Group pushes for expanded trail system for safer city

To many, Anchorage’s expansive trail system is one of the city’s best attributes. But recent homicides and other crimes have tarnished its reputation, leading some to steer clear of the trails altogether. Now, one group is trying to make the paths safer by including smaller “social” trails in the larger system.
“The more people that use these trails, the less criminal activity you see overall,” said Christina Grande, who is leading the effort to expand the tra