Senator Begich said he does not know how many people fit that qualification in Alaska, but he estimated the number to be in the thousands.
Federal Government
Juneau prepares for federal sequestration
In Juneau, the cuts will affect city and school district operations, as well as services at local nonprofits.
The debate about oil taxes hits US Senate
While oil and gas companies are inching towards a new tax break in Juneau, they’re fighting to maintain their preferential tax treatment in Washington, D.C.
Sequester budget cuts could impact Alaska Native contracts, healthcare
Across-the-board federal budget cuts are coming, half from the Department of Defense budget; the other half to other federal agency budgets. But how will the cuts will affect Alaska Natives?
In First Post-Election Interview, Romney Calls Race A ‘Magnificent’ Experience
It was not the outcome they had hoped for, but in his first interview since losing the presidential election, Mitt Romney said he and his wife are moving on.
Court upholds Endangered Species Act listing for polar bears
The U.S. Court of Appeals in Washington, D.C. has upheld the listing of polar bears as threatened.