On Workers Memorial Day, a grim safety record is a reminder that protecting lives on the job demands vigilance, enforcement ...

For too long, the safety of Alaska’s rural residents has been measured by what wasn’t there — too few law enforcement officers, too little support and too many delayed responses to violent crime.

Hiking in Alaska’s wilderness offers unmatched beauty, but it demands serious preparation. From unpredictable weather to remote trails and wildlife encounters, safety starts long before you step ...

Families sit together in the evacuation flight from Bethel to Anchorage on Oct. 16, 2025 (Photo by Corinne Smith/Alaska Beacon) Alaska dealt with a range of public safety challenges and policy choices ...

Alaska dealt with a range of public safety challenges and policy choices in 2025, from extreme weather to immigration enforcement. The devastation left by Typhoon Halong in Western Alaska was historic ...