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OSP Gives Update On Kasilof Officer-Involved Shooting
The Office of Special Prosecutions (OSP) held a press conference on Wednesday to address the investigatory approach to officer-involved shootings in the state, in which they provided an update on the recent AST shooting at Kasilof Beach on July 8. John Skidmore, Deputy Attorney General for the Criminal Division of the Alaska Department of Law, met with reporters to discuss how OSP reviews officer-involved shooting cases. There have been nine such shootings in Alaska in 2024, five of them in Anchorage since May.
Bristol Bay floating fish processor back at full capacity after fire
A floating fish processor serving the Bristol Bay fishing fleet is fully operational again, in the wake of a fire last month that severely reduced its storage capacity. The Hannah, operated by startup Northline Seafoods, arrived in the region earlier this year. It uses super-cold spiral freezers to quickly freeze fish and then store them on board until the end of the season. But just before Bristol Bay’s salmon season hit its peak, one of those spiral freezers had an electrical fire. Because of the June 30 blaze, the Hannah has operated at reduced capacity for the last two weeks.
Win Gruening: Juneau’s high cost of living persists, so let’s just connect the dots
Alaska’s Department of Labor and Workforce Development (DOL) released its annual Cost of Living survey this month. Contained in the July issue of Alaska Economic Trends, the report reflects that while inflation has cooled, the cost-of-living in our state remains stubbornly high. Within the state, Juneau’s economic trends place...
An expansion underway at the Alaska Native Heritage Center includes a new healing garden and a subsistence kitchen
The Alaska Native Heritage Center in Anchorage finished up the final touches of a major renovation on Tuesday. The center now has four new exhibits, and a remodeled main building adorned with sealskin lamps, a mural modeled after porcupine quills and a custom carpet by an Alaska Native artist. “We...
Wildfire Walk opens to the public
FAIRBANKS, Alaska (KTVF) - A recently burned forest, once the site of a threatening fire, has been given a new purpose as of July 11; serving as an educational tool, known as the Wildfire Walk. In 2021, homes near Yankovich Road were faced with the threat of flames as a...
Juneau community members to hold protest for homeless man shot by police
JUNEAU, Alaska (KTUU) - Days after a homeless Juneau man was shot and killed by police, community members have organized a protest against the actions taken by officers. Steven Kissack, 35, was approached by officers on Monday afternoon after the Juneau Police Department had connected him with a possible assault the day prior.
Fairbanks health center offers immunization clinics
FAIRBANKS, Alaska (KTVF) - Keeping up-to-date on the expanding routine of recommended childhood vaccines can seem tricky, but the Fairbanks Regional Public Health Center is doing its part to help. “We have seen decreased rates of vaccinations in the past couple of years since the Covid-19 pandemic,” said Nurse Jenna...
Haines Adds Siren’s Call to its Many Attractions
Late on a sunny Thursday morning, an alarm warned everyone in downtown Haines of an approaching tsunami. And a volcanic event. The siren told residents to evacuate the area. And also to shutter their windows. This was a test -of the town’s new mass emergency notification system. Dupelka: “This...
APD Officers cleared by the state during use of force in downtown shooting
The Office of Special Prosecution’s recently found two Anchorage police officers justified in their use of force when they shot and wounded a 22-year-old man last month in downtown Anchorage.
KIBSD finalizes budget after one-time funding boost
The road to increasing education funding has been tough on schools. There was legislation in the state government during this year’s session to permanently increase the Base Student Allocation, or how the state calculates education funding. But the bill was ultimately vetoed by Gov. Mike Dunleavy. The last significant increase to the BSA was in 2017.
Two women to attempt swim across Cook Inlet
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - Shannon Titzel and Jordan Iverson are attempting to be the first women to ever swim across Cook Inlet. The duo said they plan to make the frigid swim from Point McKenzie to the small boat harbor in Anchorage next Wednesday. “I’ve been looking at this water...
Here’s what those work crews are doing at the Lawson Creek Bridge
Anyone driving along Douglas Highway this summer has likely noticed heavy equipment by the side of the road at Lawson Creek Bridge. It’s part of stage three of the Alaska Department of Transportation’s Douglas Highway project. Most of the project has involved sidewalk improvements and road resurfacing up to this point, but what’s happening at Lawson Creek is different.
Military Report: Ft. Wainwright annual summer concert to bring in Waka Flocka Flame and Julia Cole
FAIRBANKS, Alaska (KTVF) - This Friday, Ft. Wainwright will allow access to the public without a visitor pass for the annual summer concert. Fort Wainwright is generally restricted to the public without a visitors pass but there are a handful of events each year that are open to the public in the greater Fairbanks area. One of those events includes the annual summer concert. This free event brings up notable music artists to the golden heart community and it’s just one of the ways the army gives back to the community and lets them join in on the fun.
Wildlife Refuge to temporarily, partially close Lower Skilak Campground
The Kenai National Wildlife Refuge will be making improvements to the Lower Skilak Campground on Skilak Lake Road and will have partial campsite closures beginning Sunday. The closures will be divided into two time periods. The projects will improve road conditions, campsites and culverts at the campground. The first closure...
Palmer Food Bank Seeks Extra Garden Produce for Local Families in Need
Have any extra fruits or veggies from your garden to spare? The Palmer Food Bank is in need of fresh produce to help feed those in need. So if you have any extra, you can donate them. Food bank officials say they're grateful to the local farms that provide lots...
Locals invited to take part in archeological expedition in July
The Museum of the Aleutians is holding its annual community archeology event on Saturdays in July. Archeologist Roberta Gordaoff will lead the Udax̂tan expedition site located near the Spit docks with the help of other archaeologists, like intern Taytum Robinson and community members who stop by. In this episode...
Sustainability Report: Composting food and other waste with Fairbanks Soil and Water Conservation District
FAIRBANKS, Alaska (KTVF) - Most households see food waste throughout the week, whether it’s an unfinished meal or expired food straight out of the fridge, much of which usually ends up in the trash. However, in Fairbanks, there is an option for those looking to keep that extra garbage...
Haines, Homer to benefit from EPA environmental education grants
Environmental education grants awarded to the Takshanuk Watershed Council in Haines and the University of Alaska Anchorage will allow collaborative partnerships in Haines and Homer to implement education programs for coastal restoration and peat conservation. The Takshanuk Watershed Council will use its $97,640 grant from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency...
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