The departures have raised questions about how AFN has handled internal disputes and the health of the organization, which was formed in 1966 to fight for Native land rights.
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2 men charged with murder in death of Klawock man
Investigators say the two men physically assaulted 80-year-old Lincoln Peratrovich, which resulted in his death.
After the fatal polar bear attack in Wales, a collective approach to healing
Questions still linger about what caused the bear to attack — but more important for Wales is the question of how to move on.
Elizabeth Kudrin remembered as ‘great survivor’ of World War II
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On its own: How local organizations piece together search and rescue operations along Alaska’s Arctic coastline
According to the Arctic Council, all marine traffic increased by 44% through the Northwest Passage between 2013 and 2019. That means more boats, which could mean more rescues.
Kotzebue residents want a say if Arctic traffic brings the military back to town
Subsistence harvest and community cohesion are at the forefront of concerns.