Alaska News & Breaking Stories

Deckhand Nick Mavar of "Deadliest Catch" dies at 59. Lawsuit against show's production company. Fans mourn loss on social media.

Two climbers found dead on Mt. Whitney in California, highest peak in contiguous U.S. Search party locates bodies after week-long search.

Fani Willis faces challenges in Trump-related cases amid controversy, threats, but remains favored for re-election in Fulton County.

Rare G4 solar storm set to hit this weekend, potentially causing northern lights visible in Utah and disrupting communications.

Millions in US, Canada, Mexico witness total solar eclipse. Next one in 2044, rare event not to be missed! #SolarEclipse2044

Total solar eclipse to darken North America on April 8, 2024. Upstate NY hasn't seen one since 1925. Next eclipse in 2079.

US airline regulators investigate after engine cowling falls off Boeing 737-800 during take-off, raising concerns amid safety issues at Boeing.

Rescue team frees humpback whale tangled in line after days of effort in Dutch Harbor, Alaska, providing a heartwarming outcome.

Follow live-blog for real-time updates and key results from Super Tuesday primaries with over a third of GOP delegates at stake.

Super Tuesday on March 5 sees the most states holding presidential primaries. Biden leads Dems, Trump faces challenges, Supreme Court ruling.

Sen. Murkowski opposes effort to list Alaska king salmon as endangered. She says it's wrong and threatens state's fisheries.

NCIS' "The Stories We Leave Behind" said a very fond farewell to Dr. Ducky Mallard and late cast member David McCallum.

"True Detective: Night Country" Season Four finale leaves fans with more questions than answers. Star Kali Reis explains the mysterious ending.

Where did True Detective: Night Country go wrong? The fourth season of HBO's gritty, cerebral crime drama certainly had all the right ingredients.

Donald Trump makes surprise appearance at Sneaker Con in Philadelphia, introduces new Trump-branded sneakers for $399 a pair.

Elderly man in Alaska dies from Alaskapox, a newly discovered virus. Symptoms include skin lesions, swollen lymph nodes, and muscle pain.

True Detective Season 4 finale trailer promises chilling mysteries, corporate malfeasance, and haunting secrets beneath Alaska's ice. Don't miss the conclusion!

True Detective returns for a 4th season, Night Country, with a new cast and storyline. Learn how to watch online.

FAA orders temporary grounding and inspections of some Boeing 737 Max 9 aircraft after a fuselage section blew out midair.

Mega Millions jackpot is $114 million. Powerball jackpot is $20 million. Mega Millions drawings are every Tuesday and Friday.

"Minor Earthquake Strikes Standard, Illinois. Epicenter located 100 miles southwest of Chicago. 3.6 magnitude quake not anticipated to cause significant damage."

Top Hollywood agent's son arrested over dismembered woman's body found in dumpster, filmed violent movies fetishizing Asian women, worked with Brandi Glanville.

The US Treasury Department has announced that it will temporarily lift sanctions on Venezuelan oil exports and gold for six months, with the option to amend or revoke the authorizations if President Maduro fails to fulfill his commitments. The move has drawn criticism from Republicans, who argue that it supports oppressive regimes and threatens US national security. However, Latin American scholars and energy analysts see it as a positive step towards stabilizing Venezuela's oil industry, which has been plagued by underinvestment and mismanagement.

An annular eclipse will occur on October 14 in certain U.S. states, while a partial eclipse will be visible in all states except Hawaii. People should take precautions to view the eclipse safely.

A $1.2 billion Powerball jackpot is up for grabs, with odds of 1 in 292.2 million.

It's time for the annual Fat Bear Week competition at Katmai National Park in Alaska. Vote for your favorite heavyweight bear and crown the champion!

Vote for your favorite hefty bear in the annual Katmai National Park & Preserve contest celebrating Alaska's brown bears. #FatBearWeek

President Biden commemorates the 22nd anniversary of 9/11 in Alaska, honoring lives lost and countering China's influence.

Samuel "Joe" Wurzelbacher, known as "Joe the Plumber," has died at age 49 after battling pancreatic cancer.

President Biden's weeklong vacation to Lake Tahoe has been punctuated by crises at home and abroad.

Rapper Lil Tay denies rumors of her death after her Instagram account was hacked and used to spread false information.

Lil Tay, a 14-year-old rapper and social media personality, has denied reports of her death and claims her Instagram account was hacked. She said her brother and she are safe and alive but that the incident has been "traumatizing."

The Mega Millions jackpot has reached an estimated $720 million, making it the fifth largest Mega Millions jackpot ever.

Northern Lights to be visible in multiple US states this week.

Former University of Hawaii basketball player Kamaka Hepa joins New Orleans Pelicans for NBA Summer League.

US Supreme Court blocks Biden's student loan forgiveness plan, citing unlawful implementation.

Colleen Hoover, the record-breaking author, discusses her writing journey and career.