Eric Stone
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Alaska Public Media
The Alaska Legislature’s quest to pass a viable state budget before the end of the legislative session in mid-May isn’t getting any easier.
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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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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.
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