No state Senate or statewide races changed leaders, but Murkowski and Tshibaka are closer.
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Dead bowheads in Beaufort and Chukchi point to increased killer whale presence in Arctic
Numerous studies and Indigenous whalers’ reports are documenting more killer whales spending more time and making more predation attempts in far-north waters.
Long-running dispute over Izembek road to get another review in court-ordered rehearing
The 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals has ordered a rehearing of the issue, a move that could possibly squash the project.
Internal Republican divides complicate leadership of Alaska House and Senate
Senators are already talking about how a coalition majority might be organized.
Republicans lead in majority of Alaska House seats, with potential for more
Ranked choice voting results may add to the Republican lead, with implications for House leadership.
In preliminary results, Democrats appear likely to flip two Alaska Senate seats
If the gains hold, they increase the chances of a coalition majority in the Senate.