The outcome is a big win for the Alaska Innocence Project. Executive director Bill Oberly has spent the past six years trying to free the men.
Crime & Courts
Man allegedly lured sexual assault victims by asking for directions
When a woman agreed to help him and got on his snow machine, Brink allegedly took the victim to the tundra and attempt to sexually assault her.
Obama commutes sentences of 2 Alaskan inmates
President Obama commuted the sentences of Alex Contreras of Anchorage and Raymond Allen Thomas of Fairbanks.
Whistleblower alleges corruption in LIO court case
The state court heard oral arguments Wednesday in a case involving the contentious lease on the Legislative Information Office in downtown Anchorage.
West Juneau stabbing suspect pleads not guilty
Kevin Nauska is headed to trial for manslaughter in connection with the Dec. 3 death of Jordon J. Sharclane.
Fairbanks Four indictments and convictions thrown out, men walk free
A Fairbanks judge has dismissed the indictments and convictions of four men who have served 18 years in jail for a murder they say they did not commit.
West Juneau stabbing suspect indicted on manslaughter charge
Nauska will be arraigned in Juneau Superior Court on Thursday.
Narcotics worth $24K stolen from Bethel clinic
Clinic workers arrived at the clinic to find the front door busted, the safe forced open, and glass from the pharmacy door shattered across the floor.
Nome judge admits to misconduct, will undergo sensitivity training
He had previously denied all wrongdoing. But before the commission, Dooley acknowledged the insensitivity of his comments and apologized.
State to Fairbanks 4: Say you’re guilty and go
The deal would also require the four men withdraw claims of innocence, and not pursue compensation for wrongful conviction.