Two Anchorage Assembly members eye stiffer criminal penalties to curb open drug use
Sponsors say it’s an effort to guide people into treatment and limit open-air drug use.
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Opinion: For Alaska’s most remote schools, satellite internet has made a night-and-day difference
A Southeast Alaska district shows what low earth orbit satellite service can do, and why funding rules need to adapt.
Alaska seafood harvesting jobs are up for the first time since 2019
Along with an increase in salmon harvesters last year, the number of harvesting jobs linked to groundfish fisheries, like pollock, also went up.
Thune and Schumer face questions about Senate leadership in the aftermath of midterm elections
Internal discussions on both sides could prove consequential to their parties’ effectiveness in the next Congress and how voters perceive them leading into the 2028 presidential election.
Sen. Sullivan campaign seeks to join Alaska court battle over absentee ballot data
The Sullivan campaign’s filing to intervene in the lawsuit argues that the Peltola campaign wants “to identify preliminarily-rejected (absentee) ballots” in an effort to influence election officials.
Pedestrian killed by hit-and-run driver in East Anchorage, police say
The man was apparently struck near the intersection of Airport Heights Drive and DeBarr Road, according to the Anchorage Police Department.
A Second Chance: How Alaska Regional Hospital ECMO Helped Save a Young Patient
SPONSORED: Alaska Regional Hospital in Anchorage used ECMO life-support treatment and advanced medical care to save the life of a young Alaskan patient.
FDA tells GLP-1 makers to warn of potential vision loss side effect
The agency is requiring GLP-1 manufacturers to warn that the drugs can increase risk of “eye stroke.”
Supreme Court allows major section of Trump’s border security project in Texas through parts of Big Bend
The more than 500-mile stretch of road, cameras, vehicle barriers and sensors is planned in and around Big Bend National Park. It is one of the longest sections.
Nvidia’s investigation into CEO Huang’s affair puts a spotlight on chip billionaire’s personal life
Huang is seen as irreplaceable by tech analysts, who say Nvidia’s success is heavily tied to him.
Push to impeach Defense Secretary Hegseth begins in the House, largely focused on Iran war
Rep. Thomas Massie, a Kentucky Republican, as soon as the House opened for the first day of sessions after the midterms.
What the Democrats can (and cannot) do to reverse Trump’s education upheaval
The new Democratic Congress is expected to try to roll back key changes the president made to federal education policy, including the dismantling of the Education Department.
Seattle lawsuit alleges airlines shared fare data, inflating prices
A proposed class action lawsuit filed by two travelers on Nov. 4 in federal district court in Seattle accused seven major airlines, as well as a data clearinghouse and its subsidiary, of violating federal antitrust laws.
School closures are accelerating in U.S., but more financial pain lies ahead
Across the U.S., many students are experiencing similar disruptions as schools shut down due to declining enrollment and reduced funding.
Congress returns to a changed Washington after GOP’s election wipeout
One first order of business is expected to be a resolution to impeach Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth over his leadership at the Pentagon.
China dismisses as a smear campaign claims of a spy plot involving Nvidia CEO
Nvidia said Sunday it was conducting an independent investigation into reports that CEO Jensen Huang was the “target of a foreign intelligence effort.”
Polish gunman who killed 6 in Krakow square dies in a hospital
The 24-year-old gunman, who killed six people and wounded 15 others, had been in critical condition since the attack and had undergone several operations.
Storm expected to bring snow, wind, freezing rain to Southcentral Alaska
A National Weather Service alert warned of potentially hazardous commuting conditions on Tuesday morning.
Russell Brand sentenced to over 10 years in prison for rape and sexual assault
Judge Joel Bennathan said Brand showed a “casual and arrogant disregard” for women.
White House staff gave Trump bad advice, treated him ‘like a baby,’ ex-aide says
Calley Means, who worked for RFK Jr. and the White House, accused former chief of staff Susie Wiles of blocking some of the Make America Healthy Again initiatives.
