The breakdown of Southeast Alaska’s porpoises into separate northern and southern populations contrasts with current management.
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Construction to start on bridge over landslide site in Denali National Park
Full access to the park road is not expected until 2025.
Panel picks five nominees for new chancellor of University of Alaska Southeast
On Monday, the university announced the shortlist of candidates for the job that will open when current chancellor Karen Carey retires at the end of June.
Alaska Gov. Dunleavy appoints two new judges to Anchorage Superior Court
The two new judges will fill seats opened by the impending retirements of Erin Marston and Eric Aarseth.
Alaska’s population rose slightly in 2022, but more people continue to leave than arrive
The number of people moving out of Alaska exceeded the number of people moving into the state for a 10th consecutive year.
Alaska legislators say abortion-related legislation is unlikely to advance in the Capitol this year
A bipartisan supermajority in the Senate, plus close margins in the House, means controversial bills on social issues will face major obstacles.