Lydia Johnson (left) sits with her Aunt Kirsten Gustafson (right) at their fourplex in Anchorage they've lived in since 2014 on Thursday, Dec. 19, 2024. Lydia Johnson walked up the stairs of a ...

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From rugged mountains and breathtaking scenery to its remote communities, Alaska offers a lifestyle unlike anywhere else — but practical financial planning is essential. Everyday expenses like housing ...

Teacher salaries in Alaska are not competitive when compared to much of the Lower 48, according to new research from the University of Alaska Anchorage’s Institute of Social and Economic Research.

Retiring in Alaska might not be the first idea that crosses your mind when contemplating your options, but for those seeking a unique blend of stunning natural beauty and exceptional tax benefits, the ...

Flint Selby, 24, moved to Alaska from Wyoming in 2020 in pursuit of outdoor adventure. Selby said winters are tough, with just three hours of sunlight, so many people take vitamin D. But, he said, the ...

Fighter, support and transport aircraft assigned to Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson fill a runway during a 2020 "elephant walk" demonstration. (From Staff Sgt. Curt Beach/U.S. Air Force) Alaska ...