Good morning, Anchorage.

U.S. homelessness reaches record levels with a nationwide increase of over 18%, including a notable 33% rise in children experiencing homelessness, while Alaska sees an 18% rise in its homeless population.

In Anchorage’s Fairview community, Chris and Maria Crawford are leading a grassroots effort to combat food insecurity by distributing pre-packed meals twice a month.

A rollover crash near Eklutna on the Glenn Highway resulted in no serious injuries and led to traffic being rerouted, including an incident where a parked police vehicle was struck by another car.

Glenn Highway was detoured due to three separate crashes, impacting traffic flow.

James Wohlers, a former general manager at GBR Equipment/Oilfield Services, was indicted for wire fraud and tax evasion for misusing company funds.

Anchorage police arrested Alex Manley for a November 24 trail shooting, linking him through evidence and charging him with assault and weapons misconduct.

Alaska officials intercepted twice as many drugs at Anchorage airport in 2024 than in 2023, amidst rising fatal overdose rates.

Charitie Ropati, an Alaska Native on Forbes' 30 Under 30 list, uses her background in STEM to inspire Indigenous girls to achieve their dreams.

Olympic gold medalist Kikkan Randall inspires students at Highland Academy Charter School in Anchorage by sharing her journey and encouraging them to pursue their dreams.

The Alaska Zoo reuses donated Christmas trees as enrichment for animals, promoting ecological sustainability.

New Year’s Eve Torchlight Parade and Fireworks Celebration

The event features a Torchlight Parade followed by a fireworks display at Alyeska Resort, welcoming the New Year with family-friendly festivities.

Alaska Sunday Meditation Classes at Namaste North

These Sunday classes offer meditation practices along with discussions on Buddhist wisdom for both beginners and experienced meditators in a tranquil yoga studio setting.

Frosty Bottom Winter Bike Endurance Event

The Frosty Bottom features long and short course options for winter biking along the scenic multi-use trails in Anchorage.

Free Avalanche Rescue Workshop at Glen Alps

This community-focused workshop provides winter backcountry travelers with an opportunity to learn and practice avalanche rescue skills, suitable for all experience levels.