The ACLU Alaska is suing the Alaska Department of Corrections on behalf of a man who said he was forcibly medicated with powerful psychotropic medication for most of the past seven years.

The recommendations are not binding but offer the legislature a guide to what laws Alaska would need to offer care if medicines become legal federally.

Typically, insurance covers just one prosthetic or orthotic device for those who need them. But that leaves many without a device for athletics or bathing.

The bill would require schools to provide unbiased information on communication for deaf and hearing-impaired students and support the family’s choice, but experts say it misses kids under 4.

Phil Zimmerman says the state neglected its duty to protect his son, Josh, who died in prison.

High school students Josie Ungott and Janissa Noongwook set out to learn from their teacher how drumming and dance has changed over the years in their village, Gambell, on Saint Lawrence Island.

The rate of Alaskans dying from drug overdoses declined by 5% in 2024 compared to the year before. That’s a welcome reduction after the state saw its highest number of overdose deaths on record in 2023.

The organization claims the Office of Children’s Services has failed to provide funds for food and basics to older youth placed in shelters and dormitories.

Emergency responders will offer people medication to help them make it through a critical window when overdose survivors are at high risk of dying.

D spent a decade recovering from an addiction that started when he fell off a ladder, got injured and was prescribed opioid pain pills.

From cozy caves to social connections, experts share affordable ways to boost your mood and energy during Alaska’s long, dark winter.

Experts say there are several things families can do to protect their infants including having a sober caregiver and a safe sleep space.