Investigators in Juneau say they received information from whistleblowers regarding alleged crimes that were taking place in a hospital there. The information was enough to compel hospital officials to request an investigation. This led to a senior-level employee's...
Law enforcement authorities in Alaska often receive reports of stolen vehicles, but that does not necessarily mean that every report turns out to be true. When police get such calls, they typically document the information. If a police officer makes a traffic stop and...
The construction industry ranks high on lists that feature the “most dangerous jobs” in America. Certain locations or types of work can increase the risk that Alaska construction workers encounter every day. For instance, work zones located alongside highways are...
If this is your children's first back-to-school season since you finalized your divorce, you can expect to encounter some challenges in the coming school year. Having a solid co-parenting plan in place can help mitigate stress and enable your children to maintain a...
A man traveling to a rural area in Alaska never made it to his destination. An incident recently occurred at an airport that brought his travel plans to a halt. The man was taken into police custody and has since been accused of drug and weapons crimes. Police say...
An incident took place in Alaska earlier this year that has landed a man behind bars as a suspect in another man’s death. Police say they felt compelled to interview the man in question after a woman provided certain information to them regarding injuries the decedent...
In Alaska and elsewhere throughout the country, many workers use heavy machinery and large commercial vehicles in the workplace. Employers are obligated to provide proper training, as well as any available safety equipment to help reduce the chances of on-the-job...
There is a dirt road in Alaska that is home to numerous people whose desire to live “off the grid” led them there. One man, in particular, will now have an opportunity to present a criminal defense after police arrested him in response to a call they recently received...
Rock and roll enthusiasts in Alaska may remember when former TV sitcom star Valerie Bertinelli was married to Van Halen’s lead guitarist Eddie Van Halen. The two divorced, however, and, sadly, the iconic musician died of a stroke in 2020. Since 2011, Bertinelli has...
After pulling an Alaska driver over for suspected drunk driving, law enforcement will do specific things in order to determine whether additional steps are necessary. This includes the administration of field sobriety tests and possibly the administration of a...
