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Anchorage

Police search for man wanted on felony charges

Anchorage police are looking for Juan Manuel Mendiola, who is wanted for violating release conditions on multiple felony charges, including assault, misconduct involving weapons, felony DUI, forgery, tampering with evidence, false information and reckless endangerment.

Orphaned bear cub eludes Fish and Game agents

Efforts to nab an orphaned bear cub in Stuckagain Heights have been unsuccessful after more than a week of searching, according to the Alaska Department of Fish and Game.

Penny-pinching bulbs a light idea for Anchorage

If you never learned to love the glow of Anchorage's pinkish-orange street lamps -- or the way some of them aim into your bedroom at night -- take heart.

Two men found dead in separate Anchorage locations

Anchorage police were investigating the deaths of two men, one found in a Midtown parking lot and the other in Chester Creek over the weekend.

How much for that gallery?

Not all of the Anchorage Museum at Rasmuson Center's gallery and space names will roll off the tongue when the museum celebrates its expansion with a grand opening in 2010, but they will salute the project's largest private donors.

Smart cars appear on Anchorage streets

There isn't much to a Smart car, which measures four and a half feet shorter than a VW Beetle and could almost hide inside of a Hummer.

Council to address Safe Harbor site

The Safe Harbor Muldoon project will be the topic of discussion at a Northeast Community Council meeting this evening.

Game officials kill sow grizzly, try to capture 2 cubs for zoos

The grizzly that mauled Anchorage resident Clivia Feliz in Far North Bicentennial Park on Aug. 8 is believed to be dead, according to Alaska Department of Fish and Game officials.

City closes Rover's Run after maulings

Shortchanging leads to stabbing, police say

A woman was stabbed by a drinking buddy Monday night after the man accused her of shorting him on change from the liquor store, according to Anchorage police.

Man bumming smoke allegedly stabs 2 brothers

Two brothers were stabbed Monday night after a man who approached them asked for a cigarette, according to Anchorage police.

Child pornography leads to arrest, felony charges

Tens of thousands of pornographic images on home computers have led to charges against a man for possessing and distributing child pornography, according to Anchorage police.

Woman accused of leaving child in car for an hour to go to gym

A mother who is accused of leaving her 5-month-old child in the car for at least an hour while at the gym is facing a count of first-degree endangering the welfare of a child, according to Anchorage police.

Irish hometown holds service for climber who died in K2 disaster

More than a thousand people gathered in Ger McDonnell's hometown in Ireland for a memorial service for the Anchorage climber who died earlier this month on K2.

Boy left with puncture wounds in arm, hand after dog attack

A little boy was taken to the hospital Sunday afternoon with puncture wounds on his arm and hand after a neighbor's dog attacked him in a Government Hill alley.

Dog-attack victim remains in critical condition

Eagle River Nature Center closes Albert Loop Trail because of bears

Expected increases in bear activity near the Eagle River Nature Center have prompted the Alaska Department of Natural Resources to close the Albert Loop Trail.

Federal jury hands down conviction for aiding in drug distribution

A federal jury convicted an Anchorage man of aiding in drug distribution.

Prosecutor will focus on traffic offenses

Alaska got its first specialty traffic prosecutor this week with the appointment of assistant district attorney David Brower, according to the Department of Law.

Family dog attacks and severely hurts child, 6

A pit bull that severely mauled a young girl inside her East Anchorage home Tuesday afternoon was shot by a neighbor who followed screams to the scene.

Owner surrenders pit bull to animal control

Gas prices in Anchorage

Average is down slightly

Alaskan shot in leg during Georgia combat

A 22-year-old Alaskan, caught in the deadly crossfire between Russia and Georgia over the weekend, is apparently alive and being treated in a Russian hospital.

Cemetery changes directors

The Anchorage Memorial Park Cemetery is changing directors. Rob Jones will replace Don Warden who ran the cemetery for a decade. Jones previously worked in the funeral home industry for 13 years, according to a release from the Municipality of Anchorage.

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Backyard beekeepers

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Man convicted for near-fatal attack

Colonel headed to Elmendorf

Man accused of setting fire in suicide attempt sought for arson

30 seats open for APD academy

A cold summer: the statistics

Man gets 45 years for kidnapping, assault

Trailer fire kills cat, injures three dogs

Fire heavily damages two Spenard duplexes

Marijuana smuggler sentenced to 30 months

Dog dies in fire; others saved

Community datebook (7/18/08)

Fire investigators search rubble for cause of Sushi Spot blaze

Airport partially evacuated after suspicious item found in bag

Parole violator subject of search

Begich unveils plan for utilities to work together

Helicopter helps douse Bicentennial Park fire

Overdue fisherman found safe and sound

Vladivostok air starts direct flights to Russia

Boy in critical condition after darting into Midtown traffic

Military voter registration scheduled at base mall

Mayor says Anchorage gets unfair break on royalty gas

Bears among us: Too close for comfort?

Temple's homes for its teachers are tax exempt

Platting Board approves locals' park access, but no parking

Man with dementia found safe

Wynonna rocks Elmendorf

Police identify rider killed in motorcycle accident

Police identify motorcyclist killed in crash

Suspect nabbed after city's first Amber Alert

Gas prices in Anchorage

Magazine honors 2 firefighters

Convicted murderer could get 100 years

Former real estate agent pays for scheme

Anchorage airport director resigns

Assembly candidate pays fine for nondisclosure

Red Robin stops serving tomatoes

No one hurt in mobile home fire

Former state lawmaker Mitch Abood dies at 87

City suspends burning permits