Ranked-choice voting that has rocked Alaska politics faces November tests across the nation
Alaska’s new electoral system has been a model for voters frustrated by political polarization and a sense that they lack real choice at the ballot box.
Pipeline proposed to power Donlin mine could have impacts from Y-K Delta to Cook Inlet
If it’s built, Donlin would be one of the largest open-pit gold mines in the world, powered by a gas pipeline stretching to Cook Inlet.
Forecasters predict another sweltering summer. Are we ready?
Scientists say 2024 will likely bring another hotter-than-normal summer and, with it, the potential for more climate-driven disasters.
Brent Sass to retire from sled dog racing months after sex assault allegations
The Iditarod had banned its 2022 champion from this year's race following accusations that he sexually assaulted multiple women.
Denali National Park contractor says American flag was removed from vehicle after road-noise complaint
Federal Highway Administration officials say they relayed the complaint to Granite Construction, which removed the flag from the vehicle on May 16.
Alaska health officials point to wastewater sampling as useful disease-tracking tool
Wastewater testing is helpful in keeping track of COVID-19 and other contagious diseases, and state health officials hope to expand it.
2 climbers stranded for days in snow cave near Denali summit
The climbers, who have awaited aid since Tuesday, signaled rescue crews from a snow cave late Wednesday that their transmitter was dying.
Organization awards home in Fairbanks to combat-wounded Army veteran
A gifted residence has allowed a soldier wounded in Afghanistan to realize his family's dream of living in Alaska.
Former President Trump is found guilty in historic New York criminal case
Former President Donald Trump has been found guilty of falsifying business records to influence the outcome of the 2016 election.
A Homer needle exchange offers safer supplies for rural Alaskans and a bridge to recovery
Alaska’s geography means many people in rural areas have trouble getting clean syringes.
Alaska Gov. Dunleavy, Sen. Sullivan say Trump conviction was politically motivated
A New York jury handed down the historic verdict Thursday afternoon, the first time a former president has been convicted of a crime.
Surprise moves ahead of Saturday deadline scramble races for Alaska Legislature
Among the shakeups: Rep. Tom McKay is dropping his bid for reelection and running for Senate instead. And Sen. Click Bishop and Rep. Dan Oritz are calling it quits.
Juneau’s hospital is bleeding cash. City leaders are considering cutting services to stop it.
“We’re left with very stark choices about how we want to move forward,” said Max Mertz, the hospital board’s finance committee chair.
Alaska legislative races take shape approaching filing deadline, with some big surprises
There are some big names among Alaska lawmakers who say they're bowing out, while some others are running unopposed.
1 climber rescued, 1 dead after days stranded near Denali’s summit
The two climbers had waited for rescue in a snow cave after an extended summit push left they hypothermic and exhausted.
Anchorage stretch of sub-60 degree days was third longest
But National Weather Service climate researcher Brian Brettschneider says it has not been cold, at least historically speaking.
Suzanne LaFrance prepares to take over as Anchorage mayor
“It’s still sinking in,” LaFrance said. She takes office July 1 as the city's first elected female mayor.
ACLU says Department of Corrections is illegally limiting access to attorneys in Alaska
The group says staff at Hiland Mountain Correctional Center is reading inmates' letters to and from their attorneys, among other allegations.
Permanent Fund bosses vote to defy Alaska Legislature, keep Anchorage office
One dissenting member of the board of trustees warned that the vote could cause "a fight" with the Legislature.
Park Service says Denali National Park employee relayed flag complaint without authorization
According to the National Park Service, a visitor initially complained about the noise from the flag flapping in the breeze.