Takeaways from Trump’s ‘60 Minutes’ interview: Deportation efforts perhaps ‘too tough,’ denies corruption
The president was both reflective and defensive during his first TV network interview since the midterm losses.
Miss Manners: I think my friend is copying everything about my wedding. Am I being paranoid?
Advice from Judith Martin, Nicholas Ivor Martin and Jacobina Martin.
Dear Annie: I’m mourning the retirement I always thought I’d have
Dear Annie: For 38 years, my husband and I worked hard, raised three children, paid off our mortgage and dreamed about the day we could finally retire. I always imagined retirement would be our reward for decades of responsibility. We would travel, explore new places, take spontaneous road trips and finally have time…
Asking Eric: My husband’s politics have completely changed since we got married and I don’t know what to do
Advice from R. Eric Thomas.
Letter: Justice Department’s ballot scrutiny is an insult to voters
I have not been registered as a Republican since the orange clown hijacked the party. I’m now a strong supporter of Mary Peltola, but I voted early and listed Dan J. Sullivan as my second choice. I believe he is a good man who shares my values.
NFL roundup: Joe Burrow puts on masterclass in Spain with 4 TDs as Bengals win 4th straight
Also: Jahmyr Gibbs had a rushing touchdown, Jared Goff threw for 170 yards and Detroit beat Miami for its fourth straight victory.
Justice Department braces for congressional scrutiny after Democrats sweep elections
Democrats have pledged to probe the Justice Department’s actions during Trump’s second term. He has ordered the agency to investigate Democrats.
Eagle River boys swimming caps off historic season with their first-ever state title
The Wolves followed up a dominant showing at regions with a strong performance against Alaska’s top competition.
Teenager Blades Brown wins in Mexico to become youngest PGA Tour winner in 95 years
The 19-year-old closed with a 9-under 63 and beat Ben James on the second playoff hole in the World Wide Technology Championship.
Against the odds, this teen soldier survived the horrors of WWI France and returned to Alaska
Dick Lander, who was part of a perilous observance squad, was only 17 when he volunteered for the war.
Staff at the US center for AI safety are reporting to the White House, raising independence concerns
The tiny U.S. government division charged with assessing the safety of new artificial intelligence offerings doesn’t have a permanent leader and has stopped publishing its research.
Trump says he was ‘only kidding’ about offering UFC’s Dana White press secretary job
Dana White, UFC chief executive and longtime Trump political supporter, will meet with the president on Monday “on other matters,” Trump said.
Kyle Larson wins 2nd consecutive Cup Series title, becomes the 11th NASCAR driver with 3
He became the first back-to-back champion since Jimmie Johnson in 2010.
Floods bring rare relief to US Southwest reservoirs as Lake Powell rises 20 feet
Storms in October and November sent torrents of water through normally dry creeks and into reservoirs and rivers.
Nvidia investigating reports that CEO Jensen Huang was targeted by Chinese intelligence
The announcement came after Huang acknowledged to the board of directors that he had been intimate with a business executive whom U.S. intelligence determined was gathering information for Beijing.
Opinion: Our fish are our food, our culture and our future
Rural Alaskans who depend on fish deserve to know whether the next potential FDA commissioner will follow the science.
New outbreak of mpox in Anchorage prompts advisory from state health officials
The contagious disease, which was a problem during a global outbreak in 2022, is emerging again around the nation.
Juneau-Douglas girls earn state swimming title as Service’s Brooks wins 2 events
The Juneau-Douglas girls last won a state title in 2023.
Vital records: Losing and restoring identity through official paperwork
People experiencing homelessness often lose important documents or see them stolen or damaged. Agencies and advocates can offer help.
Anchorage officials seek better ‘tools to respond’ to Alaska natural disasters like Halong
Local officials say they are still waiting for the state to reimburse more than half a million dollars for the disaster aid provided.
