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Protesters greet damaged Shell icebreaker as it arrives in Oregon for repairs

Environmental activists in Portland are protesting the arrival of the Fennica, a vessel that Royal Dutch Shell PLC plans to use in its Arctic offshore drilling project after it's repaired.

Probe prompted by funds paid to mayor’s family for purchases

Cakes, crafts and airfare are among the purchases paid for by the North Slope Borough that involved Mayor Charlotte Brower's family.

Team begins new measurement of North America’s tallest peak

Climbers have collected new data from North America's tallest mountain to more accurately determine the height of its highest point.

Senate’s ex-spokeswoman will plead guilty to assault, DUI

The Alaska Senate's former chief spokeswoman is expected to serve at least two months in jail after reaching a plea deal with prosecutors.

Walker travels to Pentagon to make case for Alaska troops

Alaska Gov. Bill Walker is in Washington, D.C., making the case with the military for restoring proposed personnel cuts. Download Audio

Trial Begins For Wrangell Doc Accused of Distributing Porn

A Wrangell doctor is standing trial this week on child pornography charges.

Senators seek hearing on Walker’s Medicaid expansion plans

The chairman of the Legislative Budget and Audit Committee says he'll take under advisement requests to hold a hearing on Gov. Bill Walker's proposal to accept federal funds for Medicaid expansion.

Bankrupt oil company wants payments back

The city of Homer is filing a response to a request from an oil company seeking the return of thousands of dollars in previous payments to businesses.

Fairbanks attorney found in contempt of court

A Fairbanks attorney has been held in contempt of court for comments he made to Superior Court Judge Douglas Blankenship during a June 10 hearing.

Former state Sen. French applies for Anchorage judgeship

Former state Sen. Hollis French is among the 14 applicants seeking to replace retiring Judge Michael Spaan on the Anchorage Superior Court.

Consultant hired to help recommend Medicaid reforms

The state health department has hired a consultant to help recommend next steps as the administration plans to implement Medicaid expansion and looks to make further changes to the existing Medicaid program.

Judge sides with Jewell in dispute over exploration plan

A federal judge has sided with Interior Secretary Sally Jewell over whether Jewell must approval exploration plans meeting certain requirements for the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge.

Government attorneys seek dismissal in Guard records case

The U.S. attorney's office is seeking dismissal of a lawsuit by four National Guard members alleging that investigative and other records pertaining to them were improperly leaked to reporters and state officials. Download Audio

University of Alaska Fairbanks removes Mississippi flag

The University of Alaska Fairbanks has removed a Mississippi flag from a 5-state display, citing the ongoing national discussion about Confederate imagery. Download Audio

Trapper Creek man dies when plane strikes tree

Alaska State Troopers say a Trapper Creek man died after his plane struck a tree while flying over his daughter's wedding reception. Download Audio

Boy drowns in Ninilchik Harbor

A 4-year-old boy fell Wednesday into Ninilchik Harbor and drowned.

Plane lands safely in Seattle after engine catches fire

A Delta Air Lines flight heading from Anchorage, Alaska, to Atlanta had to make an emergency stop at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport after one of its engines caught fire.

Rep. Tammie Wilson to run for Fairbanks borough mayor

Rep. Tammie Wilson has filed a letter of intent with the Alaska Public Offices Commission to run for mayor of the Fairbanks North Star Borough.

North Slope Mayor Investigated for Corruption

The North Slope Borough Assembly has voted to investigate allegations of ethics violations made against Mayor Charlotte Brower. Download Audio:

Murkowski brings in nearly $1.1M in latest quarter

U.S. Sen. Lisa Murkowski brought in nearly $1.1 million toward her re-election bid during the latest fundraising period.