Can ghost guns be regulated as firearms? The Supreme Court will decide.
The government says ghost guns kits count as a firearm under a 1968 law. But challengers contend “a kit of parts is not a weapon.”
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.
For the second time, Anchorage Assembly rejects paying legal settlement to Bronson’s ousted municipal manager
Amy Demboski sued the city, alleging she was fired in retaliation for bringing up concerns of illegal and unethical activities to former Mayor Bronson.
Many Alaska voters say they want parties to work together. What do they mean?
Politicians in Alaska have a long history of working across party lines. How they talk about that cooperation seems to matter.
Ten Commandments, ‘historical documents’ to be displayed outside Mat-Su Borough Assembly chambers
Borough staff will also research whether to place similar displays in public libraries.
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.
Mayor LaFrance highlights winter shelter plan and snow plowing in proposed budget
The proposed budget is roughly $645 million, about $20 million more than last year’s. LaFrance said it’s about $200,000 under the tax cap.
Hilcorp again eyes Interior Alaska for oil exploration
Oil and gas company Hilcorp appears to be moving toward new oil and gas exploration work in Alaska’s Interior.
Satellite internet shakes up rural Alaska schools amid rising costs
Education is increasingly reliant on the internet. In rural Alaska, who provides internet service to schools is a million-dollar question.
Juneau’s Ship Free Saturdays proposition sinking in preliminary election results
Initial returns also showed incumbent Mayor Beth Weldon leading challenger Angela Rodell, with voters favoring two other propositions.
Who is the real JD Vance? And 4 other takeaways from the vice-presidential debate
Running mates are unlikely to make a major difference in this election, but there were some takeaways from an interesting night.
JD Vance and Tim Walz face off in the last scheduled debate of the election season
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Vice presidential candidates JD Vance and Tim Walz will face off onstage in New York tonight at 5 p.m. AST for what is the last...
Dunleavy declares emergency as erosion threatens Noatak’s drinking water
The erosion that prompted Gov. Mike Dunleavy's action is advancing on the Northwest Alaska community's water lines.
Why some Juneau residents want to ban cruise ships on Saturdays — and what’s at stake
Advocates say growing tourism needs to be reined in, but opponents say the financial and legal implications could hurt the economy.
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.
Congress passes a short-term spending bill. Alaska delegation votes yes.
A group of hard-right House Republicans voted no.
In Valdez, a community feels the pinch of the child care shortage
It’s not just that daycare is hard to find. For many people, it’s simply not available.
For the first time, America has an Arctic ambassador, and he’s Alaskan
Michael Sfraga, from Fairbanks, is "probably the most recognized go-to Arctic expert that we have," Sen. Lisa Murkowski says.
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.