Anchorage police say they’re investigating the death of a woman who was shot in South Anchorage on Thursday.
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Anchorage police say they’re investigating the death of a woman who was shot in South Anchorage on Thursday.
Visitor numbers to Alaska were nearly flat last summer following a dip in cruise ship traffic, an unusual plateau for an industry that typically sees solid growth.
What to do for fun in Anchorage this weekend. www.adn.com/arts/2026/03...
At least 19 states have passed laws to let them stay in daylight saving time if the federal government allows it. Others are giving serious consideration to staying in standard time, the choice of sleep experts.
Portraits of 36 Iditarod mushers, many of them smiling for the camera, at the mushers banquet on March 5, 2026, in Anchorage.
Meet the mushers of the 2026 Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race, with their photos, bib/starting numbers, hometowns and competitive history in the race: www.adn.com/iditarod-mus...
A recent audit uncovered significant contract violations involving three city-owned facilities amounting to hundreds of thousands of dollars owed to the Municipality of Anchorage.
A ballot group working to repeal Alaska’s current voting system has sued state election officials, alleging that language adopted for a repeal ballot measure is not “true” and “impartial” as required by law.
A Bangladeshi man who authorities say operated an child sexual exploitation enterprise involving hundreds of children, including those in Alaska, arrived in Anchorage after spending years out on bail in Malaysia.
The Alaska Senate passed a bill that would allow physician assistants with sufficient training to practice under an independent license, removing the requirement that they work under a formal collaborative agreement with physicians.
A spike in oil prices driven by U.S.-led attacks in Iran may reduce Alaska’s deficit in the current fiscal year, but is unlikely to erase the deficit entirely, a legislative analyst said.
As the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Paralympics kick off this weekend, Alpine skier Andrew Kurka is aiming for the elation of an Olympic medal.
President Donald Trump said he’s replacing embattled Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and will nominate Oklahoma Republican Sen. Markwayne Mullin in her place.
You may never have heard of Elaine Ingham, but if you read Anchorage garden writer Jeff Lowenfels' column and follow his advice, you are using "Dr. Elaine's" concepts.
The University of Alaska appointed Cheryl Siemers to a permanent role as UAA chancellor after she served 10 months as interim chancellor. Via @alaskabeacon.com
The 54th Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race begins this weekend with a small field and excellent trail conditions. Here's what to know about this year's race.
Despite President Donald Trump’s promise to “drill, baby, drill,” a federal oil and gas auction in Cook Inlet generated zero offers from bidders this week.
Alaska's Office of Children’s Services is struggling to hire and retain qualified workers, its director told lawmakers this week in response to an audit that found the agency failed to fully implement foster care reforms.
Fewer babies are being born and more Alaskans are dying, causing the state’s natural population increase margin to shrink substantially over the past decade. via @alaskabeacon.com
This week, the Seawolves have an opportunity to play for a title as one of five teams participating in the inaugural United Collegiate Hockey Cup tournament.
The Nordic Skiing Association of Anchorage maintains around 100 miles of trail throughout the city. The trails are important for a ski-crazy town — providing a playground to enjoy winter for some and a training ground for others.
The state has encouraged the development of data centers in Alaska. A new Anchorage Assembly ordinance would address a gap in zoning rules and calls for a public review before one is built.
Longtime Alaska biologist Margaret Merritt's recent book follows the life of Tilly Keilitz, who became an internal refugee in Germany in the years immediately following World War II.
More than 100 Ukrainian refugees have left Alaska since President Donald Trump paused a humanitarian parole program. Gov. Mike Dunleavy directly to Trump in January, asking that they be allowed to stay.
The last time Norwegian Thomas Waerner ran the Iditarod, he won it. Returning this year, he plans to run alongside the race’s inaugural “Expedition Class” participant.
The carvings that are part of the Fur Rondy Snow Sculpture Championship will be on display through Sunday, kept in pristine shape thanks to frigid temperatures.
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The deadline for Anchorage residents to register to vote in the April municipal election is this Sunday. Here's how to register, and other important deadlines to know.
“Deadliest Catch” star Todd Meadows died last week in an incident on the Bering Sea off Alaska. He was 25 years old.
In a joint hearing of the House State Affairs and Judiciary committees, lawmakers questioned the reasoning provided by state officials for releasing confidential information about Alaska voters to the federal Justice Department. www.adn.com/politics/ala...
No one was injured when a door detached from a plane carrying five passengers as it neared Bethel on Sunday, according to operator Grant Aviation and federal aircraft incident records. www.adn.com/alaska-news/...