During Winter Weather Preparedness Week, the National Weather Service wants to bring awareness to the hazards that impact all of us - like blizzards, heavy snow, and freezing rain.
As winter sets in and the days get shorter, Alaska State Trooper said drivers can have a hard time seeing pedestrians and cyclists using roads, which makes reflective clothing or flashing LED lights critical.
The Alaska State Troopers are experiencing a high number of accidental 911 calls at the Fairbanks dispatch center, which uses up much needed resources.
The Fairbanks International Airport has a new hanger on its property designed to help save lives. LifeMed Alaska cut the ribbon on their new hanger Thursday, and welcomed guests to an open house on Saturday.
The Fairbanks Police Department (FPD) is cautioning parents and children about riding ATVs and dirt bikes on public roads. According to Deputy Chief Rick Sweet, FPD has been getting complaints about youth riding recklessly in residential areas.
Staffing issues at the Fairbanks Police Department have forced officers to work extra hours to try to keep Fairbanks safe. The department is short 11 positions from a total of 45 they are budgeted for.
According to a Facebook post put out by the Fairbanks Police Department (FPD), Fairbanks North Star Borough (FNSB) residents have been receiving phone calls from an individual identifying themselves as a Fairbanks law enforcement officer.
While adults aren’t required to wear a life vest. Having one available for anyone on a boat is. Potter also says that children under 13 are required to be wearing a life preserver at all times.
According to a dispatch published by the Alaska State Troopers Wednesday evening, two people are dead after a single-vehicle rollover crash in Tok, Alaska.
By Aaron Morrison, Melissa Frey and Gilbert Cordova
With water continuing to overflow the banks and the ice jam remaining in place, the National Weather Service out of Fairbanks has issued a flood warning for the area.
On May 15 all vehicles operating in Fairbanks, and those of all Alaskans living above the 60 North Latitude line, will be required to remove any studded tires and replace them with their springtime counterparts.
The days are getting longer and warmer and many Alaskan’s are pulling out their ATVs, side-by-sides and dirt bikes to enjoy the summer, but like everything there are rules involved with recreational vehicles.
As the snow melts, residents of Fairbanks have been finding needles and syringes that were hidden by the snow. The sharps can be dangerous to garbage collectors if not stored properly.
Multiple fire departments are currently on the scene of a structure fire located in a building owned by C & R Pipe on Alta Way, near South Cushman Street in Fairbanks.
Acting Mayor Austin Quinn-Davidson chose Deputy Chief of Police Kenneth McCoy to replace Police Chief Justin Doll while he is on leave before official retirement. The change will go into effect at 8 a.m. Monday.
The Alaska Department of Corrections will resume in-person visitations this week, but a new set of vaccination requirements have drawn criticism from several civil rights organizations.
A former chief and a longtime detective have called into question the inner workings of the Fairbanks Police Department, alleging a workplace culture of discrimination and harassment.
The U.S. Coast Guard on Wednesday suspended the search in waters off Alaska for an overdue helicopter piloted by the former head of Alaska’s largest tribal health care organization, who resigned last week after allegations of sexual misconduct surfaced against him.
The rivers and lakes of Alaska can be great places to travel, play and fish on during the cold winter months, but this year, warm temperatures have made ice on the Chena River unsafe.
In a press release sent out Thursday evening, Mayor Matherly and the City of Fairbanks announced that the new Chief of Police would be Fairbanks Police Department Acting Deputy Chief Ron Dupee.
Steven Hjelm, 54, went missing on January 9th after leaving his sister’s house on 16th Avenue, headed towards a corner store on foot. He has not been heard from since that day.
In a press release issued Thursday evening, the Fairbanks Police Department has announced that Kayce Smith, who was reported missing on January 9, 2021, has been located.
Snowmachining is a popular winter activity in Alaska. Whether for fun or just to get you from one place to the next, many Alaskans spend their winter on the vehicles. However, they can be dangerous if used improperly.
On Monday afternoon at approximately 4:00 p.m. Alaska State Troopers received a report of a snowmachine accident near Fox, on the pipeline access trails.
Interior law enforcement is looking for a new place to train officers after the firing range they previously used was closed. They have identified 10 sites around the Fairbanks and North Pole area and are seeking public comment about the proposed locations.
The City of Fairbanks has announced it’s plans for hiring a new Police Chief for the Fairbanks Police Department. The spot was left vacant after the previous chief, Nancy Reeder, left the position suddenly in August. Since August, Rick Sweet has been serving as the acting chief at the department while they look to hire a new one.
The Fort Wainwright Fire Department is tasked with protecting and serving the Army Post in Fairbanks Alaska. While most of those they serve are in the military, none of the members of the department are currently enlisted.
On Tuesday Oct. 27 the Winter Fortymile hunt will open on the Steese and Taylor highways in Interior Alaska. Alaska Wildlife Troopers are warning of bad weather conditions and residents worry about how hunters will treat the land in the area.
