The average age of seriously ill patients with the virus has dropped by nearly 10 years, state health officials say. Hospitals say they also need more care.
The Anchorage School Board will discuss the mitigation plan at its meeting Tuesday.
Two bodies were found following an apartment fire in Eagle River. Christopher Ricker, 29, faces charges of murder in the first and second degree, arson, criminal mischief and assault.
Jacoby, 17, was a member of the American 400-meter medley relay team that finished second to Australia by .13 of a second.
The 17-year-old added a silver in the women’s medley relay on Saturday to go with the gold she won in the 100-meter breaststroke on Monday.
The Alaska Supreme Court has repeatedly ruled in favor of abortion rights.
Chum returns are the lowest on record, leaving communities with empty freezers and uncertainty about getting through the winter.
Some of the bigger increases were driven by supply shortages and consumers ready to spend as the pandemic ebbs.
Alaskans are reporting waits stretching into months to get certified death certificates from the state.
McKenna Vierra, 27, received her private pilot’s license in November while undergoing chemotherapy treatments for cancer, her family said. An Anchorage flight instructor was giving her a discovery flight when his Cessna crashed.
Three major limits were overturned Friday by the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals.
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The killer whale was stranded for hours before the tide came in and it “meandered around a little before swimming away.”
The record season, however, comes with some notable asterisks, including very small fish.
The state’s latest guidance is in line with the new CDC recommendation that vaccinated people mask up in indoor public spaces in places where “substantial or high” coronavirus transmission exists.
The former leader of Poker Flat Research Range, Brown was a smiling, suspender-wearing man remembered by many Alaska kids.
While more international destinations open and flights increase, there are still plenty of details to be aware of before traveling.
The majority who participate in the fishery aren’t Alaskan, but the ones who return year after year usually are.
Before a 10-day escape to the wilderness, there are weeks of second-guessing and what-ifs while preparing for it.
Book review: Erling Kagge was first person to complete the fabled Three Poles Challenge on foot (North the South, and the summit of Mount Everest). In “Philosophy for Polar Explorers” he finds lessons on adventuring in everyday life.
Superior Court Judge Gregory Miller’s decision is likely to be appealed to the Alaska Supreme Court.
“To not have roads collapse, not have a damaging wave from the tsunami that was generated was just incredible. It’s really a miracle,” said the director of the state homeland security division.
The lawsuit was really an action by the governor against the Legislature that is barred by the Alaska Constitution, a judge ruled.
Alaska’s sole congressman was hospitalized for several days in November after testing positive for COVID-19. In the video, the congressman emphasized that he has gotten the vaccine and said, “I know it works.”
Gov. Mike Dunleavy approved a two-week postponement requested by most legislators.
Advice: My girlfriend still refuses to entertain, much less plan a trip Outside. I’m afraid we’re losing a special part of our connection and missing this window in life where we can easily take trips.
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