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Former Anchorage pastor banned from Alaska Airlines after allegedly hitting wife on flight
A former pastor at Grace Baptist Temple in Anchorage was arrested and charged with assault after allegedly hitting his wife on an Alaska Airlines flight headed to Anchorage.
Trump-appointed judge in Alaska resigns over sexual misconduct, leaving only 1 judge in state
Copyright 2024 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. People walk toward the James M. Fitzgerald U.S. Courthouse and Federal Building in downtown Anchorage, Alaska, Wednesday, July 10, 2024. U.S. District Court Judge Joshua Kindred of Alaska has resigned and could face impeachment after having an inappropriate sexual relationship with a clerk who later became an assistant U.S. Attorney and then repeatedly lying about it to investigators, a judicial investigation found. (AP Photo/Mark Thiessen)
Man gets 226-year prison sentences for killing 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.
Hockey fans are excited as Anchorage Wolverines move to the Sullivan Arena
As the Sullivan Arena gets an updated paint job, there is also a new tenant moving in. Who you may, the Anchorage Wolverines. "We are honored and humbled to be the anchor tenant for the 2024-2025 season. And we know that it's going to be outstanding opportunity for us to move hockey forward in Southcentral Alaska," says Keith Morris, General Manager of the Anchorage Wolverines.
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 Friday to 226 years in prison.
Abusive Pastor Assaults Wife Over First Class Upgrade
A pastor is facing up to one year in prison, after assaulting his wife because she received an upgrade to first class, while he didn’t. As it turns out, there was a pattern of abuse, but this upgrade incident is what made the wife finally come forward, and (hopefully) no longer tolerate his behavior…
Man wounded by officers in East Anchorage had earlier threatened strangers with shotgun, charges say
Update, 8 a.m. Thursday: The Anchorage Police Department on Thursday identified Brandon Stack and Jacob Jones as the officers who shot Damien Dollison on Monday. The department hired Jones in December 2016 and Stack in June 2017, officials said. Jones was also one of four officers who fired at 34-year-old...
Palmer’s Levi Hopkins turned an unexpected opportunity into a gold medal-winning performance
As a kid, Palmer’s Levi Hopkins used to wake up early and watch international wrestling such as the World Championships, Pan-American Games and the Olympics. So, when an unforeseen opportunity to represent his country on an international stage presented itself last month, Hopkins jumped at the chance, even if it meant delaying his return to Alaska to assist in his family’s business.
Concerns about first responders
First responders - law enforcement officers, firefighters, and emergency medical technicians (EMTs) – are often heralded as heroes who rush to our aid in times of crisis. However, there may be instances when we feel the need to voice a complaint about their conduct or actions. While it's important to recognize that these professionals work in high-stress, complex environments, you also need to know how to address concerns when they arise.
Former Houston city treasurer sentenced to more than 2 years in prison for embezzlement
The former treasurer for the City of Houston was sentenced Tuesday to spend 2 1/2 years in prison for embezzling from the town and from a Wasilla-based equipment company. In total, Jess Adams, 67, embezzled about $1.16 million over a six-year period, according to a plea agreement filed in the case. With the stolen money, he bought at least eight cars, purchased firearms, spent $55,000 on Amazon purchases, withdrew more than $90,000 cash and spent about $60,000 at an auto repair shop, the agreement said.
Palmer Food Bank continues to work to support those in need
On South Valley Way, the Palmer Food Bank remains a steadfast presence in the community, providing essential support year-round by combating food waste and keeping residents fed. In the post-COVID era, rising inflation has taken its toll on the Food Bank, but the team’s commitment to serving Palmer hasn’t wavered,...
Russian Jack singletrack trails bring easy access to biking enthusiasts in East Anchorage
Taylor Salsbury and Konnor Kiddle stopped for a quick breather on Tuesday at Anchorage’s Russian Jack Springs Park, a brief stop in the midst of a fun-filled sunny afternoon. The two friends were among the many dozens of bikers riding the new singletrack trails developed at the vast East...
Goals for new Alaska crime law range from harsher penalties for drug dealers to reducing recidivism
Gov. Mike Dunleavy on Thursday signed into law a bill originally aimed at curbing the meteoric rise in opioid overdoses in the state, but which turned into comprehensive crime legislation that Alaska lawmakers approved in the final hours of the legislative session. A bill-signing ceremony was held at the Department...
673d ABW nominated for presidential award, will compete at Air Force level
JOINT BASE ELMENDORF-RICHARDSON -- The 673d Air Base Wing, Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, has been named Pacific Air Forces’ nominee for the 2024 Commander-in-Chief’s annual Award for Installation Excellence, and will now compete at the Department of the Air Force level. The CINC IEA was established in 1985 by...
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