Endless aftershocks from the Nov. 30 earthquake rattle Alaskans
There have been more than 7,800 aftershocks since the main earthquake struck 7 miles north of Anchorage.
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Man dies after being struck by car near Palmer
Alcohol isn’t suspected to be a factor, state troopers said.
Top Mat-Su emergency official resigns, citing ‘sabotage’
Otto Feather took the blame following criticism over a lack of public information during the Nov. 30 earthquake.
Northbound Glenn Highway reopens after accident at Knik River bridge
Drivers may still see delays due to a three-vehicle accident with injuries, responders say.
The new Hatcher Pass ski area: A grass-roots group could thrive where big companies failed
The proposed alpine ski area dubbed Skeetawk would be the newest in the United States.
Second teen convicted on all counts in David Grunwald murder trial
“It’s a relief,” David Grunwald’s mother said after the verdict was read. “This one was a pretty rough trial.” Dominic Johnson’s court-appointed attorney says he plans to appeal the decision.
Deliberations begin in murder trial of second teen charged in Grunwald slaying
Was Dominic Johnson the catalyst that triggered the killing, or was he not even in the car that drove David Grunwald to his death?
Troopers responding to report of shots fired find body of Wasilla man
Troopers say the person responsible for firing the shots is cooperating with the investigation.
How to recycle your Christmas tree and decorations after the holidays
Drop-off locations are available throughout Anchorage, Eagle River and Mat-Su.
Man killed in wreck at busy Parks Highway interchange near Wasilla
A young child in the car was also hurt, authorities say.
Pilot and passenger uninjured after plane flips during landing at Big Lake
Troopers said the pilot lost his landing lights, diverted and hit a snow berm, causing the plane to flip.
Body of second missing snowmachiner found in Big Lake
The body of Vanton Pettigen, 66, was found in Big Lake on Saturday, not far from where his wife’s body had been found the day before.
Teen convicted of Grunwald murder faces March sentencing
A judge limited the people who can testify about how much time Erick Almandinger should serve.
Body of missing female snowmachiner found in Big Lake, husband still unaccounted for
LaVerne and Van Pettigen were last seen Sunday on the lake as authorities warned of thin cover.
After 6 days, still no trace of couple who went missing at Big Lake
Hundreds of people have combed the terrain near Big Lake, but there’s still no sign of LaVerne and Van Pettigen.
Palmer jury to start deliberating fate of second Grunwald murder defendant next week
The evidence phase of 18-year-old Dominic Johnson’s trial ended Thursday.
‘... As hard as I can in the head’: Words of accused Grunwald killer just hours before teen died
A Snapchat video featuring Dominic Johnson marked the first bombshell in his Palmer Superior Court murder trial.
Volunteer search underway near Big Lake for missing snowmachiners
LaVerne and Van Pettigen of Anchorage were last seen Friday “on what was supposed to be a quick trail ride” at Big Lake.
Nov. 30 earthquake led to more than 350 ER visits but only one hospitalization
Almost half of the emergency room visits were for injuries. Other causes included “mental health concerns, neurological symptoms, and people seeking assistance with pre-existing medical issues," according to the Alaska Department of Health and Social Services.
Fire destroys home and kills pets near Willow
The fire apparently started near a Christmas tree, officials say.