Posts by Colin O'Connor
Ahead of the 2020 General Election, Here’s What Voters in Western Alaska Need to Know
The general election on Tuesday, November 3rd is ten days away. Western Alaskans have a few options to cast their vote this year.
Read MoreState and Regional Organizations Weigh in on Domestic Violence in Alaska
The Alaska Network on Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault cites that out of every 100 adult women in the state, 50 experience intimate partner violence, sexual assault, or both.
Read MoreLaw Enforcement Seizes Alcohol and Drugs Bound for Dry Village
State Troopers and the Anchorage Airport Interdiction Team seized alcohol and marijuana at Nome airport on October 7th from three suspects.
Read MoreNome Police Officer Enters Burning Building to Rescue Woman
“You know, no one wants to go running into a burning building… What makes someone want to go in there and save somebody? Well that could be answered by Officer Martino.” – Nome Police Chief Mike Heintzelman
Read MorePolice Finish Investigation Into June Stabbing, Incident Awaits Nome D.A.’s Decision
It has been over three months since Benjamin Milton’s death. No arrests have been made, no charges have been filed, and the district attorney’s office says they are still evaluating the case.
Read MoreSuspects Arrested & Others At-Large for Seasonal Cabin Break-ins, Potential Arson
Alaska State Troopers and the Nome Police Department have seen their fair share of cabin crime for the month of September. Multiple incidents of break-ins, burglaries, and vandalism have been reported in the Norton Sound region.
Read MoreState Change in Reporting Mandate Offers Faster Response in Child Abuse Cases
Alaska’s Mandatory Child Abuse Reporting Statue took effect at the beginning of this month [Sept. 1st]. Kawerak’s mandated reporter says this is a positive adjustment, but more should be done to protect abused children.
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