James Brooks, Alaska Beacon
At U.S. House debate in Kodiak, candidates differ on future of Alaska fisheries
Nick Begich emphasized fighting for the state, Mary Peltola focused on support in Congress and John Howe called himself a "third wheel."
Anchorage legislator submitted resignation to get state job, then reversed course
A possible legal snag has put Rep. Tom McKay’s plans on hold, at least temporarily.
Alaska records show no evidence of widespread noncitizen voting or registration
Donald Trump, as well as in-state Republicans, have falsely claimed that noncitizens are voting in large numbers.
Alaska legislative panel bans large signs in the state Capitol after education protest
Signs will be limited to 11 inches by 17 inches and can’t be attached to posts or sticks, according to a new visitor policy.
Alaska Supreme Court says most business insurance doesn’t cover COVID-19 damages
Alaska was the last state to decide whether common commercial insurer policies would cover harm businesses suffered in the COVID-19 pandemic.
Alaska Federation of Natives will not hold a U.S. House candidate forum
The event is normally a key part of statewide political campaigns but was squeezed out by other priorities, a top organizer said.
Alaska natural gas crunch is increasing demand for a traditional fuel — coal
With cheap gas-fired power now unavailable, the biggest utility in Fairbanks has shelved plans to shut down one of its coal-fired plants.
A three-way race is on to replace five-term House Rep. Dan Ortiz in Ketchikan
In the coastal district — Alaska’s farthest south — the candidates say they want to support education, fishing and energy, but differ on how.
What would a statewide hand-count election look like in Alaska?
As Georgia plans to implement a partial hand count, a small Alaska experiment shows that it could be time-consuming here.
Alaska’s presidential election allows voters to rank up to 8 candidates
Because Alaska’s top-four primary election doesn’t apply to the presidential race, voters will be able to rank all eight options if they choose to do so.
Alaska Supreme Court rejects Democrats’ attempt to remove candidate from U.S. House ballot
Eric Hafner will appear on the ballot alongside Democrat Mary Peltola, Republican Nick Begich and the Alaskan Independence Party’s John Wayne Howe.
Alaska Supreme Court considers legal challenge to imprisoned out-of-state Democrat’s U.S. House run
A lower court dismissed the Alaska Democratic Party's lawsuit on Tuesday, but the party was granted an emergency appeal.
Anchorage judge rules that imprisoned Democrat will remain on Alaska’s U.S. House ballot
The decision, which will be appealed to the Alaska Supreme Court, said Eric Hafner is qualified to run but not to take office.
In Fairbanks, Dibert and LeBon are rematched for state House election
A race in the Golden Heart City may have big consequences and decide who controls the Alaska House of Representatives.
Alaska Gov. Dunleavy vetoes work quota rules for Amazon-like warehouses
House Bill 88 would have kept companies from instituting work quotas that discourage employees from using the bathroom.
Alaska’s primary election turnout is on pace to be third-lowest in 50 years
Historical trends indicate the cause may be a boring ballot and a growing voter roll.
Progressive drops out of West Anchorage state House race, leaving Democrat uncontested
Nick Moe had challenged Democrat Carolyn Hall for the House District 16 seat that was left vacant by Jennie Armstrong.
Why are some Republican candidates quitting Alaska’s general election? Strategy.
With Republican voters reluctant to use ranked choice voting, candidates are seeking to avoid a split in the electorate.
Public records lawsuit seeks video of alleged assault by Alaska state troopers
The state has said that the video of the troopers will not be made public until the end of criminal proceedings — or until a criminal trial.
U.S. Air National Guard reverses staff changes at Alaska National Guard after warnings
About 80 people would have been affected by the changes, and many said they would quit rather than take a pay and benefit cut.