Good morning, Anchorage.

Greg King, a pilot for Precision Helicopters, died on Sunday in a helicopter crash while fighting the Dome Fire in Yosemite, leaving behind his wife and kids.

Anchorage producer Ashleigh Snead’s indie drama 'The Sun Never Sets,' starring Dakota Fanning and Jake Johnson, premiered earlier this month after a spring 2025 shoot that showcased local spots (Kincaid Park and downtown venues).

Strong community support was noted during local screenings.

Anchorage shoppers are facing price surprise as treats once costing $8 now cost $3 while many look for ways to cut grocery bills amid rising sticker shock.

Local consumers are rethinking budgets & shopping habits as store prices continue to shift.

Grocery prices are soaring, prompting shoppers to seek bargains as KTUU reports milk nearing $5 a gallon + ground beef at $13 a pound, with many turning to cheaper alternatives amid rising cost-of-living concerns.

Anchorage public schools are now seeing larger class sizes as the district faces nearly 300 fewer teaching positions due to flat state funding.

Teachers report that the increase—averaging four more students per class—has led to less individual attention and more grading challenges.

NOAA scientists discovered nine new sea sponge species this summer in the Gulf of Alaska and the Aleutian Islands.

They used bottom trawl surveys + DNA tests to map sea floor habitats and support sustainable fisheries management.

Fish and Game is searching for a brown bear that has become a serious public safety risk in the Rabbit Creek area.

The bear has been reported damaging garage doors and sheds.

The Alaska Section of Epidemiology reported 36 flu-related deaths last winter during the 2025-26 season - the state also advised that residents aged six months and older get a flu shot as flu cases have been rising since mid-August.

Lathrop trounced the Mustangs (Week 6 of the 907 Sports Tailgate Tour) on Monday, Sep.

21, affecting playoff standings as the season intensifies.

Lathrop’s undefeated football team is led by sophomore quarterback Boaz Balash, who threw for 216 yards and three touchdowns and ran for 114 yards in a 43 to 0 win over Chugiak.

Head coach Luke Balash (his father) said teamwork drives the Malemutes' rise this season.