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Alaska Public Media
“I haven't been happy with, you know, anything that's happened over the last 76 days,” said one protester. Others called on Sen. Sullivan and Rep. Begich to "stand up."
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The House failed to pass a supermajority vote that unlocks a key state savings account. -
A bill substantially increasing education funding clears a hurdle in the state Senate. Also, critics debate the transparency of the University of Alaska's decision to scrub diversity-related language. -
Skagway has seen its population drop by over 2% on average per year, the largest decrease regionwide. -
At an oversight hearing, Sen. Murkowski highlighted programs that fund tutoring, language initiatives and post-secondary education opportunities for Native students. -
Regents' February decision to scrub mentions of diversity, equity and inclusion is legal, but critics say the sudden move raises questions about transparency.
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Monday's quake near Egegik was the area's strongest in over a decade. Scientists say it was likely caused by normal fault movement, but are monitoring volcanic activity. -
President Trump's sweeping tariffs on imported goods are expected to raise prices and slow growth in the U.S., while pushing many other countries into recession. -
Mount Spurr's recent elevation to advisory status has Southcentral Alaska businesses shifting into preparation mode. -
Not everybody's happy about the change, which ends decades of unfettered access to the Capitol. But some lawmakers say it's overdue. -
A school principal pleads with state lawmakers to increase base student funding. Also, lawmakers approve a new screening policy at the state capitol.
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