Juneau plans to clear its largest homeless encampment ahead of first snow
The City and Borough of Juneau gave notice earlier this week for people camping on Teal Street that they need to vacate the area by Friday morning.
Fairbanks mother speaks on her 2-month detainment by ICE
Atcharee Buntow said she’s happy to be back, but she’s afraid of what will happen next.
Alaska has a higher share of veterans than any other state
Veterans are most concentrated in Anchorage, the Matanuska-Susitna Borough and Fairbanks.
Alaska extends disaster declaration for west coast storms
The original disaster declaration signed on Oct. 9 was set to expire on Sunday.
Anchorage state Sen. Matt Claman is second Democrat in Alaska governor’s race
Claman cites experience working across the aisle on a variety of issues. Claman and former state Sen. Tom Begich are the only Democrats in a large field.
Here’s how to observe Veterans Day in Juneau
Multiple events recognizing veterans are happening in the Capital City.
Officials, advocates say date rape drugging difficult to confirm, but an ongoing issue in Alaska
Advocates urge the public to be aware of the danger, seek medical care if needed and to intervene on predatory behavior.
Alaska Division of Elections begins reviewing petition to repeal election reform law
If voters approve the measure in 2026, all three components of the 2020 ballot measure would be repealed.
Senators take first step toward reopening the government after historic shutdown
The Senate voted late Sunday evening on a compromise that could reopen the government following the longest shutdown in history.
Alaska Supreme Court orders disgraced former federal judge Kindred disbarred
The 67-page order published Friday includes information about former U.S. District Court Judge Joshua Kindred’s inappropriate relationships with two federal prosecutors.
University of Alaska Board of Regents approves 4% tuition increase for next academic year
The board unanimously approved Student Regent Fernando Escobar’s proposed higher tuition.
SNAP uncertainty drives up demand at Juneau food pantries even as limited relief arrives
The delay in SNAP benefit payments has driven Juneau residents to worry that their next meal isn’t guaranteed, and local organizations are stepping up their efforts to fill the gaps.
Alaska commercial fishing jobs have fallen to a record low, report says
New data shows the industry has lost more than a third of harvesting jobs over the past decade.
Sullivan votes to block Senate measure intended to preempt American bombing of Venezuela
Murkowski was one of two Republicans in favor of taking up the issue, saying she’s not convinced by the Trump administration’s justifications.
Alaska’s public schools serve as emergency shelters. Those buildings are also in crisis
Across hundreds of Alaska communities, public schools are often the safest buildings where people can take shelter during disasters. After decades of state neglect, however, some have become emergencies themselves.
Anchorage International, Sea-Tac among 40 airports forced to cut flights due to government shutdown
Officials at Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport say they’re working to minimize impacts to passengers and cargo operations.
Juneau leaders begin to grapple with budget shortfall following election tax cuts
Assembly members agreed on Wednesday to absorb this year’s $6.4 million revenue shortfall using interest earnings from last fiscal year. They opted against implementing any broad service reductions — for now.
Alaska’s furloughed feds take on ‘lemonade’ projects amid stress and uncertainty
Despite fear of retribution, some are speaking out. “I might as well go down swinging,” one says.
Federal agency designates Alaska’s Donlin gold mine for fast-track permitting
Donlin Gold says the FAST-41 designation will not accelerate the mine’s timeline nor allow it to skip required steps. Environmental and tribal groups have raised concerns.
Haines and Skagway collect donations for people displaced by Typhoon Halong
The Dahl Memorial Clinic and Chilkoot Indian Association are gathering supplies and food from community members, which will be shipped to Anchorage.