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Apple just unveiled its first foldable phone, the Duo, with a seven-inch unfoldable screen and Apple Pencil support — plus multitasking features that could redefine mobile computing. Alongside it, the new iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max bring major upgrades in battery life, camera tech, and AI-powered Siri, all while keeping privacy front and center. Priced from $1,199 to $1,999, these devices hit shelv...

A new FEC complaint alleges that Alaska’s Senate challenger Dan J. Sullivan is secretly receiving illegal campaign help from progressive group 907 Initiative via consultant Amber Lee—accused of blurring lines between independent spending and candidate support. Both Lee and the group deny wrongdoing, claiming full compliance with rules. But with only two FEC commissioners currently serving, any for...

Alaska’s largest tribal health group has officially taken ownership of the Alaska Native Medical Center, unlocking unprecedented control and funding to modernize a decades-old facility that’s been the heart of Native healthcare in Anchorage. No longer under federal oversight, the consortium can now fast-track critical upgrades—including a $462 million expansion of the emergency department—addressi...

Over 250 lawmakers are urging the Supreme Court to block a new USPS mail-in voting rule, arguing it oversteps constitutional boundaries by interfering with Congress and state election authority. The Trump administration defends the rule as a minor technical fix for ballot verification, but critics say it’s politically motivated and risks disenfranchising voters—especially as the verification syste...

Millions of voters face a ballot crisis as the U.S. Postal Service pushes new mail-in voting rules that could disenfranchise millions—forcing some to pay $2,000 to fly to vote. Military families, on tight budgets, are especially vulnerable but determined to protect their right to vote. A federal judge has blocked enforcement, calling the rules unworkable, while the Trump administration appeals. El...

Wall Street took a hit as oil surges push markets lower—crude climbs past $100 a barrel after U.S. strikes on Iranian tankers disrupt the Strait of Hormuz, sending Brent crude to its highest since July and diesel prices to record highs. Retail giants like Amazon and Starbucks slump while oil majors soar. Inflation fears mount ahead of key CPI and PPI reports expected to show stubborn prices above...

Suicide Prevention Awareness Month is here — and the stakes are higher than ever. With nearly 49,000 lives lost to suicide in 2024, it’s time to shift from crisis response to proactive care. Behavioral health offers a spectrum of support, but true prevention requires community action: checking in, listening without judgment, and breaking down stigma. Help is available — call or text 988 anytime, o...

Alaska’s economy is taking a hit as strained relations with Canada curb tourism and major events, leaving local businesses reeling — and Senator Dan Sullivan has been conspicuously silent. A potential “Northern Border Caucus” of 26 bipartisan senators could wield enough power to push back on damaging trade policies, even against the President’s veto, making now the time for bold leadership from so...

A somber tribute to wildland firefighter Leslie R. Washington, who died on duty battling the Bear Trap Fire in Minnesota, with heartfelt recognition for Alaska-based agencies—including Anchorage Fire, Delta Cargo, Merrill Field, Ted Stevens Airport crews, and the Alaska Division of Forestry—for their seamless coordination in bringing his remains home to Noorvik with honor. His loss deeply echoes a...

A new FEC complaint targets Alaska’s little-known Republican Senate candidate Dan J. Sullivan, accusing him of secretly collaborating with a third-party group, the 907 Initiative, which runs ads critical of the incumbent Senator Dan S. Sullivan — a confusing twist given their identical names. The complaint, filed by Americans for Public Trust and dubbing Dan J. Sullivan “Decoy Dan,” claims board m...

Trump’s meddling in Alaska’s Senate race is heating up as he hints at investigating a candidate named Dan J. Sullivan—confusingly similar to incumbent Senator Dan S. Sullivan. With the general election looming and votes tight, Trump’s claims that the “fraudulent” Dan J. could sway the outcome have sparked controversy, raising questions about campaign interference and electoral fairness. Listen in...

Ambler Metals is racing to build a massive copper and zinc mine in Alaska’s Ambler Mining District, with federal environmental review kicking off this month — but locals are watching closely. The project promises over a thousand jobs and $500M in state revenue, yet skepticism lingers after past resource booms failed to deliver lasting community benefits. A controversial 211-mile industrial road, p...

Treg Taylor’s Alaska gubernatorial bid has been a rollercoaster—disqualified, then reinstated, all while juggling a crowded conservative field and a shifting stance on ranked-choice voting. After narrowly missing the primary ballot, he got a second chance when a rival dropped out, only to face a sudden disqualification by his former boss over tenant disclosure issues—a decision reversed just days...

