Alaska attorney general recused himself from legal review of using public funds for private education
Treg Taylor’s wife, Jodi Taylor, is a major proponent of the concept and wrote in mid-May about her plan to seek up to $8,000 in reimbursement from public funding.
Average home sale price in Alaska rose 8.9% in 2021
In Juneau and Anchorage, toward the end of 2021, five homes were sold for every one listed, the report said.
King fishing no longer allowed on Kenai River this month
As of Monday, only 265 large king salmon had passed through the sonar, compared to more than 900 by the same date last year.
Alaska health commissioner announces COVID emergency order will end in July
The end of the order also means the end of extra SNAP benefits for more than 56,000 Alaska households in the state. Those benefits will continue through August.
Assembly investigates Anchorage library management following workplace allegations
Assembly members asked the Bronson administration to answer questions about unfilled staff positions and new rules at the library under its deputy director, Judy Eledge.
Climber dies during Denali summit attempt
A park statement said the cause of death was unknown but was consistent with sudden cardiac arrest.
Unangax̂ soldier honored after decades in an unmarked grave
George Fox is the only known Unangax̂ soldier killed fighting in World War II, or in any war since.
Can public funds be used for private school classes? Education department isn’t sure
‘Any effort to divert public funds to private schools is a blatantly unconstitutional act’ says opponent to the practice.
Iditarod dog found months after disappearing from checkpoint
An Iditarod sled dog was found safe after disappearing from a checkpoint in the race three months ago and covering nearly 150 miles.
Alaska chapter of gun safety group delivers petition to Sen. Murkowski
The group is asking senators to expand background checks for all gun sales, pass a federal "red flag" law and confirm President Biden's nominee to lead the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives.
Wildfire in Katmai National Park grows to 3,500 acres
Officials say lightning likely caused the Contact Creek fire, which is burning in an uninhabited area about 40 miles southeast of King Salmon, on Lake Brooks.
One oil and gas company bids in state sale
Alaska oil and gas company Furie Operating Alaska acquired two leases in Cook Inlet during the most recent state sale last week, totaling just over 5,000 acres. It was the only bidder in that auction.
Homelessness and addressing political divide are among top issues for the 6 candidates vying for new North Anchorage Assembly seat
Ballots went out this week for an election to fill a new 12th seat on the Anchorage Assembly, which would represent Anchorage's downtown as well as some neighboring communities.
Just Answers: Where Alaska US House candidates stand on banning assault weapons
In their own words.
Special Talk of Alaska: Live in Juneau for Celebration 2022
Celebration planners and culture bearers share the significance of coming together once again on a special Juneau edition of Talk of Alaska.
Line One: State program provides work experience for Alaska youth with disabilities
The Division of Vocational Rehabilitation has a robust summer work program helping 200 disabled youths across 17 sites in Alaska. Advocates say this resource is great for youth, their parents and for Alaska employers.
Alaskans are rethinking their driving habits this summer as gas prices tick higher
Alaskans are paying around two dollars more per gallon than this time last year, and there’s no clear end in sight.
White House says COVID vaccination for kids younger than 5 could start in a few weeks
COVID-19 vaccinations for children younger than 5 could start right after the Juneteenth holiday.
Malaspina sold to company that says the ferry will stay in Ketchikan
The first mainline ferry added to the Alaska Marine Highway fleet, the Malaspina has been moored since 2019 due to repair costs.
COVID cases have been rising steadily in Alaska, but is it a surge?
Even epidemiologists are struggling to find the best way to present COVID data over time, state epidemiologist Louisa Castrodale says.