Alaska Native Government & Policy

The review comes after a former fiancée of Peterson made accusations of abuse on social media in late July.

U.S. District Court Judge James Robart has ruled in favor of a tribal casino in Birchwood. The judge dismissed the lawsuit filed by neighboring property owners to shut down the casino, which the Eklutna Tribe opened in February.

The lineal descendants of Huna Totem’s original shareholders can now enroll and receive their own shares in the corporation. 

Some legislators say they want to hear from affected school districts before passing the bill that would fund a pilot program for tribally-run public schools.

The Central Council of the Tlingit and Haida Indian Tribes of Alaska now has a direct agreement with the federal government to receive reimbursements for child welfare services.

It’s not yet clear how widespread the cancellations are across Alaska – or the country more broadly.