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The judge who tossed mask mandate misunderstood public health law, legal experts say
When U.S. District Judge Kathryn Kimball Mizelle tossed out the federal government’s transportation mask mandate on Monday, she relied in part on her interpretation of the term “sanitation.”

Omicron wave hit Alaska this week, state health leaders say
State Chief Medical Officer Dr. Anne Zink said there has been a significant increase in cases over the past 24 hours.

Alaska Airlines will reduce flights due to omicron staffing shortage
Alaska Airlines will reduce flights by 10% through the end of January due to omicron-related staffing challenges, the company said in a statement Thursday.
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