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Pandemic restrictions fuel recall efforts on fall ballots across the country
Across the country, dozens of recall campaigns are underway, many led by people who oppose any COVID-19-related rules.
Alaska Railroad board rescinds employee COVID vaccine mandate
Nearly 53% of the railroad’s 692 employees are vaccinated.
Alaska legislative special session trudges on with little action
The Alaska Legislature is in special session but it’s quiet at the Capitol, where many legislative offices have been dark, floor sessions in some cases have lasted seconds and little progress has been made toward resolving the state’s fiscal issues.
State drops open container citation against Anchorage legislator
An open container citation issued to an Alaska state lawmaker has been dismissed because the trooper who issued the citation is no longer in state employment after being accused of sexual abuse of a minor.
Alabama man charged in Jan. 6 insurrection denied release in Alaska
A judge alleged Christian Matthew Manley was “leading the charge” during the Jan. 6 insurrection at the U.S. Capitol.
Alaska museums condemn antisemitic vandalism in Anchorage
“History reveals that malicious acts increase during uncertain times, and they flourish when encouraged or ignored by people in leadership positions,” says the director of Museums Alaska. “We will not ignore this spiteful act and we will work with the Alaska Jewish Museum to combat bigotry and prejudice in all its forms.”
Eielson to receive Air Force’s first nuclear microreactor
The microreactor will be commercially owned and licensed by the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory commission.
Anchorage legislator cited for open beer that a fellow state senator says was his
Republican Sen. Josh Revak plans to challenge the $220 ticket, which was issued in August, the Anchorage Daily News reported. Sen. Scott Kawasaki, a Fairbanks Democrat, said the beer was his.
Young urges COVID vaccination in new ads
Ads featuring Rep. Don Young are being paid for by the Conquer COVID Coalition. The coalition, which includes businesses and health care and Alaska Native organizations, seeks to educate people on steps to guard against COVID-19.
Murkowski reports bringing in nearly $1.1M in last quarter
JUNEAU, Alaska (AP) — Alaska U.S. Sen. Lisa Murkowski reported bringing in nearly $1.1 million during the last fundraising quarter, though the Republican has yet to formally announce any re-election plans.
Alaska Federation of Natives annual meeting will be online
The federation decided to go all-virtual out of concern for the safety of the thousands of people from across the state who normally attend in person, the statement said.
Credit unions in Alaska, Washington intend to merge
SPOKANE, Wash. (AP) — Two credit unions, one based in Washington state and one in Alaska, said Thursday they are seeking regulatory approval of their intent to merge.
Two Alaska GOP senators test positive for COVID-19
Two Alaska state senators have tested positive for COVID-19 and a third was not feeling well and awaiting test results, Senate President Peter Micciche said Tuesday.
COVID-19 outbreak at Kenai prison leaves one man dead
About 187 inmates at the Wildwood Correctional Center have tested positive for COVID-19.
Magnitude 6.9 earthquake strikes off Alaska coast
The Alaska Earthquake Center said the quake was an aftershock of a 8.2 earthquake from late July.
Young’s office says it helped evacuate Alaska Native corporation employees from Afghanistan
U.S. Rep. Don Young’s office said the Alaska Republican helped evacuate from Afghanistan employees of an Alaska Native corporation but provided few details on the effort and did not immediately respond to questions seeking further details.
Anchorage schools see increase in fights, behavioral issues
The bad behavior has included a fight at a high school that prompted a large police response, along with a TikTok challenge where students caused thousands of dollars in damage to school bathrooms.
Alaska Air to require COVID-19 vaccine for employees
Alaska Air Group has told its 22,000 employees they will be required to get a COVID-19 vaccination.
White House steps up work on what to do about thawing Arctic
The White House said Friday it is reactivating the Arctic Executive Steering Committee, which coordinates domestic regulations and works with other Arctic nations. It also is adding six new members to the U.S. Arctic Research Commission, including two Indigenous Alaskans.
Alaska emphasizes state employee telework amid virus worries
Alaska plans to emphasize telework for state employees for the next month as the COVID-19 pandemic strains Alaska’s health care system.