Kodiak High’s football team just stunned Valdez with an 68-0 blowout, led by junior QB Boe McCarthy—whose play-calling in the second half was pure magic. With three TDs, two-point conversions, and a new scoreboard he joked “worked pretty well,” McCarthy is turning around a program that went winless last year. As team captain, he’s been through the lows, even pushing for nine-man football to suit t...

While Southcentral Alaska enjoys a sunny, warming break with clear skies and milder temps through Saturday, the rest of the state braces for severe weather: Southeast Alaska faces heavy rain and 35-45 mph winds, the Interior deals with gusty west winds up to 40 mph, and Western Alaska is under a High Wind Warning with 30-45 mph winds and gusts up to 65 mph ahead of a major Bering Sea storm — bring...

Fall TV’s got a chill vibe this year—ABC and Fox are skipping new shows, leaning into hits like “Abbott Elementary” and “The Simpsons.” But don’t sleep on the fresh twists: spin-offs like “The Drop” and “Neagley,” plus big comedies starring McConaughey and Harrelson, a new “Pride and Prejudice,” and a reboot of “A Different World” with Dwayne and Whitley’s kids. Florence Pugh leads a bold “East of...

A California-based tech firm, Rainmaker, sparked outrage in Alaska after secretly deploying drone-based cloud-seeding near Homer, dropping silver iodide to induce rain and snow — claiming it’s for water conservation. Local residents and elected officials are furious, demanding transparency and accountability, with one lawmaker sending a cease and desist letter. While the company says it followed F...

Gas prices are soaring across Alaska as crude oil hits nearly $97 a barrel, pushing regular unleaded to an average of $5.02 — up 25 cents from last year — with some towns hitting even higher. Diesel is at record highs, averaging $6.12, over $2 more than last year. Even Anchorage, usually cheaper, sees prices around $4.98, with some stations charging $5.79. Meanwhile, the national average sits at j...

Golden Valley Electric Association just dropped some major news for Fairbanks residents: starting September 1st, your electricity rate drops 12.6%, saving you about $15 a month. CEO Travis Million credits stabilizing fuel prices for the win. Two generators are offline temporarily for maintenance, but if forecasts hold, another rate cut could be coming by December. Plus, GVEA’s new Member Assistanc...

Anchorage Recovery Center, the city’s chosen operator for a new tiny home community for homeless individuals with addiction struggles, is facing serious credibility issues — including unpaid contractor bills, lawsuits alleging fraud, and operating an empty, unsafe facility slated for demolition. Despite these red flags, the city remains committed to their contract, citing a rigorous selection proc...

The Alaska Supreme Court is set to make a landmark decision in a case that could reshape police accountability across the state. In 2022, Luke Outwater, an Alaska Native man, was shot by a Kotzebue police sergeant during a mental health crisis — he survived but sued, only to have his case dismissed on qualified immunity grounds. Now, the high court must decide whether that legal shield holds when...

Three Anchorage officers fired in self-defense after a suspect allegedly pointed a gun at them during a late-night confrontation on Bragaw Street — the state’s investigation concluded their use of deadly force was justified, clearing them of charges. Two officers have prior shooting records, including fatal incidents, while the third is newer to the force. Police leadership now calls for broader d...

Kupreanof Volcano in Alaska has dropped off the radar—earthquake activity and sulfur dioxide levels have returned to normal, bumping it from “green” to “unassigned.” With Alaska hosting more volcanoes than all other U.S. states combined and being the nation’s most seismically active region, the Alaska Volcano Observatory juggles limited resources while keeping tabs on restless giants like Great Si...

Alaska is revolutionizing mental health care with two new crisis stabilization centers set to open in Anchorage, offering immediate psychiatric support and easing pressure on emergency services. The Southcentral Foundation is expanding its Quyana Clubhouse and launching a culturally rooted, recovery-focused center called Quyana Qenq’a—meaning “thank you house”—scheduled for 2028. Providence Alaska...

Downtown business owners and property managers are sounding the alarm over a surge in crime and public disturbances, with one owner recounting how he had to spend thousands on security after his building was targeted multiple times—including an incident where an Airbnb guest pulled a gun to defend himself. At a community council meeting, residents and officials grappled with rising tensions fueled...