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30-year mail fraud scheme involved pitstop in Fairbanks, indictment says
FAIRBANKS, Alaska (KTVF) - An international mail fraud scheme making its way through federal courts reportedly had a focal point in Fairbanks. That’s according to an indictment returned by a federal grand jury in Alaska on July 8. According to court documents, 77-year-old Canadian man Ellis Kingsep — also...
Security, energy high as 100 Alaskans attend RNC in Milwaukee
Alaskan leaders joined Republicans from across the nation in nominating former President Donald Trump for a third time, as Trump named Ohio Senator J.D. Vance as his running mate. U.S. Sen. Dan Sullivan, R-Alaska, said there are 100 Alaskans at the RNC including himself.
Traffic calming project begins for Lore Road after stop sign comes down
Anchorage’s Municipal traffic engineers said they received several calls this spring from Abbot Loop residents concerned that a stop sign would be removed from the intersection of Lore Road and Petersburg Street.
Security, energy high as 100 Alaskans attend RNC in Milwaukee
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - At the Republican National Convention that’s underway in Milwaukee, Gov. Mike Dunleavy pledged Alaska’s 29 Republican delegate votes. “The furthest northern state, western state and eastern state, the largest bears in the country, largest moose, biggest military, more retired veterans per capita,” said Dunleavy, addressing the RNC. “Once again, we pledge all of our votes 29 delegates to Donald Trump.”
FEMA Grants $108M for Typhoon Damage in Alaska
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has approved over $108 million to help Western Alaska communities rebuild infrastructure damaged by Typhoon Merbok in 2023. The funding, announced on July 15, 2024, will repair and replace critical infrastructure like roads, bridges, and utilities. FEMA collaborated with the State of Alaska and local governments to assess the damage and determine the needs of affected communities.
Nursing Alumna Takes Flight in Alaska’s Wilderness
Becky Caron ’05 has charted an exceptional career path as a flight nurse and base chief for LifeMed Alaska at Dutch Harbor on Amaknak Island in Alaska. With nearly 14 years of experience in emergency nursing, Caron's commitment to live and work in remote Alaska illustrates the profound impact of her education.
Dunleavy dithers on Permanent Fund leadership
The Alaska Permanent Fund Board of Trustees is set to meet July 24 in Fairbanks, a regular quarterly meeting at which decisions will be made and updates presented regarding the operations of this vital institution. But there are only five members of the trustees at this point—two employees of Gov....
1 dead in downtown Anchorage shooting
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - One man is dead and another is in critical condition following a shooting early Sunday morning in downtown Anchorage, according to the Anchorage Police Department. Around 2:45 a.m., APD responded to the 700 block of West Fourth Avenue and found two wounded men, according to an...
Dot Lake sues Army Corps of Engineers over Manh Choh Mine wetland permit
The Native Village of Dot Lake filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in District Court on July 1 for its issuance of a permit for the Manh Choh gold mine near Tetlin. The lawsuit claims that the permit was issued without “meaningfully consulting with the Tribe or conducting the environmental reviews necessary to adequately analyze the impacts of the mine.”
River Report: ADFG announces opening day for salmon fishing around Fairbanks
FAIRBANKS, Alaska (KTVF) - The Alaska Dept. of Fish and Game has announced when salmon fishing can commence around Fairbanks as well as the selective gear that can be used. Last week we saw the first salmon swimming into interior rivers with the forecast for chum looking positive. As salmon continue to creep into the interior the Department of Fish and Game has released all the details on what will be allowed to catch this year’s salmon.
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