Ketchikan’s animal shelter has gotten some relief in recent weeks after rescuing more than 40 animals from one home in early October.
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Sitka officials say stun gun incident conformed to police policy
“It’s pretty astounding that the young man was Tased multiple times and didn’t comply. Because immediately you want to … it hurts!” said Sitka Police Chief Sheldon Schmitt.
Southeast skin artist chosen for Native arts residency
Yup’ik artist Peter Williams of Sitka is headed to the Institute of American Indian Arts in Santa Fe, New Mexico, under a Rasmuson Foundation-funded artist-in-residence program.
Retired Fairbanks 4 detective defends interview, interrogation techniques
A police detective who investigated the John Hartman murder case took the stand Monday at the Fairbanks Four exoneration hearing.
Seattle’s Ride The Ducks tours to remain suspended
Washington’s lead investigator said his team is still analyzing maintenance records and has another round of physical inspections to do before delivering a report next month.
U.S. Senate witnesses describe dark side of Russia
At a U.S. Senate hearing Tuesday, witnesses described Vladimir Putin more as a cunning bully than a good neighbor. The hearing in the Foreign Relations Committee was all about Europe, not the Arctic.
How 3D printing helps preserve and return sacred Tlingit objects
The Smithsonian is using 3D printing and scanning technology to preserve and repatriate Hoonah Indian Association items.
Troopers ID body found in Willow Creek
The Alaska State Troopers have identified a body found in Willow Creek as 22-year-old Macklin Stevenson of Anchorage.
5 Things To Know About The Keystone XL Pipeline
The Canadian company that had been pushing for approval to build the project is asking for a timeout in the review process. Here’s what you should know.
Election Day: what we’re watching
Tuesday is the “off year” Election Day in some parts of the country. Here’s a look at some of the interesting races going on.