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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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…
Alaska lawmakers face special session with big issues left
Alaska legislators’ to-do list is largely unchanged from four months ago, with the budget, oil tax credits and plans to address a multibillion-dollar budget deficit unresolved as they head into a special session.
Anchorage police arrest man after 6-hour standoff in car
A 31-year-old man with a felony conviction was arrested Tuesday night after a six-hour standoff with Anchorage police.
Juneau police investigate death of man found outdoors
Police say they’ve determined the man’s identity, and believe he lived in Alaska but was not from Juneau.
UA president proposes major restructuring of system
The plan by UA President Jim Johnsen would mean the end of independent administration and accreditation at campuses in Fairbanks, Anchorage and Juneau.
Shell relinquishes offshore leases in Alaska’s Chukchi Sea
An exploratory well drilled last year did not find oil in commercial quantities. Shell said high costs and an unpredictable federal regulatory requirement also contributed to the decision to halt drilling off Alaska.