Three lawsuits take aim at a Trump administration-approved land trade that would allow for a road through designated wilderness in Izembek National Wildlife Refuge.
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New lawsuit seeks to block revived bear-culling program in Western Alaska
The new Mulchatna predator control program, aimed at boosting caribou numbers, has the same flaw that caused judges to overturn the earlier program, plaintiffs claim.
Alaska extends disaster declaration for west coast storms
The original disaster declaration signed on Oct. 9 was set to expire on Sunday.
Officials, advocates say date rape drugging difficult to confirm, but an ongoing issue in Alaska
Advocates urge the public to be aware of the danger, seek medical care if needed and to intervene on predatory behavior.
Alaska Division of Elections begins reviewing petition to repeal election reform law
If voters approve the measure in 2026, all three components of the 2020 ballot measure would be repealed.
Sullivan votes to block Senate measure intended to preempt American bombing of Venezuela
Murkowski was one of two Republicans in favor of taking up the issue, saying she’s not convinced by the Trump administration’s justifications.