Public Safety

Two men looking at a building that has signs of fire.

An electrical fire on Wednesday caused no injuries but did some significant damage to the apartment units at 603 Seppala Drive in Nome.

Stack of papers and a rape kit supplies on a table.

Rep. Geran Tarr pre-filed House Bill 5 earlier this month which includes rape kit testing reform, further protections for underage victims of sexual abuse, and updates the state’s sexual consent law.

Flood waters recede in Emmonak in July 2013. Photo: Adam DuBrowa, FEMA.

After receiving a report at 3:25am on January 1st, Alaska State Troopers found 39-year-old Brian Agwiak of Emmonak deceased in his residence.

Within Alaska’s criminal justice system, the poor and vulnerable have experienced the greatest impact from the COVID-19 pandemic. KNOM reports on what those in the court system are saying about those affected.

Aerial image of dark blue water, a field of ice chunks, and a small vessel involved in search-and-rescue efforts.

White Mountain Search and Rescue Team successfully rescued an overdue snow machiner outside of White Mountain on Monday, after rough trails left him stranded. Public safety officials warn of poor travel conditions outside of the White Mountain area.

Low angle shot of laptop viewing the keyboard.

This holiday season will likely see more shoppers going online to do their shopping. But as more people go online, the FBI is warning that more scammers are online too.

Thomas Saccheus Sr., who went missing in September of last year, received a presumption of death and a Nome Court jury found that his death was caused by exposure to elements.

The Judge Nora Guinn Award goes to someone making extraordinary efforts to help residents in rural parts of the state access the legal system, particularly Alaska Natives.

Over a year into its existence, the Nome Public Safety Advisory Commission (PSAC) is encountering challenges in fulfilling its duties, as outlined by City ordinance.