Kipnuk man indicted on federal child pornography charges under Operation Relentless Justice
A federal grand jury in Alaska has indicted a 28-year-old man from Kipnuk, Petngalria Paul, also known as “Garrett,” on charges related to child pornography.
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Two Alaska State Troopers indicted for alleged civil rights violations
Two Alaska State Troopers, Joseph Miller and Jason Woodruff, have been indicted by a federal grand jury on charges of criminal civil rights violations stemming from an incident in May…
Ketchikan man sentenced to five years for illegal firearm possession during domestic violence incident
A Ketchikan resident, Michael McLoone, was sentenced to five years in prison for possessing a firearm as a felon during a domestic violence incident.
Anchorage man sentenced to prison for trafficking fentanyl, methamphetamine
An Anchorage man, Thurman Reed, 67, has been sentenced to 15 years in federal prison for trafficking large amounts of illegal drugs and possessing a firearm in connection with his…
Anchorage man receives 30-year sentence for production of child pornography
An Anchorage man has been sentenced to 30 years in federal prison followed by a lifetime of supervised release for producing and possessing child pornography involving multiple minors.
Eagle River man receives 20-year sentence for attempted coercion of minor
An Eagle River man, Michael Koetter, was sentenced to 20 years in prison and a lifetime of supervised release after pleading guilty to multiple child exploitation offenses.
Kotzebue man receives maximum sentence for sexually exploiting minor in Bethel
A Kotzebue man has been sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for sexually exploiting a minor female in Bethel, Alaska.
Anchorage man receives consecutive sentences totaling forty years for leading drug trafficking ring
An Anchorage man, Rodney Godwin, 51, has been sentenced to an additional 20 years in federal prison for leading a drug trafficking organization responsible for distributing over eight kilograms of…
Fairbanks man indicted for firearms trafficking and drug offenses
A federal grand jury in Alaska has indicted a Fairbanks resident, Mason Lanon, 22, on charges related to illegal firearms trafficking, cocaine distribution, and possession of a machinegun during a…
Wasilla man pleads guilty to carfentanil distribution resulting in teen’s death
A Wasilla man has pleaded guilty to distributing carfentanil, a synthetic opioid, which led to the death of a 16-year-old girl and the near-fatal overdose of an adult.
Shelter Cove Road opens near Ketchikan improving community access
The Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) has opened a new roadway near Ketchikan, providing improved access for the local community.
Southwest Airlines announces seasonal flights at Anchorage airport starting May 2026
Southwest Airlines will begin seasonal flights at Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC) in May 2026.
Chinese national charged with trafficking meth through Alaska virtual mailbox
A Chinese national living illegally in the United States has been charged with involvement in an international drug trafficking operation that allegedly moved large amounts of methamphetamine from Mexico into…
Pennsylvania man charged with wire fraud in attempt to steal Alaska PFD funds
A Pennsylvania resident has been charged with seven counts of wire fraud for allegedly attempting to defraud the Alaska Permanent Fund Dividend (PFD) program in 2022.
Fairbanks man receives decade-long prison term for illegal firearm possession
A Fairbanks man, George Romero, 37, has been sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for possessing firearms and body armor as a felon.
LinkedIn: Judge who released schizophrenic Charlotte train murderer has a side gig treating criminals
In January 2025, Mecklenburg County Magistrate Teresa Stokes signed the release of DeCarlos Brown Jr., a repeat arrestee later accused of fatally stabbing Iryna Zarutska on Charlotte’s light-rail.
Analysis: Chicago foundation paid $3.3 million to Mecklenburg County to keep career criminals, like DeCarlos Brown, on the streets
Mecklenburg County received $3.3 million from a Chicago-based political foundation after leaders agreed to “reduce the use of incarceration” for repeat criminals like DeCarlos Brown, Jr.
Alaska collected $4 million in property tax revenue in Q1
The first quarter brought in $4 million in property tax revenue for Alaska, after no property tax was collected in the fourth quarter of 2024, according to the U.S. Census…
Small business optimism rises again in August according to NFIB index
The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has reported that its Small Business Optimism Index increased by 0.5 points in August, reaching 100.8.
Kenai Spur Highway upgrade receives $29 million for safety improvements
Kenai residents can expect significant changes to the Kenai Spur Highway as the Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities (DOT&PF) has awarded a $29 million contract for Phase II…
CDC 2025 Measles Update: Alaska’s case count rises as of week ending Aug. 30
Latest CDC data shows measles cases in Alaska for 2025 are now estimated within the range of 1-9, marking no change compared to the previous figures updated as of week…
NFIB urges repeal of BLM rule restricting Alaska energy development
The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has sent a letter to U.S. Representative Nicholas J. Begich III and the House of Representatives expressing support for H.J. Res. 106, a…
Weekly Recap Aug. 30: 30 Alaska business licenses issued to businesses out of state
There were 30 business licenses issued to companies located outside of Alaska during the week ending Aug. 30, according to Alaska’s Department of Commerce.
Giant cabbage weigh-off returns to Alaska State Fair
The Alaska Division of Agriculture and Alaska Grown are sponsoring the 29th Annual Giant Cabbage Weigh-Off at the Alaska State Fair.
FAA expands airport improvement flexibility for Alaska, Hawaii, and U.S. territories
Alaska, Hawaii, and U.S. territories will have expanded options to improve airport safety and infrastructure following new guidance from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).