News at 6 - July 17, 2026

It's Friday night. Here are the top stories making headlines in Alaska. Matt Schultz, a significant Democratic frontrunner vying to replace Rep. Nick Begich, is backing out of the House race citing Republicans interference in the race and a lack of campaign support.   Day two of the World Eskimo-Indian Olympics brought record-breaking history to Fairbanks, as a Juneau athlete ended a 45-year-old world record in the greased pole walk.