Kathryn “Katy” Giorgio’s arrest came less than a week after Forrest Wolfe, a Republican and aide to Gov. Mike Dunleavy, was also arrested for driving under the influence.
Government
Alaska GOP governor candidate Click Bishop picks Iñupiaq leader Greta Schuerch as running mate
Bishop is one of 18 candidates for Alaska governor. Incumbent Alaska Gov. Mike Dunleavy, a Republican, is constitutionally prevented from serving a third consecutive term.
Third shutdown of fiscal year has ‘severe’ impacts for Coast Guard
Coast Guard Base Kodiak is still humming along, more than 50 days into a partial federal government shutdown. But contrary to what’s seen from the outside looking in, it’s not quite business as usual.
Alaska Senate leaders still aiming for $1,000 dividend despite high oil prices
Sen. Bert Stedman, a Sitka Republican, said he’d rather direct additional revenue toward long-deferred maintenance and upgrades for state facilities.
Juneau Assembly approves opening winter warming shelter year-round
The aim is to address Juneau’s current lack of shelter space and housing units and reduce the number of unhoused people camping outside in the summer.
House committee OKs $3,800 dividend that would spend half of state savings
Nome Democratic Rep. Neal Foster voted with Republicans to insert the $3,800 PFD as Alaskans face high costs. Independent Rep. Calvin Schrage says it gives Alaskans “false hope.”