Kodiak College says it is cutting some programs that are no longer in demand to save money during a difficult fiscal time for the state. KMXT reports that Kodiak College asked the University of Alaska Anchorage to stop admitting students to the undergraduate certificate in construction technology and the undergraduate certificate in industrial safety program…
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Air taxi operator arrested for sexual abuse of a minor
A King Salmon air taxi operator has been charged with multiple counts of sexual abuse of a minor. In an online dispatch, Alaska State Troopers said a monthslong investigation led to the arrest of 40-year-old Robert Joseph May, who owns and operates RJ Aviation out of King Salmon. May was arrested Friday night and charged…
Man suffers torso wound in early morning Anchorage shooting
Anchorage police are investigating a Memorial Day shooting in Anchorage.
Couple charged with faking burglary, claiming insurance
An Anchorage couple suspected of hiding jewelry and other items and claiming they were stolen has been indicted on federal fraud charges. Prosecutors say 41-year-oid Arnold Flowers II and 31-year-old Miranda Flowers are charged with 14 counts of wire fraud and scheming to defraud. Arnold Flowers also faces narcotics and gun charges. Prosecutors say the…
State focuses on pollution rules for Fairbanks, North Pole
Alaska officials are outlining new measures to control pollution in the Fairbanks North Star Borough, as federal regulators plan to upgrade two borough cities from moderate to serious air quality nonattainment areas this summer.
Residents rebuilding nearly 1 year after Willow wildfire
A group is working in Willow to help dozens of residents whose properties burned down in last year’s Sockeye Fire to bring life back to their community. KTUU reports that Tam Boeve with the Willow Garden Club says her group has been working with about 40 residents to bring back the trees, flowers and other…