Firm criticized in Fairbanks bus safety report
A former Alaska State Trooper criticized the company that oversees student transportation for the Fairbanks North Star Borough District, saying the firm had a lax approach to bus safety before public complaints.
State appeals dismissal of roadless rule challenge
The state of Alaska is appealing the dismissal of its challenge to a federal roadless rule in national forests.
AK gold miners optimistic despite dropping prices
Alaska gold miners and refineries remain optimistic despite dropping gold prices.
Baby homicide trial getting underway
David J. Paul, 24, is charged in the August 2010 death of 4-month-old Rian Jambi Orr
Alaska attorneys in Juneau for annual convention
Juneau attorneys Vance Sanders and Dick Monkman, and Juneau District Court Judge Keith Levy were recognized for their work.
Arctic council adds six observer seats
The Arctic Council – the association of the world’s polar countries – has agreed to grant observer status to six non-Arctic nations.
Family of adventurers takes on Mauna Kea, Denali
After climbing the Mauna Kea volcano, a Swiss family will sail for Alaska where they will climb Mt. McKinley.
State to recover $376K in Medicaid case
The state of Alaska is expected to share in a $500-million settlement over state and federal allegations that an India-based pharmaceutical manufacturer distributed adulterated drugs.
2 teens accused of placing fake bomb at Homer High
Two teenagers have been arrested after allegedly leaving a fake bomb at Homer High School.
Fresh Copper River salmon lands in Seattle
The first planeload of Copper River salmon from Cordova, Alaska, landed Friday morning at Sea-Tac Airport and the Alaska Airlines pilots carried a 40-pound king to waiting chefs.
