The IRS is increasing the standard deductions for 2023 as inflation intensifies
The Internal Revenue Service is increasing its inflation adjustments for the 2023 tax year after prices for rent, groceries and gas have reached heights not seen in 40 years.
Skagway considers deal with White Pass for dock infrastructure
The deal would allow Skagway early access to the docks to begin redevelopment, but could leave the city on the hook for cleaning up the contaminated harbor and uplands.
Juneau’s city-run homeless camp closed for winter, but the warming shelter isn’t open yet
Juneau's Glory Hall homeless shelter is bracing for an influx of people from the Mill Campground for the homeless, which closed for the season Saturday.
Alaska absentee ballots should have two stamps, but one is OK, officials say
This year’s Alaska general election absentee ballot is weighty enough to need two stamps if mailed — but will still be carried and counted with one.
‘A virtual life sentence’ — Prison reform advocates still hopeful about second-look legislation
There are 30 people incarcerated in Alaska today who were convicted of their crimes as juveniles, some still decades away from a chance at parole.
Alaska News Nightly: Tuesday, October 18, 2022
Anchorage assembly leaders condemn racist testimony at a recent meeting. Also, a campground for people experiencing homelessness in Juneau shuts down. And a dance group from Bethel prepares for their first statewide performance.
Anchorage School District administrators recommend closing 6 elementary schools
Closing all six schools could save the district between $3.5 and 4 million, or around 5% of the district's expected budget deficit.
Kenai Peninsula students raise salmon in the classroom, from egg to fry
The Alaska Department of Fish and Game’s annual “Salmon in the Classroom” program teaches Kenai Peninsula students about salmon biology throughout the school year.
Anchorage Assembly leaders condemn racist testimony about Alaska Natives
Assembly leadership said they wanted to ”speak out against the racist and offensive statements made by the member of the public.”
Administration says Corrections deaths not ‘unusual,’ ACLU says it’s deflecting responsibility
None of the 15 people to die in Alaska Department of Corrections custody in 2022 so far “died as a result of others,” according to Gov. Mike Dunleavy.
In Ukraine, trend lines point to escalation, not an endgame
When Russia invaded Ukraine in February, many predicted a short war. Eight months on, each new twist points toward escalation and the notion this war has a long way to go.
DOT pursues diesel-electric hybrid design for Tustumena replacement
The aging state ferry Tustumena's replacement is likely to be a battery-powered diesel-electric hybrid, as the state leverages federal funds to green up its fleet.
You can run, but you can’t hide: Inflation is busting budgets, and killing joy too
Inflation is hitting Americans hard at home with prices soaring for electricity, groceries, rent, even breakfast. A carton of eggs is 30.5% more expensive than it was last year.
Alaska campaign regulator finds no ongoing illegal coordination by pro-Dunleavy group
Alaska’s political campaign regulator has found no evidence of ongoing coordination between Gov. Mike Dunleavy’s re-election campaign and a third-party group supporting him.
Soldotna man wanted after setting home ablaze and shooting at its residents, troopers say
Ronald Beyering, 62, is wanted on charges of attempted murder, arson and criminal mischief.
Alaska News Nightly: Monday, October 17, 2022
Troopers face criticism over their search of a missing man in Northwest Alaska. Also, for the first time in three years, the Elders and Youth Conference kicks off in person. And Wrangell's cross country team wins the state championship.
Anchorage child psychiatric hospital scrutinized in federal inspectors’ investigation
Advocates for North Star's patients have asked whether the hospitals are meeting their obligation to protect and treat those children, many of them placed there by the state.
Crews trying to reach fatal plane crash near Cordova
Rescue crews were trying Monday to reach a plane that crashed Sunday in mountains near Cordova. The crash left the pilot dead, according to the U.S. Coast Guard.
Alaska campaign regulators hear complaint against multimillion-dollar pro-Dunleavy group
A Friday hearing revealed no new evidence of illegal coordination between a group backing Gov. Mike Dunleavy's reelection and the Dunleavy campaign.
Peltola trounces Palin and Begich in September fundraising, wins over Don Young loyalists
Rep. Mary Peltola raised $2.3 million -- 10 times more than Sarah Palin. Nick Begich III took in $57,000 over the 24-day reporting period.