Alaska man pinned by 700-pound boulder for 3 hours walks away unharmed
A 61-year-old Alaska man was pinned facedown in an icy creek by a 700-pound boulder for three hours. His wife kept him alive until rescuers arrived, using air bags and brute force to free him.
A 61-year-old Alaska man was pinned facedown in an icy creek by a 700-pound boulder for three hours. His wife kept him alive until rescuers arrived, using air bags and brute force to free him.
Bodies of Texas family found in Alaska after boat capsized during 2024 vacation
The Alaska Dive, Search, Rescue, and Recovery Team reports they have found the remains of a Central Texas family who were reported missing after their boat capsized off the coast of Homer, Alaska in August 2024.
The Alaska Dive, Search, Rescue, and Recovery Team reports they have found the remains of a Central Texas family who were reported missing after their boat capsized off the coast of Homer, Alaska in August 2024.
Deadly U.S. plane crashes in 2025: Timeline
Since the beginning of 2025, at least 188 people have died in 60 U.S. aviation incidents.
Since the beginning of 2025, at least 188 people have died in 60 U.S. aviation incidents.
Rescued dog from LA evades capture after escaping adoptive home in Alaska
Rescued from a California shelter after devastating wildfires, Jackie was adopted by a family in February but slipped her collar and fled into a forested area.
Rescued from a California shelter after devastating wildfires, Jackie was adopted by a family in February but slipped her collar and fled into a forested area.
Pilot rescued with 2 girls from Alaska lake was not authorized to have passengers, official says
The pilot has neither returned federal investigators’ calls nor reported the accident within the required 24-hour period.
The pilot has neither returned federal investigators’ calls nor reported the accident within the required 24-hour period.
Man, 2 children found alive hours after plane crashes in Alaska
A man and two children were found alive hours after their plane was reported missing in Alaska. Here's what's known about the crash and their rescue.
A man and two children were found alive hours after their plane was reported missing in Alaska. Here's what's known about the crash and their rescue.
Anchorage on alert as fears of Mount Spurr, Alaska volcano eruption grow
Numerous small, shallow earthquakes continue to rumble under Alaska's Mount Spurr, prompting fears of an imminent eruption.
Numerous small, shallow earthquakes continue to rumble under Alaska's Mount Spurr, prompting fears of an imminent eruption.
Alaska’s Mount Spurr could erupt in weeks, scientists warn
Scientists warn that Alaska’s Mount Spurr is showing signs of increased activity and could erupt in the coming weeks or months. An eruption could lead to widespread ashfall in Anchorage and surrounding areas, potentially disrupting flights at one of the world’s busiest cargo airports.
Scientists warn that Alaska’s Mount Spurr is showing signs of increased activity and could erupt in the coming weeks or months. An eruption could lead to widespread ashfall in Anchorage and surrounding areas, potentially disrupting flights at one of the world’s busiest cargo airports.
Minnesota men missing after Alaska avalanche
Minnesotans were in a group of skiers who are believed to be dead after an avalanche south of Anchorage this week, authorities have confirmed.
Minnesotans were in a group of skiers who are believed to be dead after an avalanche south of Anchorage this week, authorities have confirmed.
Alaska avalanche claims 3 backcountry skiers amid dangerous conditions
Avalanche danger remains considerable at Turnagain Pass, where this avalanche occurred about 45 minutes south of Anchorage. Three backcountry skiers are believed to be buried in 40 to 100 feet of snow.
Avalanche danger remains considerable at Turnagain Pass, where this avalanche occurred about 45 minutes south of Anchorage. Three backcountry skiers are believed to be buried in 40 to 100 feet of snow.
Alaska’s Mount Spurr being closely watched for signs of an explosive eruption
Mount Spurr is part of the Ring of Fire, located in southern Alaska. The mountain is a stratovolcano, which means it has steep slopes and is known for its explosive eruptions. The last major eruption occurred in 1992, which caused a significant disruption in air travel across the Pacific Ocean.
Mount Spurr is part of the Ring of Fire, located in southern Alaska. The mountain is a stratovolcano, which means it has steep slopes and is known for its explosive eruptions. The last major eruption occurred in 1992, which caused a significant disruption in air travel across the Pacific Ocean.
Alaska plane crash: All 10 victims recovered from Bering Sea wreckage
Authorities have recovered the remains of all 10 victims from a small plane crash on the Bering Sea, according to the Nome Volunteer Fire Department.
Authorities have recovered the remains of all 10 victims from a small plane crash on the Bering Sea, according to the Nome Volunteer Fire Department.
Missing plane in Alaska located; 10 found dead, officials say
A plane carrying 10 people over Alaska went missing on Thursday. Here's what to know.
A plane carrying 10 people over Alaska went missing on Thursday. Here's what to know.
Ontario premier jokes Canada should buy Minnesota, Alaska
In response to President-elect Donald Trump's comments that Canada should become part of the United States, Ontario Premier Doug Ford suggested Canada should instead buy Minnesota and Alaska.
In response to President-elect Donald Trump's comments that Canada should become part of the United States, Ontario Premier Doug Ford suggested Canada should instead buy Minnesota and Alaska.
Ocean heat wave known as 'The Blob' blamed for killing half the population of bird species
The new study suggested that 4 million seabirds died following unusually warm conditions in the northeastern Pacific Ocean between 2014 and 2016.
The new study suggested that 4 million seabirds died following unusually warm conditions in the northeastern Pacific Ocean between 2014 and 2016.
Coast Guard suspends search for missing crew in Alaska amid heavy snow, 60-mph winds
Coast Guard teams in Alaska suspended their search for at least five people 24 hours after a fishing ship overturned on Sunday.
Coast Guard teams in Alaska suspended their search for at least five people 24 hours after a fishing ship overturned on Sunday.
Famous Alaska volcano sees seismic unrest after more than 30-year slumber
Several small earthquakes have been detected around Mt. Spurr this past week, prompting the Alaska Volcano Observatory to raise the volcano's alert level to "yellow" from the base green.
Several small earthquakes have been detected around Mt. Spurr this past week, prompting the Alaska Volcano Observatory to raise the volcano's alert level to "yellow" from the base green.
Fat Bear Week starts a day late after bear kills rival on live webcam
Fat Bear Week is back, but the annual contest that celebrates brown bears and their healthy appetites was delayed after a bear killed another bear on a live webcam.
Fat Bear Week is back, but the annual contest that celebrates brown bears and their healthy appetites was delayed after a bear killed another bear on a live webcam.
Alaska reports 3 fatal plane crashes in 3 days, killing 7; NTSB investigates
The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating three separate plane crashes in Alaska that occurred over a three-day period.
The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating three separate plane crashes in Alaska that occurred over a three-day period.
Watch as orphaned baby walrus in Alaska receives lifesaving care
An orphaned female walrus calf, discovered abandoned and in critical condition in Utqiagvik, Alaska, has been receiving rehabilitative care at the Alaska SeaLife Center in Seward.
An orphaned female walrus calf, discovered abandoned and in critical condition in Utqiagvik, Alaska, has been receiving rehabilitative care at the Alaska SeaLife Center in Seward.