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Advocates seize AFN convention as opportunity to rally the Native vote
The campaign to boost Alaska Native turnout was in high gear at the annual gathering of the Alaska Federation of Natives.
Data centers face growing opposition Outside. Gov. Mike Dunleavy wants them in Alaska.
The Republican governor says Alaska has in excess what the data industry is finding increasingly scarce Outside: land and water.
Murkowski says she hopes Peltola is reelected to Congress
Sen. Lisa Murkowski endorsed Mary Peltola two years ago, when Peltola was running for her first full-term as Alaska’s sole member of Congress.
Analyzing Debate for the State: U.S. House | Alaska Insight
How did incumbent U.S. House Democrat Mary Peltola and Republican challenger Nick Begich make their case across three debates in one week?
Sen. Sullivan spotlights efforts to preserve subsistence in remarks to 2024 AFN convention
Sullivan highlighted bills that would clarify that Alaska Native artists can use walrus ivory and bird feathers and a task force looking into salmon stock collapses.
Campaign ads from outside group falsely claim Peltola vote harmed Alaskans’ PFDs
Rep. Peltola’s vote took place as state lawmakers were setting the amount of this year’s PFD and had no impact on debates within the state Capitol.
AI-generated images have become a new form of propaganda this election season
This election cycle, AI-generated images have proliferated on social media platforms after politically charged news events. They often spread partisan narratives rather than facts.
Begich’s ‘Ponzi scheme’ comment on Social Security was taken out of context, recording shows
The congressional candidate's criticism was with the way Social Security is funded, not the benefits the program pays.
Early voting is underway. The deadline to request a mail ballot is Oct. 26. Here’s what else to know about voting.
Election Day, Nov. 5, is approaching fast. Here are some key dates, deadlines and how-tos on registering, voting and tracking results.
Could Alaska be pivotal in a presidential victory? Not likely, but a poll has politicos talking
Political types say it's unlikely, but not impossible, for Alaska's three electoral college votes to be a factor in the presidential election.
Final Juneau election results show mayor reelected, Ship Free Saturdays fail
This year’s election yielded one of the highest voter turnouts of the last decade.
This year’s Alaska absentee ballots require two stamps, but USPS will still deliver them if you forget
The extra-long ballots are a result of the ranked choice presidential election. USPS says it'll still deliver them with insufficient postage.
Nenana set to hold new municipal election
Local law allows the town of 417, which held its election Oct. 1, to hold a new one if voters have legitimate complaints about it.
The city of Palmer has a new interim manager
He will hold the job until a new permanent manager is hired.
State argues court should dismiss climate lawsuit from eight young Alaskans
The lawsuit filed by the nonprofit Our Children’s Trust is the latest effort by young Alaskans to establish a right to a livable climate.
Engaging voters in underserved communities | Talk of Alaska
What does it take to boost voter turnout across the state, especially in communities where people aren’t as likely to vote?
Separation deal limits what Palmer officials can tell former manager’s future employers
The agreement is similar to one now-former Palmer City Manager Stephen Jellie had with a previous employer.
Alaska Capitol may begin screening all visitors in 2025, according to draft security proposal
Alaska's state Capitol is one of a few in the country to remain open to the public without a security screen required.
For Alaska’s leading U.S. House candidates, a grueling travel week that was — and wasn’t — unusual
Nick Begich and Rep. Mary Peltola saw three debates in three days, spanning more than 1,000 miles on the campaign trail.
Peltola, Begich face off in amiable Debate for the State
The candidates for U.S. House offered differing views on abortion and presidential elections while showcasing a difference in personal style.
Watch our 2024 Debate for the State: U.S. House
Catch up on debates with Alaska's candidates for U.S. Senate, U.S. House and governor.
Ad check: Does Alaska’s congresswoman vote with President Biden 80% of the time?
Yes, if you look at last year and only at the votes the president announced a position on. Most Democrats align more closely.
That ad claiming Begich ‘sold phony medical devices’? Here’s the backstory.
U.S. Rep. Mary Peltola is running an attack ad on her Republican opponent, disparaging how he made his personal wealth.
Anchorage Assembly considers ballot proposition that would introduce a 3% sales tax
If approved, supporters estimate it would generate about $180 million in annual revenue for the city.
Former Democratic legislator narrowly wins Fairbanks Borough mayoral race
Grier Hopkins defeated fellow former state lawmaker John Coghill by just 154 votes in the high-turnout election.
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