Health
You Aesthetics Medical Spa Expands Wellness and Weight Loss Services in Anchorage
Anchorage medical spa now provides personalized medical weight loss solutions designed to support sustainable health and confidence.
Alaska Embarks on $272 Million Rural Health Transformation
Opinion piece outlines a vision for improving access to care across the state.
Alaskan Teen Suffers Broken Back in Snowmobile Accident
15-year-old Ryan Wheat recovering after falling over 30-foot ledge on his snowmobile
Weather
Plane Crash at Anchorage's Merrill Field Injures One
NTSB investigating after Piper PA 22 lost engine power during takeoff
Alaska Seeks Higher Federal Funding for Western Storm Response
Governor appeals FEMA's denial of 100% cost coverage for initial 90-day recovery efforts
Anchorage Sidewalks Slowly Cleared After Heavy Snowfall
State transportation officials say the plowing process will take time due to the record-breaking January snowstorm.
Lifestyle
Anchorage to Revitalize Downtown with New Library in Historic City Hall
The $2.5 million project will convert the 1936 Historic City Hall building into a new public library, funded by a bequest and federal COVID-19 relief grant.
Alaskan Divers Gather for Annual Whittier Harbor Cleanup
Dive Alaska hosts 4th annual event to remove thousands of pounds of trash from Whittier Harbor
Alaska Schools Projected to Lose 1,500 Students Next Year
State budget documents show a historic enrollment decline hitting both traditional classrooms and online programs
Crime
Anchorage Scout Troop's Trailer Filled with $10K in Gear Stolen
The troop is raising funds to replace the stolen camping equipment after the trailer was taken overnight.
Anchorage, Alaska Launches Task Force to Tackle Retail Crime
State and city prosecutors team up to aggressively prosecute serious shoplifting cases
Chugiak Man Charged with Smuggling Girl and Mother from Honduras
Douglas Price, a registered sex offender, allegedly paid $5,000 to bring the girl and her mother across the U.S.-Mexico border.
Travel
Alaskan Dream Cruises Ceases Operations, Cancels All Future Sailings
Small-ship cruise operator known for immersive Alaskan experiences and Indigenous cultural focus abruptly shuts down, leaving customers seeking refunds.
Alaskan Dream Cruises Ceases Operations After 15 Years
The Indigenous-owned cruise line that specialized in small-group Inside Passage tours has shut down, affecting booked travelers.
Anchorage Airport Rolls Out Facial Scanning, Fees for Non-REAL ID Travelers
New TSA program aims to enhance security and efficiency, but raises privacy concerns.
