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Earthquake of magnitude 7.3 rattles Alaska, tsunami warning issued
Alaska [US], July 17 (ANI): An earthquake of magnitude 7.3 on the Richter Scale rattled Alaska in the early hours of Thursday (local time), a statement by the National Center for Seismology (NCS) said. As per the NCS, the massive earthquake...

An Alaska tsunami warning had residents scrambling for high ground after 7.3 magnitude...
"We have seen other earthquakes in the area that have not generated significant tsunami waves, but we're treating it seriously and going through our procedures, making sure communities are notified so they can activate their evacuation...

Seattle Seahawks support continued growth of girls flag football in Alaska
Former Seattle Seahawks linebacker Lofa Tatupu participates in a flag football camp on Friday, July 11, 2025 at the Menard Center in Wasilla. (Loren Holmes / ADN) WASILLA — When Seattle Seahawks Managing Director of Community Engagement Becca...

The Anchorage Weekender: Rock the Hill, Bike the Moose and 6 more local events
We’re halfway through July, and Anchorage is buzzing with activity. In this edition of The Anchorage Weekender we’ve rounded up eight fun ways to get outside — whether you’re into biking, dancing, art or fishing. 1. Rock the Hill Bring your family...

7.3-magnitude quake strikes off Alaska, tsunami advisory issued
FILE PHOTO: Sightseeing buses and tourists are seen at a pullout popular for taking in views of North America’s tallest peak, Denali, in Denali National Park and Preserve, Alaska, August 26, 2016. (AP Photo/Becky Bohrer, File) LOS ANGELES, United...

Decisions for tourist shelters in Leros, Chalkidiki, Xiromero and Agia Anna
Important decisions affecting the management, operation and development of tourist shelters and marinas have recently been taken by the competent bodies in various regions of the country, with the aim of upgrading port infrastructure and...

Alaska Board of Game approves revived bear-culling program in caribou grounds
Alaska officials on Tuesday resurrected a controversial bear-killing program aimed at boosting caribou numbers. The Alaska Board of Game, convening in a special meeting in Anchorage on the subject, authorized the state Department of Fish and Game...

The Anchorage Police Chief talks about how the new camping ordinance will be enforced

Asphalt Works Resume on Anchorage Road: Partial Closure and Traffic Diversions from July 16–18
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Anchorage Assembly criminalizes camping in certain public areas
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - In a vote of 7 to 5 the Anchorage Assembly voted to criminalize camping on specific public lands at their meeting on Tuesday. The ordinance, AO 2025-74, has already gone through two rounds of public hearing. The most...

Juneau team beats Ketchikan in Juniors All-Star softball tourney
The 2025 Alaska State Junior All-Stars softball tournament wrapped up on Wednesday evening at Ketchikan’s Dudley Field, with the Gastineau Channel Little League All-Stars winning two games against the Ketchikan Little League All-Stars to earn the...

I booked basic economy flights with Delta and Alaska Airlines — 1 was clearly better
Business Insider's reporter flew in basic economy with Delta and Alaska Airlines.Joey Hadden/Business Insider I paid $175 to fly in basic economy from Salt Lake City to NYC with Delta. A few months later, I took a $240 basic economy flight from...

Propulsion Issues Wreak Havoc on Ruby Princess’s Alaska Cruise
Ongoing propulsion issues onboard Ruby Princess have the passengers feeling more cold toward Princess Cruises than Alaska’s glaciers. The problems became apparent on embarkation day, July 9, 2025, right around the time that the 3,080-guest ship...

Alaska, Florida, Delaware Are Top States For Fishing, New Study Says
A fisherman kneels with a 24-pound inconnu caught at the Pah River in 1986 in Alaska, which, according to new research, is the best state to go fishing. (Photo by International Game Fish Association via Getty Images) Getty Images Alaska is the...

I booked basic economy flights with Delta and Alaska Airlines. One was clearly better for coach passengers.
2025-07-16T11:48:01Z Share Facebook Email X LinkedIn Copy link lighning bolt icon An icon in the shape of a lightning bolt. Impact Link Save Saved Read in app I paid $175 to fly in basic economy from Salt Lake City to NYC with Delta. A few months...

Vote on Anchorage camping ban likely

Chase Ultimate Rewards sweet spots: From international business class to domestic travel
Chase Ultimate Rewards points are one of the most valuable transferable currencies you can earn. Because of this — and Chase's 5/24 rule — many people start with an Ultimate Rewards points-earning card when they first get into points and miles....

Ketchikan photographer Peaches Wallin featured in traveling exhibit
Ketchikan photographer Naona “Peaches” Wallin is one of three locals featured in the “Portable Southeast” art exhibit at The Commons gallery this month, which is just one of many places that people can enjoy Wallin’s work. Portable Southeast is a...

For Samoans in Anchorage, cricket means connection to culture and each other
Jirleen Nyel and her friends hollered encouragement from their chairs nestled in a stand of trees at the edge of the cricket field in Anchorage’s Dave Rose Park. “We are loud when we cheer, so that's why we're out here,” she said. She was worried...

DOT Approves Alaska Airlines' $1.9B Takeover of Hawaiian Airlines
The Department of Transportation (DOT) has approved Alaska Airlines and its parent company, Alaska Air Group (AAG), which also owns the airline’s regional carrier Horizon Air, to take over Hawaiian Airlines’ certificates and international services...