Karen Bronga Remembered for Trail Advocacy | Anchorage News

Karen Bronga Remembered for Trail Advocacy | Anchorage News

Anchorage Assembly member Karen Bronga, a trailblazer known for her bold independence and fierce advocacy for public access to Chugach State Park trails, tragically died in a head-on collision on the Sterling Highway. Elected in 2023, she wasn’t afraid to challenge the status quo — a trait admired by colleagues like former Assembly Chair Christopher Constant. Bronga’s legacy is defined not just by her policy work, but by her unwavering principles and warm, authentic spirit, remembered fondly by friends and colleagues from her high school days onward. Two others in the crash were hospitalized, but no arrests have been made. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/0efee64988a46e4e

Alaska LNG Deal in Limbo | Anchorage News

Alaska’s third special legislative session kicks off with high stakes: a massive LNG project and a potential multibillion-dollar tax cut hang in the balance. With only a few lawmakers in attendance and no clear bill yet, the governor’s next move is crucial. Disagreements over expanding the corporate income tax have stalled progress, with the Senate pushing for it and the House resisting. The $55 billion pipeline, vital for Alaska’s energy future and export potential, faces looming natural gas shortages. With elections looming and no deal in sight, all eyes are on the governor to rally the fractured legislature — or risk losing this year’s chance to move forward. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/bb211cf2d4569c22

Body of Bryn Waite Found Near La Jolla | Anchorage News

A 26-year-old former collegiate soccer player from Anchorage, Alaska, Bryn Waite, was found deceased near La Jolla Shores Beach in San Diego. Her body was discovered floating offshore Wednesday morning and brought to shore by lifeguards. She was pronounced dead shortly after 9:30 AM. Authorities are investigating the cause of death, with postmortem exams pending. Details remain unclear as the investigation continues and the family has been notified. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/5408af6e02111ab6

Help Alaska’s Native Bees Thrive | Anchorage News

Alaska’s buzzing with over 100 native bee species, from giant bumblebees to tiny ground-dwellers, all vital for pollinating wildflowers and berries that feed wildlife and our food. With climate shifts bringing new plants, your backyard choices matter. Plant seasonal blooms like willows, fireweed, and asters—even small patches help. Go native for best results, but common flowers like chives and sunflowers work too. Group them together to make feeding easier. Most Alaskan bees nest in soil or hollow stems, so leave some bare patches and avoid over-mulching or tilling. Skip pesticides—they’re deadly to bees and flowers. If you must use them, follow labels strictly and never spray when bees are active. Healthy soil and diversity often eliminate the need for chemicals. Get involved: join the Alaska Bee Atlas to track bee populations or simply snap photos of bees you spot—your help paints a clearer picture of Alaska’s vital pollinators. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/3067fe4bbc36f24d

Anchorage Extends Short-Term Rental Deadline | Anchorage News

Anchorage just gave short-term rental owners a 30-day grace period to register their properties—no fines until October 1st—after hosts said they were overwhelmed by summer demand. The city’s new rule, which requires displaying a unique registration number, aims to boost compliance without shutting down listings. Over 2,200 rentals have already signed up, with hundreds more joining daily, as officials estimate 2,000 to 2,500 active rentals in town. While some council members thought the original deadline was fair, the extension helps hosts navigate the quick process during peak travel season. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/7d638dfb226cdf92