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Man calls police, takes responsibility for fatal stabbing
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - A 33-year-old man told police on Sunday he is taking responsibility for the death of a man known to him, the Anchorage Police Department reported. APD said police had responded to a Midtown apartment around noon Sunday on a report of a dead person. A suspect, Cecil Skipper, complied with orders to meet officers outside the apartment, where the lifeless person had a stab wound to the upper body.
Mayor apologizes for officer-involved shooting before her own investigation even starts
Anchorage Mayor Suzanne LaFrance, who took office in July, has shown her leadership style. After an officer-involved shooting last week, she has taken a stand against Anchorage police in a case where a 16-year-old was shot and killed by an officer, while the youth was threatening others in her family with a knife during a domestic dispute.
Alaska, Florida and Wyoming hold primaries: Key races to watch
Key primary races will kick off in Alaska, Florida and Wyoming next week as the 2024 primary cycle wraps up. In Florida, a noteworthy Senate race is about to be solidified. Meanwhile, Rep. Matt Gaetz (R) battles a challenger backed by his political nemesis, former Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R), while Democrats duke it out in […]
Bering Sea storm brings erosion and flooding to Western Alaska communities
A series of large storms have left some Western Alaska communities grappling with flooding and erosion. Some residents report that the flooding is worse than Typhoon Merbok, and that it rivals this year’s historic breakup floods on the Kuskokwim River. In Tuntutuliak, on the lower Kuskokwim, a community member...
Defending state champion West kicks off season with 33-0 win at Colony
The West High football team outgained Colony by a nearly 3-to-1 margin and dominated on defense Friday night to kick off the Cook Inlet Conference season with a 33-0 road win. Quarterback Jethro DeCastro threw for 236 years and two touchdowns while running back Zephaniah Sailele rushed for 167 yards and pair of scores.
Margaret Nelson: Buying or selling a home? The commission you pay is changing
For decades real estate agents across the country, and here in Alaska, have been splitting a commission fee paid by the seller of 5 to 7%. Not anymore. Changes resulting from a legal settlement go into effect today, which may end up costing more for a buyer to purchase a home, and less for a seller to sell.
Flood warning issued for lower Kuskokwim communities as region braces for potential storm-force winds
A storm system already pummeling Southwest Alaska with persistent high winds is expected to become much more severe and peak sometime on the afternoon of Aug. 18, according to the National Weather Service. A flood warning remains in effect until the evening of Aug. 19 for the lower Kuskokwim River,...
Two additional flags can be flown at public buildings in Alaska, according to new law
FAIRBANKS, Alaska (KTVF) - A bill signed into law by Governor Mike Dunleavy has established two new state symbols for Alaska. On Tuesday, the governor added his signature to Senate Bill 174, which passed both the State House and Senate unanimously. The bill allows two additional flags to be displayed at public buildings. The two flags are known as “Honor and Remember” and “Honor and Sacrifice.” “Honor and Remember” pays tribute to those who died in service in the armed forces.
Alaska elections officials plan to debut new ballot-tracking system with Aug. 20 primary
The Alaska Division of Elections is using a new tool this year in an attempt to avoid the kinds of ballot-counting problems that have occurred during previous elections. Enclosed in the bright red and green paperwork bags sent to every remote polling station is a small, black tracking device that will allow workers to trace […]
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