Voters demanded economic relief. Trump and Democrats face tough choices on how to deliver
After a strong jobs report last week, Trump remains defiant and promises to veto anything that he thinks would hurt the country.
Indigenous women made history in tribal, state and federal elections
Crystalyne Curley was the first woman elected to the Navajo Nation presidency, Peggy Flanagan became the first Native woman elected to the U.S. Senate and Deb Haaland was the first Native woman elected governor of New Mexico.
Russia targets emergency crews at the site of a deadly strike in southern Ukraine
Authorities say the attack on Sunday hit a former school and nearby shelter in the village of Komyshuvakha, previously targeted by Russian bombs.
Hilcorp owner donates to governor candidate Bernadette Wilson in final week of campaigning
Wilson and the other two Republicans in the race have opposed the possibility of expanding Alaska’s corporate income tax to apply to companies like Hilcorp that don’t currently pay it.
Former CEO alleges Russian company financed Alaska project despite US sanctions. Polar LNG denies the claims.
The project seeks to export liquefied natural gas directly off Alaska’s North Slope using Russian technology.
Extensive and expensive, Cooper Landing highway project reaches milestones on long road to completion
The 15-mile Sterling Highway project is years from opening but has made progress, including construction of one of the state’s tallest bridges. “I think it’s going to make Cooper Landing a lot better, a lot safer place,” said a state project manager.
Anchorage officials predict job losses, cuts to community service police, plows and pools in future budgets
While the city expects to narrowly avoid major cuts for 2027, the mayor and her administration have warned that public service reductions are inevitable without new revenue streams.
Judge throws out Trump-ordered lawsuit seeking to block certification of Alaska’s US Senate race
The Justice Department filed a notice of its intental to appeal Judge Gleason’s ruling, which criticized the feasibility of the federal government’s request to segregate all ballots showing votes for the incumbent senator’s namesake challenger.
Alaska cities prepare for state leadership changes but are ‘used to uncertainty’
As Alaska’s governorship and the composition of the Legislature hang in the balance of the November election, local governments — including Anchorage’s — are grappling with changes in state counterparts.
Alaska Air Group lays off 200 people amid high jet fuel prices
The eliminations won’t affect pilots, flight attendants, guest services at airports or maintenance and engineering positions.
The risk from landslide tsunamis is intensifying in busy Alaska fjords, with no plan in place
Scientists say last year’s near miss in Tracy Arm highlights a danger to cruise ships that appears to be growing with climate change.
5 crew members rescued from fishing vessel that runs aground in Southwest Alaska
The crew, some of whom sustained minor injuries, were taken to a clinic in Cold Bay, according to the Coast Guard.
Dear Annie: I’m struggling with the fact that my daughters don’t need me anymore
Dear Annie: I’m 62 years old, and lately I’ve noticed something about my adult children that breaks my heart. They seem to have time for everyone but me.
Asking Eric: My job’s remote work policy is creating chaos in the office
Advice from R. Eric Thomas.
Alaska Sports Scoreboard: Nov. 7, 2026
Scores and results from competitions across the state.
Top 25 college football roundup: No. 4 Notre Dame holds off No. 1 Miami in a classic
CJ Carr threw for 319 yards and three touchdowns, and No. 4 Notre Dame avenged its most damaging loss from last season by running out to a 21-point lead and holding on Saturday.
No. 3 Utah snaps three-game losing streak to No. 7 BYU with 28-20 win
Trailing by six at halftime, the Utes forced three turnovers and shut out the Cougars in the second half to keep alive its CFP hopes.
Wayne and Wanda: Dark, snowless days have me frustrated with the forecast
While Wayne and Wanda understand the pain of the skier with no snow to play in, they are preaching patience.
Book review: The road leads north in this first novel by a new Alaska talent
In her debut, Homer author Nikki Ervice proves to be an acute observer of both the physical world and human behavior.
