food and twang of music on the stages at this… Continue reading

In this Aug. 7 photo, Eva Wise poses with her Rhode Island Red Bantam chicken named Reyna at the Cluck Hut at the Tanana Valley State Fair in Fairbanks.

Alaska church works to rebuild after building collapse

BETHEL — A church in the southwest Alaska village of Nunapitchuk, where half the population is part of the congregation, has resumed services weeks after… Continue reading

U.S. Rep. Don Young speaks at the Native Issues Forum at Elizabeth Peratrovich Hall on Tuesday.

Don Young faces three Republican challengers on Tuesday

Editor’s Note: Alaska’s state primary elections are on Tuesday, and except for the incumbents, most of the names on the ballot probably aren’t familiar to… Continue reading

U.S. Rep. Don Young speaks at the Native Issues Forum at Elizabeth Peratrovich Hall on Tuesday.

Fairbanks borough delays rules for pot cafes

FAIRBANKS — Another Alaska municipality is holding off on establishing local rules for marijuana consumption until regulators work out details at the state level.The Fairbanks… Continue reading

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Mother gets 7 years in jail after stabbing son with scissors

ANCHORAGE — An Anchorage woman will spend seven years in jail for stabbing her young son in the neck with scissors.KTUU reported 42-year-old Tracia Jordan-Sainte… Continue reading

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This infographic shows how much money each candidate in Tuesday's primary election has raised.

Infographic: A visual guide to the money behind Tuesday’s primary election

Does money matter?When voters go to the polls on Tuesday, they'll choose which statehouse candidates will advance to November's general election. Some of those candidates… Continue reading

This infographic shows how much money each candidate in Tuesday's primary election has raised.

Man sought in village homicide arrested after standoff

ANCHORAGE — A 27-year-old southeast Alaska man sought on a first-degree murder warrant was arrested Tuesday night after a standoff.Albert Macasaet was arrested by an… Continue reading

Driver in fatal Atka crash leaves hospital, goes to jail

ANCHORAGE — The van driver suspected of driving impaired in a crash that killed three on an Aleutian Island is out of a hospital and… Continue reading

Slana woman dies in SUV crash on Nabesna Road

GLENNALLEN — A 55-year-old passenger riding in a sport utility vehicle died Tuesday night in a one-vehicle crash on a remote interior Alaska road.Helen West… Continue reading

Teen airlifted to Anchorage after crash near Nikiski

NIKISKI — A Kenai teenager was flown to Anchorage with serious injuries after a crash Thursday morning on the Kenai Spur Highway near Nikiski.Alaska State… Continue reading

Pickup crashes into car, house, causes natural gas leak

ANCHORAGE — A pickup crashed into a car and an Anchorage house, setting off a natural gas leak that took a half hour to contain.Anchorage… Continue reading

Alaska borough assembly opens meeting with appeal to Satan

KENAI — An Alaska borough assembly opened a meeting Tuesday with a call for guidance from the powers of Lucifer.The Kenai Peninsula Borough Assembly featured… Continue reading