Sitka, AK

Former Homer resident, Peter (Richard) Lindsley Thielke died April 25, 2026 in Ojai, CA following a year-long battle with bile duct cancer. Peter was born January 17, 1948 in Sitka, AK, and lived in Homer for over 20 years between the late 1970’s and late 1990’s.

Officials said in a statement that research staff were capturing and collaring brown bears at Redoubt Lake when the drowning occurred.

In this newscast: Sealaska Heritage Institute's artist residency program expanded to Sitka this year with a New Mexico-based artist; A fungal outbreak is spreading among spruce trees in the Tongass National Forest this summer; A candlelight vigil for the loss of two 16-year-olds who died in Juneau earlier this week brought together more than 150 mourners Tuesday; The Juneau School District and community organizations are offering additional support and resources following the death of two teena

The PHS Cross Country team had their first meet of the season this past weekend in Sitka, culminating in a strong outing. The girls team didn't have their full roster as they were missing a couple of other runners. Despite this, all four girls that competed in the meet finished in the top 25. Junior runner Cadence Flint finished 2nd, Zia Hulebak finished 12th, freshman Arya Holmgrain...