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Alaska at 25 Miles Per Hour
Channel 2 NewsThe first few times Bob King rode the rails in his 1982 Fairmont MT-19 motorcar, he'd reach out to grab a steering wheel every time he went around a curve. But the unique little relics of railroad evolution are devoid of any steering mechanism; they go...Tags: Trips and Vacations, Transportation, Chicago Hotels, Travel, Anchorage
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Dozens Testify Before U.S. Fish and Wildlife on ANWR
Channel 2 NewsIt's a passionate topic for dozens who came to testify Wednesday night at a public hearing in Anchorage. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service heard public comment on its draft management plan for the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. The new plan will...Tags: Forestry and Timber, Natural Resources, Wildlife, Anchorage
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Flowing tongues of rock, ice and dirt
A few years ago, Ronald Daanen was driving north of Coldfoot on the Dalton Highway, looking for drunken trees.
He pulled over when he saw some tipsy spruce on a hillside.
The University of Alaska Fairbanks scientist thought the tilted trees would be a...Tags: Landforms, U.S. Geological Survey, Transportation, Road Transportation, Glaciers
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Troopers Search For Missing Man on Harding Lake
An extensive search of Harding Lake near Fairbanks Monday found no new signs of a man last seen jet-skiing there early in the morning, according to Alaska State Troopers.
Troopers were notified at about 4 a.m. Monday that 25-year-old Patrick Hunsberger...Tags: Alaska
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Alaska volcano shows signs of impending eruption
ReutersRecent satellite images of a remote Alaska volcano along a flight route for major airlines show it may be poised for its first big eruption in 10 years, scientists said. The Alaska Volcano Observatory has issued an eruption advisory for the 5,676 foot-...Tags: Volcanoes, Landforms, Research, Volcanic Eruptions, Disasters and Accidents
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The Chaos Behind The Wall Socket
An Alaska college professor was not surprised when the lights went out over the northern tier of the U.S. and southeast Canada about 10 years ago.
David Newman studies the workings of complex, chaotic systems as part of his research at the University...Tags: David Newman, Lifestyle and Leisure, Colleges and Universities, Gardening, New York City
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In-State Gas Pipeline Report Expected Tuesday
Channel 2 NewsAlaska’s in-state natural gas pipeline planning team will report to lawmakers Tuesday on what needs to be done to bring North Slope gas to markets in Fairbanks and Southcentral. The Alaska Gasline Development Corp. was formed during the 2010...Tags: Alaska, Republican Party
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Journey Into The Valley Of Ten Thousand Smokes
I once visited the valley as one of a dozen people on a 10-day field trip with John Eichelberger, who then worked at the Alaska Volcano Observatory. As we approached the valley the first day on a bus ride from Brooks Camp in Katmai National Park, the...Tags: Manhattan (New York City), Transportation Accidents, Bus Accidents, Disasters and Accidents, Science
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Fairbanks Cars Drive Over Downed Light Pole
KTUU.comAlaska State Troopers in Fairbanks reported a lights-out moment on a local road early Friday morning, when a driver fell asleep and knocked down a light pole that was driven over by two other people. Troopers say 34-year-old Fairbanks resident Chet...Tags: Hot Springs, Chevrolet, Bodies of Water
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Troopers Arrest Suspect in Fairbanks Murder
KTUU.comA suspect is in custody on a first-degree murder charge after an 18-year-old man was shot to death Monday behind a Fairbanks apartment building, according to Alaska State Troopers. Troopers responded four minutes after being called to the Sandvik...Tags: Assault, Crime, Law and Justice, Murder, Crimes
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Scientists Predict Extreme Aurora Tonight -- But Will Anyone Be Able To See It?
The University of Alaska's Geophysical Institute says a large solar flare will translate to an “extreme” level of aurora activity tonight -- but many Alaskans probably won’t be able to see the show.
KTUU Chief Meteorologist Jackie...Tags: Colleges and Universities, Weather, Weather Reports, Education, Juneau
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Trooper in Delta Junction Shooting Identified
KTUU.comThe Alaska State Trooper who shot and wounded a Fort Wainwright soldier pointing a gun at him in Delta Junction early Monday morning has been identified. Trooper Steven Lantz of the Delta Junction post fired on 28-year-old Army Spc. Timothy J. Fitzgerald...Tags: Alaska
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