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Abatement near Cuddy Park continues, people say they have no where to go
The abatement of a large homeless camp next to Cuddy Park in midtown Anchorage continued Wednesday with city crews breaking down tents and makeshift structures that residents had left behind.
Anchorage snow depth drops to zero after record-breaking season
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - As we transition out of April and into May, we are also quickly transitioning away from a record-breaking winter season. Although the official snow record does carry into the summer season, there are only 15 years on record with measurable snow in May, and none with measurable snow in June.
Anchorage cyclists rally for Gaza paracyclists, raise $1k in solidarity ride
Bicyclists in Anchorage have been raising money to help some fellow cyclists who are riding for a cause in Gaza. The Gaza Sunbirds team is a group of para cyclists. Amid the current war, members have been riding around delivering food and other supplies to those who are in need in the Gaza Strip.
Anchorage Library: Spring seed-starting programs bloom for green thumbs
Spring is in the air. Anchorage Public Library wants to help green up your thumbs. Seed-starting programs are being held at different libraries across the city, including at the Loussac library. "Growing. Any plan is very good for mental health, but in Alaska it's especially beneficial because of our long,...
University of Alaska, graduate workers reach initial agreement after protests across the state
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - This week, the University of Alaska and Alaskan Graduate Workers Association – which represents all 425 graduate student employees at three campuses – came to a tentative agreement on an initial contract running from July 1, 2024, through December 31, 2026. The arrangement comes after protests that took place on Monday in Fairbanks and Anchorage.
Anchorage Votes: Mayoral Runoff Debate
Moderator Rebecca Palsha sits down with Mayor Dave Bronson and former-Assembly Chair Suzanne LaFrance to discuss the topics important to Anchorage residents: the homeless crisis, snow removal, re-zoning efforts and what it takes to make Anchorage a place to attract new residents.
Troopers: ATV rider found dead in tributary of Knik River
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - A man recreating in an all-terrain vehicle in the Knik River Public Use Area over the weekend died in a water-related accident, according to Alaska State Troopers. According to the trooper dispatch, 62-year-old Carl Long was found dead in a river on Sunday morning following a...
Anchorage Fire Department offers free helmets to keep kids safe while riding
Free bicycle helmets are now being offered to kids and teens in Anchorage. They're being given out at all Anchorage Fire Department stations. The goal of the giveaway is to keep kiddos safe while they're out riding this summer. Your Alaska Link stopped by Station 1 where some kids were...
Concerns grow over where people will go after being asked to leave midtown homeless camp
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - The abatement of a large homeless camp next to Cuddy Family Midtown Park continued Wednesday with city crews breaking down tents and makeshift structures that residents had left behind. Police say they aren’t yet forcing anyone to move, but are encouraging residents to pack up and...
Homeless residents prepare to leave Cuddy Park encampment ahead of imminent abatement
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - The abatement of the Cuddy Park encampment will take place on Tuesday, something some experiencing homelessness and living there are actively preparing for. The deadline comes after 20-day notices were posted saying the property will be cleared due to public health and safety concerns. Alexis Johnson,...
AROUND ALASKA: Bridge Repair, All Things Seismological, and Herring Roe
Work is underway to replace the Bear Creek Bridge along the Richardson Highway. It was back in 2022 when torrential downpours washed out the Bear Creek Bridge forcing the state to close part of the Richardson Highway. Fast forward two years, crews are working to replace that bridge and they're making progress. Work is expected to continue through 2026.
Car wash companies expand in Anchorage amid national boom
Sudzy Salmon in South Anchorage had been open for just over an hour on a recent morning and they had already washed about 100 cars. Chris Michael is the CEO and co-owner of Sudzy, and also owns a car wash distribution company based in Missouri. His company, Express Car Wash Equipment, recently partnered with Sudzy to expand in Anchorage.
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