Senators reviewing Gov. Michael Dunleavy’s budget proposal say there’s value in keeping a fund that’s intended to equalize the cost of supplying power to rural Alaska.
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Report: Repealing Medicaid expansion would hurt Y-K Delta residents
The report says if the Medicaid expansion is restricted or repealed, health insurance premiums could rise as a result.
High school students get a close look at state government during a busy week
High school students from across Alaska were at the Capitol this month to see for themselves how state government works. As it turned out, they were there at an especially busy time.
NovaGold stakes company future on Donlin Gold mine after major asset sale
NovaGold is staking a lot on the success of the proposed Donlin Gold mine after selling a big asset last year: the Galore Creek project in British Columbia.
Storms erode Bering Sea ice pack; caution is urged
Winter storms and blustery weather buffeting the Bering Sea this month have reduced sea ice coverage by almost 25% since late January. Sea ice in the Bering Sea is typically solid and stable this time of year, but scientists and communities are observing large areas of open water, and where there is ice, much of it is shifting.
More than 130 Calista shareholder women voice dissent over Donlin mine
More than 130 Calista shareholders signed a letter protesting the proposed Donlin gold mine, and they are all women.