Lex Treinen, Alaska Public Media - Anchorage
Lex Treinen is covering the state Legislature for Alaska Public Media. Reach him at ltreinen@gmail.com.
12 COVID-19 deaths and 756 new cases reported on Friday
Over the past month, an average of at least one person per day had died of COVID.
More COVID-19 cases at Goose Creek as outbreaks climb in Alaska prisons
Three-quarters of Goose Creek Correctional's 1300 inmates have active cases of COVID-19.
8 COVID-19 deaths as Alaska sets daily record 760 new cases
8 Alaskans died and 15 residents were hospitalized with COVID-19, the state health department reported Thursday.
19 more Alaskans hospitalized with COVID-19
The state reported 689 new cases of COVID-19 on Wednesday.
Facility test reveals more than half of Goose Creek inmates have been infected with COVID-19
Testing of the more than 1,300 inmates at the facility that began last week showed that 480 currently have COVID-19, in addition to 193 inmates who are considered to have recovered from the disease.
Goose Creek inmate with COVID-19 dies
It's the second COVID-19 death in the state's corrections system.
Anchorage city manager steps down
Bill Falsey, who ran the city's emergency response to the coronavirus pandemic, will start campaigning for Anchorage mayor.
Alaskans transform backyards for less risky wintertime pandemic socializing
Despite cold temperatures, Alaskans are turning to outdoor gatherings to avoid spreading the coronavirus.
Hospital officials warn of ‘dire’ staffing situation ahead of holiday
Among the concerns: if an outbreak hits the strained elder-care system, hospitals would have to take in more patients.
Goose Creek prison COVID-19 outbreak grows
Nearly 300 inmates have tested positive for COVID-19 as of Tuesday.
Alaska inmate dies with COVID-19; cases still on the rise ahead of the holidays
The number Alaskans diagnosed with the coronavirus grew by almost 1,200 over the weekend and the state reported its first inmate death linked to the virus, as the surge of infection in the state continues.
Anchorage health officials plead for residents’ help in contact tracing
A 31% increase in cases in Anchorage over the last week combined with the noncooperation of some residents has significantly reduced the percentage of people contact tracers are able to reach.
Anchorage opens pop-up COVID-19 testing sites, encourages everyone to get tested
The city is setting up pop up testing sites over the next several weeks.
Alaska prison outbreaks continue to grow
The Goose Creek Correctional Center now has 204 cases, all of which are active, according to a spokesperson for the Department of Corrections.
Alaska’s elite nordic skiers face tough decisions on European World Cup
Some racers think the risks of racing at the sports highest level aren't worth the uncertainty of racing, or the risks of spreading - or catching - COVID-19.
Hospitalizations rise, as nearly 1,400 infections reported over the weekend
It's the second-highest daily COVID-19 tally so far during the pandemic. Saturday's count was the highest.
Utqiagvik passes unique punishment for violators of COVID rules
Rule breakers are required to produce a public service announcement about how to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
State reports 4 COVID-19 deaths Wednesday
It's the second straight day of multiple COVID-19 deaths.
New outbreak reported at Anchorage Pioneer Home
A new outbreak of COVID-19 has hit the Anchorage Pioneer Home, infecting 10 of its residents and four staff members.
JBER declares Public Health Emergency, announces new restrictions
Masks will be required in public in almost all cases and gatherings are limited to two family groups. Fines for violators could be as high as $1000 and prison time could be up to a year.