Investigators say the two men physically assaulted 80-year-old Lincoln Peratrovich, which resulted in his death.
Crime & Courts
ACLU sues Alaska prison system over forced medication policy
Corrections policy is supposed to limit involuntary medication to emergency, last-resort situations when there is imminent danger.
In Florida, far-right groups look to seize the moment
A far-right group in Jacksonville, Florida has been regularly projecting hate symbols onto downtown buildings. Groups like this look to capitalize on what they see as a favorable political climate.
Alaska courts consider rules for permanently streaming many hearings online
The proposed court rule allows the presiding judge to determine whether the case is important enough to merit online streaming.
Former Sitka doctor takes plea deal moments before trial on sexual assault charges
McGrath still faces a civil lawsuit brought by the victims.
Building housing Skagway court destroyed in fire
A “big fire, black smoke and flames” was reported Sunday morning at the Packer Building near 9th Avenue between State Street and Broadway. About half the building was engulfed in flames by the time responders arrived at the scene.
Alaska Court System rule change will remove hundreds of marijuana convictions from Courtview
State lawmakers have been considering broader legislation intended to help people convicted before legalization.
20 pounds of meth, hidden in tortillas on a state ferry, seized by law enforcement in Southeast Alaska
It’s become somewhat rare to see busts aboard state ferries. Many recent busts have been tied to air travel or the mail.
Weddings are resuming at Alaska courthouses — here’s how to get married in Alaska
Whether you go to a courthouse or not, getting married in Alaska can be an easy process, and anyone can conduct the ceremony.
Fairbanks man gets 24 years for Pleasant Valley and Two Rivers arson attacks
Nineteen-year-old Jamison Gallion admitted to setting fire to seven properties, including two structures with people inside.