State, federal and tribal groups partner with Juneau to prepare for annual glacial outburst flood
Officials and residents in Alaska’s capital city are preparing for what has become an annual summer glacial outburst flooding event…
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admin Alaska lawmaker violated ethics law using official letterhead to condemn news story
A legislative ethics committee found that Homer Republican Rep. Sarah Vance violated Alaska ethics law when she used official legislative…
Urban Alaska’s high costs of living driven by health care and groceries
Juneau is the costliest of the state’s three major cities, and all are among the top 25 of U.S. metro…
Many gas pipeline construction jobs will go to non-Alaskans, 2020 study indicates
Lawmakers are considering labor issues as part of a tax-break bill under discussion in the Alaska Legislature.
States will shape America’s future as nation confronts a pivotal choice
The United States’ foundations are undergoing a significant stress test, experts say, raising questions about whether a radical reconception of…
As Trump buyouts shake offshore wind industry, states hope developers stay in the game
President Donald Trump has shown the immense power of the executive branch to stymie offshore wind development.
Corporate income tax change remains key sticking point for Alaska gas pipeline bill
Alaska legislators say they will resume public discussions next week, with a vote possible on July 16, ahead of a…
Data center critics flood Alaska land managers with opposition to North Slope project
Opposition is pouring in against a large data center and power plant proposed for Alaska’s North Slope, as Gov. Mike…
NOAA eyes potential changes to Alaska sea lion protections as Trump urges boosted seafood harvests
Recommendations stemming from a Trump directive include a new look at fishing limits aimed at safeguarding endangered Steller sea lions.
Democrats, Republicans alike focus on states’ rights as a way out of America’s political woes
Democrats are seizing the mantle of states’ rights to oppose the agenda of President Donald Trump, who has sought to…