In Alaska’s U.S. Senate race, it’s Mary Peltola, two Dan Sullivans and 12 others
Considered a swing state in the U.S. Senate, Alaska is getting a lot of attention from national political parties this…
June 2026
admin In bid for re-election, Alaska U.S. Rep. Nick Begich defends against 14 challengers
Republican Nick Begich III defeated an incumbent two years ago, but now he's the incumbent and facing a broad field…
Alaska’s oldest original lighthouse opens to the public
Alaska’s oldest original lighthouse is located 55 miles north of Juneau and 17 miles south of Haines, and will be…
Seventeen people sign up to run in 2026 Alaska governor race; top four advance in Aug. 18 primary
The field of candidates includes 11 Republicans, three Democrats and three independents. Incumbent Gov. Mike Dunleavy is term-limited.
States face tight timeline as feds unveil new Medicaid work requirement rules
The federal government released new guidance this week on how states should roll out the Medicaid work requirements that will…
First Alaska mule deer harvest follows years of fleeting appearances in the state
Mule deer that have expanded their range into Alaska from Canada present some new risks to moose but also new…
University of Alaska names U.S. Army commander as new UAF chancellor
Officials with the University of Alaska have tapped the commander of the U.S. Army 11th Airborne Division’s Arctic Aviation Command…
Migrants detained at ICE facilities launch hunger strikes to protest conditions
In at least four states, migrants detained in ICE facilities have launched hunger strikes in recent weeks to protest the…
In Kachemak Bay, Kotzebue and beyond, Alaskans are on the lookout for harmful algae blooms
Threats from multiple types of toxin-producing algae and algae-like organisms are rising as does the water temperature.