Anchorage Assembly to formalize government-to-government relations with Eklutna tribe
The Municipality of Anchorage voted unanimously Tuesday night to formalize government-to-government relations with the Native Village of Eklutna.
State clarifies testing rules for incoming travelers
Out-of-state travelers will be required to either have a negative test taken within 72 hours of departing for Alaska, or proof that they have results of a test taken within 72 hours that are pending
Peltola votes with GOP to criticize Kamala Harris for border security
Alaska's congresswoman was among 6 Democrats voting for the non-binding measure. Harris isn't in charge of border security.
Alaska lawmakers chop budget for Dunleavy’s ‘statehood defense’
Rep. Andy Josephson, a member of the House Finance Committee, said he had concerns about the effort and "whether some of it is waste."
Biologists describe freeing Unalaska whale from ‘life-threatening entanglement’
After a young humpback whale was found entangled in Iliuliuk Bay, experts carefully cut the line wrapped around its mouth and tail Friday.
For Anchorage’s homeless residents, the path out is precarious and rarely straight
Shelter beds opening up soon are a stepping stone to stability. But a bad choice, a bad actor or bad luck can quickly reverse progress.
Alaska Gov. Dunleavy’s policy adviser who said ‘divorce is worse than rape’ resigns
Jeremy Cubas made $110,000 a year as Gov. Dunleavy’s pro-family policy adviser. On his podcast, Cubas defended Hitler, used racist slurs and said a man raping his wife is "an impossible act.”
Alaska House digs into budget — and a developing gap between expenses and revenue
Financial estimates being compiled Tuesday indicate there may not be enough revenue to cover the Legislature’s draft spending plan.
A Palmer mom lost $3K to scammers. She wants to help you avoid falling for the scheme.
Samantha Norman recently fell victim to a phone scam that police say is becoming increasingly sophisticated.
An update on Alaska’s legislative session
As with many recent sessions, discussions largely center on the state’s finances, while a number of social issues have come up as well.
Dunleavy says he will sue over EPA’s veto of Pebble Mine
Alaska Gov. Mike Dunleavy says he’s going to pursue legal action against the Environmental Protection Agency’s veto of the Pebble Mine.
ANCSA at 50: Who will be included in the next generation of shareholders?
Video: Corporations formed under ANCSA are slowly opening up to new generations of shareholders, allowing younger Alaska Native people to have a voice in shaping the future.
Cooper Landing group takes trapping setback proposals to Board of Game
Winter trapping season is starting up again next month, and a group of Cooper Landing residents that have long wanted to make trails safer for their dogs are still working to create regulations on trapping in recreational areas.
‘What’s the plan?’ Senators say ACA replacement in the works
As a presidential candidate, Donald Trump repeatedly promised to “repeal Obamacare and replace it with something great.” Early this morning the U.S. Senate took an initial step toward repeal. As for the replacement, Alaska’s two senators describe something still in the formative stages. Listen now
Here’s how Alaska is preparing for the Wuhan coronavirus
State epidemiologists are alerting the public and health care workers about what to watch for with the coronavirus.
Alaska school districts got a one-time funding boost. It came too late for many teachers.
Many school boards opted for conservative budgets that included layoffs of teachers before the governor signed the budget this year.
GCI mobile customers in Bethel demand answers after weeks of call issues
The telecom firm says the problem is now fixed. But business owners say they've been hurt by spotty service for incoming calls in April.
Alaska Senate majority strips three Mat-Su Republicans of their leadership positions
The three Republicans -- Mike Shower, Shelley Hughes and Lora Reinbold -- broke from their caucus on a vote last year setting the Permanent Fund dividend amount.
State sends delegation to Emmonak
The State sent a delegation to Emmonak today to assess the economic crisis in the Western Alaskan community. 5 representatives from a diverse array...
Family’s Alaska fishing trip becomes nightmare with 3 dead and search over for 2 more
The tragedy has torn the Tyau family apart: Two sisters and one of their husbands are dead, while the other’s partner and the boat captain remain missing.