Matt Faubion
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Alaska Public Media
If you follow Mary Peltola on social media, maybe you’ve noticed that the former Alaska congresswoman is talking about more than fish, family and freedom as she runs for U.S. Senate.
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Alaska Marine Lines, Matson and Tote are all increasing their fuel- related surcharges, starting this month. -
Johnny Allen Nashookpuk and Jeffery Mulifai were both housed at Goose Creek Correctional Center in Wasilla and died in late March. They are the first two inmates to die in 2026. -
Meanwhile, administrators insist the center is growing and becoming more community-focused. -
The lawsuit was brought by a national nonprofit that argued children in state custody are at risk of harm because of systemic inadequacies. -
The city joins 27 others nationwide in receiving recognition from the International Mountain Bicycling Association for “exceptional commitment to building, maintaining and celebrating trail systems.” -
A U.S. official said that one crew member had been rescued and U.S. forces continue to search for the second crew member. -
The declaration allows the state to reimburse communities for emergency protective measures, permanent repair projects and getting utilities back online. -
The union and bus company made progress but did not reach a agreement, officials said. -
Sixty-four percent of voting members approved forming the union, and election results now await certification from the Alaska Labor Relations Agency. -
Lawmakers debate whether Alaskans should continue springing forward and falling back for daylight savings.
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