Public Safety
Fire Caused by Electrical Heater in Nome Apartment
An electrical fire on Wednesday caused no injuries but did some significant damage to the apartment units at 603 Seppala Drive in Nome.
Read MoreLegislator Seeks to “Rewrite” Alaska’s Consent Law, Speed Up Rape Kit Testing
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.
Read MoreEmmonak Man Found Dead In His Home After Alleged Assault
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.
Read MoreAlaska Criminal Justice System Continues to Disproportionately Affect Marginalized Populations
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.
Read MoreWhite Mountain Search and Rescue Successful, But Travelers Beware
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.
Read MoreTech Support Scams Increasing in Alaska, Says FBI
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.
Read MoreNome Jury Rules Elim Elder’s Death Did Not Involve Foul Play
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.
Read MoreMagistrate Ivanoff Receives Nora Guinn Award for Her Service in Unalakleet
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.
Read MoreNome Public Safety Commission Still Unable to Review Certain Police Policies
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.
Read MoreMulti-Agency Officers Seize Meth En-Route to Nome, Second Bust in Two Weeks
Law enforcement officers seized over $64,000 worth of methamphetamine and marijuana bud from a Nome man at the Ted Stevens Airport on Monday.
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