The group behind the repeal effort fell hundreds of signatures short.
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Witnesses say petitions to repeal Alaska’s election system were mishandled
Witnesses testified that they saw irregularities in how repeal sponsors collected signatures last year. Most said they saw petition booklets left unattended.
Combat veterans find solace in weeklong canoe journey to Juneau for Celebration
Eight veterans participated during the first canoe journey in 2016. This year, there were 28.
Justice Department says Alaska is discriminating against voters with disabilities
The federal agency sent the state a letter alleging multiple violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act over the past four years, at polling places and on the elections website.
Bill Thomas to drop out of race for House District 3
Thomas’ opponent, incumbent Democrat Andi Story, will join the two other unopposed Juneau candidates, Sen. Jesse Keihl and Rep Sara Hannan.
Juneau’s mayor is running for reelection
She says her husband’s death in April gave her doubts, but she thinks he would want her to run.