Northern highlights: Alaska's energy, security policies are the guide feds need amid transition, group says
Future 49, with proponents from civilian pilots to Gov. Mike Dunleavy, is primed to launch to promote Alaskan issues and its energy, economic and national security benefits to the U.S.
Alaska pummeled by hurricane-force winds near 130 mph as widespread damage seen in Anchorage
The largest populated city in Alaska is still recovering from the hurricane-force winds that battered homes and infrastructure on Sunday, leaving thousands without power.
Hurricane-force winds cause widespread damage in Alaska’s largest city
Thousands of residents across Alaska’s largest city remain without power Monday, a day after a powerful storm brought hurricane-force winds that downed power lines and caused a pedestrian bridge over a highway to partially collapse.
Anchorage, Alaska, Sees Warmer-Than-Average Temperatures
As Anchorage navigates through a warmer-than-usual winter, meteorologists predict a continuation of the milder temperatures.
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Much more than a connection hub for Alaska fliers, there’s plenty to do and see in the Emerald City
Great museums, restaurants, live music and professional sports are just a few options for travelers on a trip to the Emerald City.
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National Weather Service updates criteria for cold weather advisories in Alaska
NWS Alaska meteorologist Tim Markle said the warnings are designed to let community members know when the cold weather presents a risk to the community. However, the old system set wind chill warnings and advisories, which were statewide in scope, and only kicked in when there was a wind chill.
4.1 magnitude earthquake strikes Alaska
A 4.1 magnitude earthquake struck Alaska on Thursday afternoon. The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported the quake struck around 3:24 p.m. PT in the Chugach Mountains near the city of Valdez, which has a population of about 3,900. The epicenter was east of Anchorage.
Measles case reported in Alaska from Seattle flight
Alaska Public Health has confirmed a resident in the Southern Kenai Peninsula area has been diagnosed with measles.
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Federal Approval Secured for Alaska’s Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Plan
Alaska’s 2025 federal National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure plan approved, opening door to $11 million for charging stations and more.
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Alaska DOT fixing Rabbit Creek pedestrian bridge after windstorm damage
We begin in Anchorage, where plans are being made to repair a pedestrian bridge that partially collapsed during our recent windstorm.Your Alaska Link has the latest on that and video
Alaska Airlines announces new summer routes from Anchorage
This week, announced two summer seasonal routes from Anchorage, flying to Detroit and Sacramento. In addition, the airline will resume flights between Fairbanks and Portland. With the updated schedule,
Sacramento airport is adding direct flights to Alaska. When do they start?
Sacramento-area travelers will soon be able to fly directly to Alaska for the first time. Alaska Airlines will begin offering nonstop flights from Sacramento International Airport to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport this summer, Sacramento airport officials said in a Monday news release.