Murkowski is co-sponsoring an amendment that would ban the Pentagon from transferring certain surplus military weapons to police departments.
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Alaska Native vets from the Vietnam era may lay claim to Alaska land
Congress has approved a new Native allotment filing period for veterans who served during the Vietnam War era
Anchorage bids to become headquarters for revamped Space Command
A decision is expected as early as 2021 and would bring 1,400 military and civilian personnel to Anchorage.
From Kotzebue to Ketchikan, Alaskans protest the killing of George Floyd, calling for justice
While Alaska’s rallies and protests have remained peaceful some Alaskans have reported instances of intimidation, backlash, or resistance. More demonstrations are planned for this weekend.
30-bed field hospital arrives in Bristol Bay Borough, courtesy of Samaritan’s Purse
The Bristol Bay borough is the epicenter of fish processing during the short sockeye fishery, and its population grows exponentially as seafood workers and fishermen come to the region.
Alaska National Guard calls up members for state coronavirus response
The Alaska National Guard is mobilizing to assist with the state’s coronavirus response, putting dozens of volunteer Guard members on active duty.