Two Kenai dog walkers plead guilty in Alaska federal court to disrupting fur trapper
The two had challenged a federal citation issued last year but abandoned their challenge shortly before it would have gone…
Justice
admin Former Bethel judge’s apparent resignation as top public defender remains unconfirmed
Top statewide public defender Terrence Haas apparently resigned last week amid allegations related to an ongoing criminal case he presided…
Alaska appeals court dismisses noncitizen voting case against Whittier woman
Prosecutors could seek a reindictment, but the decision also sets a high bar for future noncitizen voting prosecutions in Alaska.
Immigration activity is taking a toll on children’s health, doctors say
Many healthcare providers report that since January 2025, they’ve seen a surge in missed pediatric appointments, delayed preventive care, and…
Final Journey: Carlisle begins its ninth repatriation of students who never made it home
Disinterments are set to begin Tuesday, Sept. 1 at the former Carlisle Indian Industrial School, of the first of 12…
Legislative immunity clause protects Alaska ethics investigations, state Supreme Court says
Alaska's high court upheld the dismissal of a lawsuit brought by former state Sen. Lora Reinbold against the legislative ethics…
Feds and 22 states sue Amazon, alleging deceptive advertising scheme
The Federal Trade Commission and attorneys general from 22 states sued Amazon, claiming the online retail company used artificial bids…
Feds suspend permit for road construction through Alaska wildlife refuge, amid legal questions
The state still plans to build the first 2.8 miles of a road to run through the Izembek refuge; critics…
Alaska Supreme Court affirms state’s election ballot measure language, with one change
The Alaska Supreme Court issued a fast-tracked ruling on Thursday, affirming a lower court’s decision that the Alaska Division of…
Environmental groups take steps to sue to compel new protections for gray whales
Hundreds of gray whales have turned up dead in recent years from Mexico to Alaska, and the population dropped by…