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Robin McNeilley reunited with her snake, Lavender.

Pet snake survives winter outside in Sitka

SITKA — A Sitka woman has been reunited with her pet snake after it slithered out the door almost a year ago.Lavender, a corn snake,… Continue reading

Robin McNeilley reunited with her snake, Lavender.

Conditions on Chena River postpone planned rubber duck race

FAIRBANKS — High water on the Chena River in Fairbanks has forced organizers to postpone or cancel planned races for both rubber ducks and humans.The… Continue reading

Troopers: Noorvik boy sole survivor of river accident

ANCHORAGE — Alaska State Troopers say a 4-year-old Noorvik boy was found alone after his father and grandmother died in apparent drownings during a berry… Continue reading

US rig count up 15 this week to 462

HOUSTON — The number of rigs exploring for oil and natural gas in the U.S. increased by 15 this week to 462.A year ago, 876… Continue reading

A Gastineau Channel Little League player bats in the District 2 tournament in Sitka. Juneau won the district and will play against Anchorage's District 1 winner in a best of five series for the state championship starting Tuesday.

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A Gastineau Channel Little League player bats in the District 2 tournament in Sitka. Juneau won the district and will play against Anchorage’s District 1… Continue reading

A Gastineau Channel Little League player bats in the District 2 tournament in Sitka. Juneau won the district and will play against Anchorage's District 1 winner in a best of five series for the state championship starting Tuesday.

Charges dropped for Fairbanks brothers in illegal wood sale

ANCHORAGE — Two Fairbanks brothers arrested in an undercover operation for trying to sell wood stolen from state land on Craigslist have had their charges… Continue reading

In this November 2015 file photo, former Attorney General Craig Richards speaks to the media. The governor announced in June that Richards was resigning from his post. On Friday, Craig Richards was hired as an oil and gas consultant for the state.

Walker hires former attorney general as oil, gas consultant

Gov. Bill Walker has hired Craig Richards as an oil and gas consultant, less than a month after Richards resigned as Alaska’s attorney general.Walker’s office… Continue reading

In this November 2015 file photo, former Attorney General Craig Richards speaks to the media. The governor announced in June that Richards was resigning from his post. On Friday, Craig Richards was hired as an oil and gas consultant for the state.

18 states see significant job gains, but unemployment rises

WASHINGTON — Unemployment rates ticked up noticeably in six states in June, even as employers continued to add jobs and the hiring outlook improved.The unemployment… Continue reading

State keeps eye on aggressive beavers at Anchorage park

ANCHORAGE — State wildlife officials may soon have to consider getting rid of beavers at an Anchorage park after recent violent encounters between the animals… Continue reading

In this Wednesday, July 20, 2016 photo provided by the U.S. Army National Guard, an Alaska Army National Guard UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter and a State of Alaska Division of Forestry helicopter dump several thousand of gallons of water onto the McHugh Creek fire near Anchorage, Alaska. The wildfire threatening homes just south of Alaska's largest city was likely started by people, fire officials said Wednesday. The cause is under investigation, and officials said the area is heavily used for recreation.

Rains a boost to fire crews battling wildfire near Anchorage

ANCHORAGE — A substantial rain began falling Friday over a wildfire near Alaska’s largest city, giving firefighters a continued break in the weather as they… Continue reading

In this Wednesday, July 20, 2016 photo provided by the U.S. Army National Guard, an Alaska Army National Guard UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter and a State of Alaska Division of Forestry helicopter dump several thousand of gallons of water onto the McHugh Creek fire near Anchorage, Alaska. The wildfire threatening homes just south of Alaska's largest city was likely started by people, fire officials said Wednesday. The cause is under investigation, and officials said the area is heavily used for recreation.
'Rolling Wake': Southeast woman kept husband's body in truck and drove it around 'for a couple days'

‘Rolling Wake’: Southeast woman kept husband’s body in truck and drove it around ‘for a couple days’

KETCHIKAN — Ketchikan Police Chief Alan Bengaard has seen a lot in his decades-long law enforcement career. But he’s never seen anything like this.Ketchikan police… Continue reading

'Rolling Wake': Southeast woman kept husband's body in truck and drove it around 'for a couple days'
In this July 15, 2015 photo, Pat Pitney, State Budget Director for Gov. Bill Walker, speaks about the state's fiscal future to the Juneau Chamber of Commerce during their weekly lunch meeting at the Juneau International Airport.

