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Convicted killer Brian Smith sentenced for double murders
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - Convicted killer Brian Smith faced a judge and angry, heartbroken, family members Friday morning for his sentencing in the deaths of 30-year-old Kathleen Jo Henry and 53-year-old Veronica Abouchuk. With all of his convictions combined, Smith was sentenced to 226 years, meaning he will die in...
Daughter of Big Lake woman who was fatally struck by motorcycle speaks out
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - A 79-year-old woman died tragically after being struck by a motorcycle on a paved walking path near Big Lake on Monday. Debbie Bitney, daughter of Nadara Williams, said her mother was on a walk with one of her best friends when the dirt bike hit her. Bitney says her mother was born in Anchorage, moved out of state, then moved to Big Lake about three years ago.
Soaking rains build into Southcentral through the weekend
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - Despite the trend of wetter conditions for much of the state, Anchorage has remained on the drier side. While many areas across Southcentral have already received over half an inch of rain this month, Alaska’s largest city has only managed to see 0.03″. However, that is all set to change as widespread rain is set to build into Southcentral through the weekend.
Anchorage Police update latest officer involved shooting
Police confirmed the shattered windshield of a patrol car was caused by a responding officer shooting at the suspect from inside the car, although police said the suspect was likely struck by shots fired after the officers exited their vehicle.
Nightly Glenn Highway Ramp Closures at Boniface for Eagle River-Bound Traffic
A quick drivers’ alert for those of you who travel on the Glenn Highway. There will be nightly ramp closures starting Friday over the coming days. The on and off ramps for Eagle River-bound Glenn Highway traffic at Boniface will be closed every night except Saturday through Tuesday, July 16.
HOMETOWN HERO: Officer Coates, Anchorage Police Department
Shout out to Officer Coates with the Anchorage Police Department who recently showed up to help someone with a flat tire along the Glenn Highway and taught 10-year-old Marley here how to get the job done. Have a Hometown Hero in your life who deserves to be recognized? Email their...
Former City of Houston treasurer sees prison time for pair of embezzlement schemes
FAIRBANKS, Alaska (KTVF) - U.S. District Court Judge Sharon Gleason sentenced the former treasurer for the City of Houston, Alaska to two and a half years in prison Tuesday for wire fraud, money laundering and tax evasion. Court documents say 67-year-old Jess Adams abused his exclusive access to city accounting...
Anchorage Assembly member breaks down proposed police body cam legislation
The Anchorage Assembly's Felix Rivera is one of three members proposing legislation that will be addressed next week concerning the release of police body camera footage in the municipality.
What Are the Best Real Estate Investment Opportunities in Alaska?
Investing in real estate means exploring different opportunities in various places, influenced by local economies and what each area offers. Every location has pros and cons for investors, from busy cities to quiet countryside spots. Alaska, known for its wild landscapes and natural beauty, is a unique player in the real estate market. Its appeal comes from stunning scenery like towering mountains, pristine coasts, and chances for growth and development. However, real estate investment opportunities in Alaska face challenges like harsh winters and rely heavily on industries such as oil and gas. Despite these hurdles, real estate investors can find promising options across Alaska’s cities and landscapes, offering rental yields and long-term growth potential.
Man Sentenced to 226 Years for Killing 2 Alaska Native Women, Filming Torture of One
Brian Steven Smith watches proceedings during the opening day of his double murder trial, Tuesday, Feb. 6, 2024, in Anchorage, Alaska. On Friday, July 12, 2024, Smith, who killed two Alaska Native women and was heard while videotaping the 2019 torture death of one say that in his movies “everybody always dies,” was sentenced to 226 years in prison. (AP File)
Anchorage man fired shotgun at police and stranger before officers shot him, charges say
A man shot and critically injured by Anchorage police on Monday morning had fired a shotgun at officers and threatened others, according to a charging document. According to a criminal complaint filed this week, officers were called by an employee of a Circle K gas station on Bragaw Street who said that a man in camouflage clothing was yelling at another customer while holding a shotgun.
Man gets 226 years in deaths of 2 Alaska Native women. He filmed the torture of one
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — A man who killed two Alaska Native women and was heard while videotaping the torture death of one say that in his movies “everybody always dies” was sentenced in Anchorage Friday to 226 years in prison. Brian Steven Smith was sentenced for the deaths of Kathleen Henry in 2019 and Veronica Abouchuk, who was 52 when her family reported her missing in February 2019, seven months after they last saw her. Judge Kevin Saxby said their deaths were “the stuff of nightmares.” Authorities said Smith filmed Henry’s torture. His cellphone was later stolen. The person who found the images transferred them to a memory card and turned them over to police.
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