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Peltola widens narrow Alaska Senate lead over Sullivan as counting continues
Mary Peltola extended her lead over Republican Sen. Dan Sullivan in Alaska’s still-undecided Senate race, reaching a margin of 2,517 first-choice votes as counting continued Tuesday. With roughly three-quarters of…
‘Better than no housing at all’: A notorious Anchorage hotel offers temporary refuge
The Anchorage Daily News reports on the ongoing use of a notorious local hotel as a temporary refuge for the city's homeless population. While the facility has a troubled history, officials and advocates argue that it…
‘You can do anything’: Young Alaskans prepare for Miss Alaska pageant
Young contestants from across Alaska are preparing for the Miss Alaska Elementary, Jr. High, High School and Collegiate America Pageant in Anchorage this weekend. Anabella Paajanen, an 11-year-old contestant from…
The Useless Clown Party, Petersburg Dan Sullivan and waiting
Alaska’s U.S. Senate race remains too close to call, with incumbent Dan Sullivan and Mary Peltola both claiming victory as vote counting continues. As of Tuesday noon, 220,853 ballots had been counted, with Peltola at…
University of Alaska reports $86.2M in frozen federal grants has been restored
The University of Alaska says $86.2 million in federal grants that had been frozen or delayed have been restored. Officials also reported that the Trump administration has terminated another $16.7 million in grants…
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Opinion: It is unacceptable to renew the trans-Alaska pipeline system lease 7 years early
An opinion piece argues that Alaska regulators should not renew the Trans-Alaska Pipeline System lease seven years before it expires. The author warns that approving a new 30-year term now could leave the pipeline…
How to protect your brain from AI chatbots
This article explores the psychological impact of interacting with AI chatbots, drawing an analogy between human cognitive processes and aircraft instrumentation. It offers guidance on how users can maintain critical…
Opinion: Thank goodness for the tax cap
The opinion piece argues that Anchorage’s tax cap has helped limit the burden on residents, responding to an earlier commentary by Assembly members Anna Brawley and Erin Baldwin Day about the municipality’s fiscal…
Peltola expands lead over Sullivan in Alaska Senate contest
Former Representative Mary Peltola widened her lead over Republican Senator Dan Sullivan in Alaska’s Senate contest as another batch of votes was counted. Peltola’s advantage grew to 2,517 first-choice votes, up from…
Anchorage schools delayed due to icy roads and freezing rain
Anchorage School District schools are operating on a two-hour delay Tuesday because freezing rain has made roads hazardous. District officials announced the change early in the morning as icy conditions affected travel…
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Anchorage, Mat-Su schools face delays and some closures due to weather
Icy roads and pockets of freezing rain have prompted school delays and closures across Anchorage and the Mat-Su Borough, KTUU reports. Anchorage School District schools are starting two hours late, with preschool and…
AOTW: Matthew Baker helps power Eagle River boys swimming to new heights
Eagle River’s boys swimming team won its first Alaska state championship at the 2026 ASAA Swim and Dive Championships on Saturday, powered by six event victories. Senior Matthew Baker claimed the 50- and 100-yard…
5 of the common cooking mistakes, and how to fix them
Overcooked meat, overly salty soup and stale baked goods do not always need to be thrown away. This cooking guide offers ways to salvage common kitchen mistakes and turn them into something enjoyable. It also addresses…
The Rewind: UAA volleyball finishes strong at home, Dimond volleyball claims CIC region title
The Anchorage Daily News’ weekly sports roundup highlights the University of Alaska Anchorage volleyball team’s strong finish at home and Dimond High School’s volleyball team winning the CIC region title. The digest…
Education funding task force releases initial recommendations, calling for more money for Alaska schools
An Alaska legislative task force released preliminary recommendations Monday calling for increased and more predictable funding for public schools. The proposals follow years of contentious debate over education…
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Operation Warm: Anchorage Firefighters provide winter coats for more than 350 students at Baxter Elementary
Anchorage firefighters and volunteers distributed winter coats to more than 350 students at Baxter Elementary School on Monday through the Operation Warm program. The Anchorage Firefighter Charitable Foundation…
Mary Peltola inches further ahead of Sen. Sullivan in Alaska’s tight Senate race
Democrat Mary Peltola widened her narrow lead over Republican Sen. Dan Sullivan in Alaska’s Senate race after a small batch of preliminary results was released Monday. The Alaska Division of Elections reported the…
Rep. Begich holds large lead in U.S. House race, but independent Bill Hill sees possible path
Republican Rep. Nick Begich held an eight-point lead over independent challenger Bill Hill in Alaska’s race for its sole U.S. House seat, according to vote totals reported Monday. Tens of thousands of ballots remained…
Peltola campaign’s absentee ballot lawsuit to receive hearing this week
A hearing is scheduled for Tuesday at Anchorage’s Nesbett Courthouse in a lawsuit by Mary Peltola’s campaign seeking access to information about absentee ballots rejected or questioned in Alaska’s midterm election. The…
Two Anchorage Assembly members eye stiffer criminal penalties to curb open drug use
Two Anchorage Assembly members have introduced a measure to increase penalties for low-level drug offenses, aiming to curb open-air drug use and steer people toward treatment. The proposal is an effort by its sponsors…
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Eagle River, Juneau-Douglas capture state swimming titles at ASAA championships
Eagle River High School won its first boys’ state swimming title at the 2026 ASAA championships in Anchorage, finishing 44 points ahead of second-place Sitka after six event victories. Juneau-Douglas High School claimed…
Alaska seafood harvesting jobs are up for the first time since 2019
Alaska recorded its first increase in seafood harvesting jobs since 2019, with last year bringing the largest rise in more than a decade, according to a recent state labor report. Employment grew among salmon harvesters…
Early numbers show signs of strong Alaska Native turnout, advocates say
Early election figures suggest strong turnout in several Alaska Native communities, according to voter advocates cited by KNBA. South Naknek more than doubled its 2024 general-election turnout, while participation…
Anchorage Police investigating after body found near hospital
Anchorage police are investigating a fatal hit-and-run after a man was found unresponsive near Airport Heights Drive and DeBarr Road on Monday morning. He was pronounced dead at the scene. Investigators believe a…
As Senate orientation begins, Peltola and Sullivan wait for race results
Mary Peltola and incumbent Sen. Dan Sullivan are awaiting the outcome of Alaska’s closely contested Senate race, which the Associated Press had not called Monday. The candidates were separated by 637 votes, with another…
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Sen. Sullivan campaign seeks to join Alaska court battle over absentee ballot data
U.S. Sen. Dan Sullivan’s campaign has asked to intervene in a lawsuit brought by the campaign of his opponent, former Democratic Rep. Mary Peltola, over Alaska absentee ballot data. Sullivan’s filing argues that…
Pedestrian killed by hit-and-run driver in East Anchorage, police say
A male pedestrian was killed in a hit-and-run crash in East Anchorage early Monday, police said. The man was apparently struck near the intersection of Airport Heights Drive and DeBarr Road, according to the Anchorage…
Sullivan campaign files motion against Peltola over rejected absentee ballot lawsuit
Sen. Dan Sullivan’s campaign filed a motion Monday seeking to intervene in a lawsuit brought by Alaska Senate candidate Mary Peltola’s campaign over rejected absentee ballots. Peltola’s campaign sued the state on…
New magazine for kids spotlights Alaska Native languages, stories and cultures
Anchorage-based publisher Qaas'uq Lexi Trainer has launched Yaaruin Kids, a new magazine dedicated to preserving and sharing Alaska Native languages, stories, and cultural traditions. Inspired by the need for culturally…