Bethel students are going to the polls this week. They’re voting with Sharpies, and there’s only one question on the ballot — it’s up to them to pick the sign that will mark a local playground.
Politics
US House candidates talk fish, energy and bipartisanship in televised debate
During the hour-long debate, Rep. Mary Peltola highlighted work she is already doing in office.
Candidates for Alaska governor spar over abortion, crime, budget in televised debate
Walker and Gara’s attacks centered on Dunleavy’s record of slashing state spending on services and failing to advance a fiscal plan to provide a dependable calculation for the Permanent Fund dividend.
At debate, Dunleavy and opponents paint starkly different pictures of Alaska’s trajectory
The candidates were asked about abortion rights, missing and murdered Indigenous women, and the crash in salmon and crab stocks.
Ukrainians keep a wary eye on US midterm elections, fearing a loss of support
The likelihood that Republicans may win the House has triggered concerns in Ukraine. Last month, most House Republicans voted against a funding package that included billions earmarked for Ukraine.
Peltola trounces Palin and Begich in September fundraising, wins over Don Young loyalists
When Peltola won the special election in August, she was behind Palin and Begich in fundraising.