Opinion: College dual enrollment programs risk fueling a high school AI arms race
When chatbots inflate grades, colleges that rely on them risk rewarding the wrong students
Man convicted in unprovoked killing of Anchorage homeless advocate gets 60-year sentence
Ryan Dummler was sentenced to 75 years in prison with 15 years suspended after he fatally shot John Martin III while Martin was asleep outdoors.
Luka Doncic can lead Lakers to a title, but only if his teammates pull their weight
There’s ability, there’s inevitability, bankability. And then there’s sustainability.
UFC’s Dana White says he will meet with Trump Monday over offer to be White House press secretary
The president said he requested that the UFC boss to bring along several of his fighters as “assistants.”
Israel’s president taps opposition candidate Eisenkot to form government, in setback for Netanyahu
Neither Eisenkot nor Netanyahu won a clear majority in the vote.
Poles mourn rare mass killing as authorities say attacker had far-right views
Authorities later found the bodies of three of the 25-year-old suspect’s close family members inside of his home in a different city.
Browns to start Shedeur Sanders vs. Saints with Watson in concussion protocol
Sanders started the final seven games of his rookie season last year, going 3-4 with seven touchdown passes and 10 interceptions.
From high-flying AI stocks to tariff-hit alcohol companies, the midterms shook up Wall Street
Here’s a look at how certain stocks and industries reacted to the result of the midterms.
Tesla’s Cybertruck heads for an exit after years of hype and division
Elon Musk said the move was to allow increased production of its Cybercab robotaxi.
After US midterm rout of Trumpism, world struggles to trust America again
Topping the list are worries about tariffs and whether they will continue apace.
Russian drone and missile attacks strike Ukraine ahead of peace talks with US
Recovery efforts continue in Komyshuvakha after a deadly attack there killed at least 55 people.
In his words: Stephen Miller is an immigration hardliner and bombastic critic of Democrats
Trump’s new White House chief of staff is behind many of the administration’s signature domestic policy initiatives.
Fueled by the next generation, UAA men’s basketball opens new coaching era with blowout win
The Seawolves fed off the energy provided by thousands of fifth graders in the stands to trounce Evergreen State.
Want to fly to the moon? NASA is looking for new astronauts to help grow its Artemis program
With only 32 active astronauts, the space agency needs more recruits as it looks to expand humanity’s presence beyond low-Earth orbit as quickly as possible.
Judge wants former US attorney to investigate whether the government misled her in Trump golf case
The Republican administration plans to close the East Potomac Golf Course and park on Nov. 15 with the intention of constructing a “World Class, championship-level golf course that is capable of hosting major events.”
Do you really need to buy that? How to quiet ‘consumption noise.’
The allure of online content is particularly insidious, leading to overspending and physical clutter.
Gunman opens fire in Polish city of Krakow, killing 6 people and injuring 15
Police say the gunman was a Polish citizen who targeted random people as he drove through the area. Officers are among the wounded.
House Democrats will start their majority focused on boosting healthcare and ending the Iran war
Early votes in the House next year are expected to focus on boosting Medicaid and restoring an enhanced tax subsidy for Affordable Care Act health plans.
Trump ally Loomer was paid thousands for political tweets, people familiar say
People familiar with the arrangements alleged pay-to-play business practices by one of President Donald Trump’s biggest online acolytes.
Scott Colom and Black Mississippians stand on the cusp of Senate history as vote count stretches on
The state is still tallying ballots that could make Colom the first Black senator from the Deep South state since post-Civil War Reconstruction.
Trump’s grip on his party is in question as Republicans reel from the midterm wipeout
Ron DeSantis, the Florida governor, calls it an “extinction-level event” for the party. Ted Cruz, the Texas senator, compares it to a “Watergate-level repudiation.”
Trump officials weigh major overhaul of National Park Service, Fish and Wildlife
The Interior Department is considering an overhaul of the National Park Service, internal documents show, possibly mirroring steps already taken at the U.S. Forest Service.
