Although there’s no decision yet, a panel of judges expressed sympathy for the coastal communities that could be hurt by the order.
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Tongass National Forest exits years-long insect outbreak with a ‘bad haircut’
Insect infestations began tearing through Southeast Alaska years ago, leaving behind scores of balding trees and annoyed hikers.
9th Circuit to hear oral arguments on Southeast king salmon troll fishery lawsuit
Federal judges will hear oral arguments Thursday in an appeal of a ruling that threatened to halt the Southeast troll fishery for king salmon.
Petersburg develops tiny home designs in hopes of easing housing market
The Borough of Petersburg has developed detailed, pre-permitted blueprints that are available to residents free of charge.
Crew swims ashore after crab boat sinks in Duncan Canal
A spokesperson for the U.S. Coast Guard reported that the two people aboard the 22-foot Mangy Otter survived the sinking unharmed.
A petition to put king salmon on the endangered species list is raising alarm across Alaska
The petition from a Washington-based conservancy group is just the first major step in a longer regulatory process, but many say it could have far-reaching implications.