Budget director: Expect more state job losses

ANCHORAGE — State budget cuts are beginning to hit home, in terms of jobs and economic impact.Office of Management and Budget Director Pat Pitney said… Continue reading

In this July 15, 2015 photo, Pat Pitney, State Budget Director for Gov. Bill Walker, speaks about the state's fiscal future to the Juneau Chamber of Commerce during their weekly lunch meeting at the Juneau International Airport.
The Planned Parenthood office in Juneau, seen Friday, at the corner of Egan Drive and Glacier Highway next to Twin Lakes.

Alaska parental notification abortion law struck down

JUNEAU — The Alaska Supreme Court on Friday struck down a state law requiring parental notification for girls under age 18 seeking abortions, agreeing with… Continue reading

The Planned Parenthood office in Juneau, seen Friday, at the corner of Egan Drive and Glacier Highway next to Twin Lakes.

Walker vetoes bill to put lawmakers on Alaska gas line board

JUNEAU — Gov. Bill Walker has vetoed legislation that would have put lawmakers on the board of the state-sanctioned Alaska Gasline Development Corp., citing constitutional… Continue reading

In this Wednesday photo, an Alaska Army National Guard UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter and a State of Alaska Division of Forestry helicopter dump several thousand of gallons of water onto the McHugh Creek fire near Anchorage.

Rain falls on fire threatening subdivisions near Anchorage

ANCHORAGE — Light rain fell Thursday as nearly 300 firefighters worked to gain control of a wildfire threatening two subdivisions south of Anchorage.Crews hoped the… Continue reading

In this Wednesday photo, an Alaska Army National Guard UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter and a State of Alaska Division of Forestry helicopter dump several thousand of gallons of water onto the McHugh Creek fire near Anchorage.

Sitka author’s book chosen for Oprah’s Book Club

SITKA — Local author Brendan Jones has made waves with his first novel, “The Alaskan Laundry,” which has appeared on numerous reading lists — and… Continue reading

Gov. Bill Walker points to a chart during a July 14 press conference that uses a crashing jet to show possible scenarios for Alaska economy. Moody's Investment Services said in a letter Thursday that Alaska hasn't done enough to change its financial situation to avoid a further credit rating downgrade.

Moody’s report addresses little change in budget, politics

Alaska’s credit rating hasn’t been downgraded again — yet.Moody’s Investors Service issued a report Thursday reiterating that it has not forgotten about the state’s money… Continue reading

Gov. Bill Walker points to a chart during a July 14 press conference that uses a crashing jet to show possible scenarios for Alaska economy. Moody's Investment Services said in a letter Thursday that Alaska hasn't done enough to change its financial situation to avoid a further credit rating downgrade.
Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, addresses the delegates during the third day session of the Republican National Convention in Cleveland on Wednesday.

Alaska GOP chair: Cruz speech a ‘petulant’ misfire

JUNEAU — The Alaska Republican party chairman said he would be surprised if Texas Sen. Ted Cruz could be a serious future presidential contender following… Continue reading

Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, addresses the delegates during the third day session of the Republican National Convention in Cleveland on Wednesday.

Kenai Peninsula community looks to solve erosion problem

KENAI — Homeowners concerned about the level of erosion alongside a river in their Kenai Peninsula community have to consider other options to prevent the… Continue reading

This book cover image released by Knopf shows, "Heroes of the Frontier," by Dave Eggers.

Dave Eggers sets his latest literary adventure in Alaska

NEW YORK — The latest stop on Dave Eggers’ long-running fictional tour: Alaska.Eggers’ “Heroes of the Frontier,” which comes out July 26, tells of a… Continue reading

This book cover image released by Knopf shows, "Heroes of the Frontier," by Dave Eggers.