Editorial: The fiscal cliff facing Anchorage won’t fix itself
Pools, libraries and snowplow drivers are on the list of possible 2028 municipal cuts. Residents deserve a fiscal plan that begins now.
Miss Manners: A little grace goes a long way over the hectic holiday season
Advice from Judith Martin, Nicholas Ivor Martin and Jacobina Martin.
Dear Annie: My mom blindsided me by moving away after I spent years taking care of her
Dear Annie: I’m overwhelmed with anger and resentment. My 86-year-old mom, who has lived in the same town as me for 30-plus years, blindsided me by announcing she was moving an hour and a half north to live with my brother. My husband and I have taken care of her — and my father when he was alive — for the past 20…
Asking Eric: My son’s ex-wife refuses to speak to us after he cheated. Is it possible that could ever change?
Advice from R. Eric Thomas.
Peltola campaign sues Alaska election officials, seeking data about absentee ballots that may be rejected
The Alaska Department of Law says the state has always treated the preliminary information, which identifies individual voters and is subject to change, as confidential.
Connecticut Sen. Chris Murphy is discharged from hospital after a stroke, goes to rehab facility
Murphy said that he has been staying engaged with his team and colleagues remotely and that his staff continues to ensure the work of his office continues uninterrupted.
Former White House health aide accuses Trump advisers of catering to special interests
In an interview with podcaster Joe Rogan, Calley Means accused top administration aides and strategists of favoring powerful industries.
Like in past elections, Alaska is still counting ballots. When will we know who won?
With up to potentially 60,000 ballots or so still uncounted, roughly one-quarter of votes have not been tallied — leaving tight contests like the U.S. Senate race between Sen. Dan Sullivan and Mary Peltola still undecided.
Paraguay Senate removes President Santiago Peña from office following Ueno bank collapse
Lawmakers accused Peña of using his political influence to steer hundreds of millions of dollars in public funds into Ueno while regulators overlooked risky insider lending. Peña has denied wrongdoing.
Cornell faculty vote ‘no confidence’ in university leadership in wake of alleged gang rape
The vote followed weeks of debate over whether Cornell President Michael Kotlikoff or other administrators handled the allegations properly and have done enough to combat campus sexual misconduct.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is planning another White House run
Florida’s status as one of the few red states to mostly withstand the Democratic sweep will be a core part of his argument, an adviser says.
Updated preliminary results from Alaska’s 2026 general election
See how candidates for governor, U.S. Senate, U.S. House and the state Legislature fared.
Sullivan proposes more energy production to lower costs, but keeps backing price-raising Iran war
Republican U.S. Sen. Dan Sullivan, who is seeking a third term, has also proposed shorter-term solutions to the high cost of living — but they have limited reach.
Stalled Port MacKenzie rail project to get new life with $249 million federal grant
The grant requires $62 million in local funding that will be partially covered by the value of a borough land transfer.
Trump says Alaska LNG is now a ‘federal government project.’ What does that mean?
The federal government is considering taking an ownership stake in the project, officials say, but nothing has been finalized.
Alaska’s U.S. Senate race is the most expensive in state history
Democrat Mary Peltola has raised more than $32 million, a record-breaking sum.
U.S. Senate candidate Peltola calls the economy ‘the only plot line that matters’
If Peltola beats Sen. Dan Sullivan, she wants to stop the Iran war to help lower prices and eliminate income taxes for many Alaskans. Elements of her economic plan will be challenging to accomplish, if they can be done at all.
Alaska judge rules that candidate should be disqualified after failing to disclose financial interests
The decision could have implications for the governor’s race, in which candidate Treg Taylor refused to disclose the names of dozens of tenants.
Trump administration announces hundreds of millions in federal funding for Alaska as election nears
President Donald Trump has cut and frozen federal grants that Alaskans rely on. Now, his administration is changing its approach.