Thinking of the barren, frigid interior of Alaska can send a chill down your spine — not just from the cold temperatures there, but from the tall tales of strange happenings many brush off as good ...

Michael Jackson’s iconic 1982 album “Thriller” is one of the greatest albums of all time. Having remained on the Billboard 200 chart for more than 600 nonconsecutive weeks, it is still widely listened ...

Despite these trends, Alaska — especially Anchorage — has continued to see numerous small businesses open. One such business is North Cup Espresso. The Northern Light interviewed North Cup Espresso ...

Originally titled “UFO Abduction,” “The McPherson Tape” is presented as intimate home video footage of a quiet evening with the Van Heese family that spirals into an uncanny experience. The film — ...

Recently, UAA Parking & Transportation increased the cost of parking permits for the 2025-2026 school year. This increase was met with quite a bit of backlash from students and faculty.

Due to the vandalism, guests — UAA residents and nonresidents — are no longer allowed in West Hall until the end of the semester. The hall kitchen, elevator and lounges are also closed to residents, ...

The Seawolves defeated St. Martin’s University 3-0 on Sept. 27. This marks the team’s sixth straight win, leaving it 13-1 overall and 4-0 in the GNAC during Faculty and Staff Appreciation Night. Lee ...

Planning for emergency situations is important for any organization’s preparedness. In the U.S., this means readiness for active aggressor situations — including active shooters. The Northern Light ...

Winter can be a tough time in Alaska. It’s cold and dark, and there is not much to do. Finding a way to stay active — even if it’s a small amount — can help with the tedium of the winter months. One ...

Recent releases in The Legend of Zelda series, “Breath of the Wild” and “Tears of the Kingdom,” are praised for their open-world exploration. This is largely due to the series featuring primarily ...

Alaska is facing a sexual and reproductive health crisis. The state currently leads the nation in gonorrhea cases, ranks third for chlamydia, and holds the 11th highest rate of syphilis per capita.