Scientists are trying to learn how to prevent botulism in seal oil, a main ingredient in many traditional Alaska Native foods.
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Westlake widens lead in District 40 primary
Dean Westlake appears to have beaten Rep. Benjamin Nageak in the Democratic House primary for District 40.
Voters in one village were allowed to cast ballots in both primaries
State Division of Elections Director Josie Bahnke said a state review will examine the statewide results – particularly those in Shungnak.
Threatened by rising seas, an Alaskan village decides to relocate
Rising sea levels have eroded an Inupiat Eskimo village for decades. Now, Shishmaref has voted to move their community. One resident told NPR that it’s a matter of protecting their unique community.
Lab identifies remains of Selawik man missing since 2013
The remains of a Selawik man missing since 2013 have been positively identified. The remains Clifford Greist, 32, were identified by specialists in Texas, Alaska State Troopers said.
Low-turnout primary could lead to five House incumbents losing
Three Republican incumbents and two Democrats who caucused with the Republicans trailed their opponents in a primary that drew only 15 percent of voters