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07-19-2025 Vol 2026

Category: Alaska

Trump Administration Announces New Offshore Oil Leasing Plans in Arctic Waters

Trump Administration Announces New Offshore Oil Leasing Plans in Arctic Waters

The Trump administration is set to create a new designated region for offshore oil leasing in Arctic waters off the…
Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy’s Taiwan Trip Highlights Geopolitical Tensions with China

Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy’s Taiwan Trip Highlights Geopolitical Tensions with China

Governor Mike Dunleavy of Alaska recently embarked on a trip to Taiwan to promote the state’s LNG export project, amidst…
Protests in Anchorage Reflect National Discontent with Trump Policies

Protests in Anchorage Reflect National Discontent with Trump Policies

More than 3,000 individuals convened in downtown Anchorage on Saturday to voice their opposition to various federal policies implemented during…
The Journey of Wattie McDonald: From Kilted Iditarod Racer to Husky Haven Founder

The Journey of Wattie McDonald: From Kilted Iditarod Racer to Husky Haven Founder

In a remarkable tale of passion and perseverance, Wattie McDonald, affectionately known as the ‘Tartan Musher,’ has captured the hearts…
Gov. Mike Dunleavy Vetoes School Funding Increase, Frustrating Educators Statewide

Gov. Mike Dunleavy Vetoes School Funding Increase, Frustrating Educators Statewide

Governor Mike Dunleavy’s recent veto of an increase to school funding has reignited frustration among educators across Alaska, who express…
Closure of Joann Fabrics Hit Kenai Peninsula Crafters Hard

Closure of Joann Fabrics Hit Kenai Peninsula Crafters Hard

On a Thursday morning at Soldotna’s Christ Lutheran Church, a small group of quilters gathers in the multipurpose room, stitching…
Exploring the Fight for Environmental Justice in Alaska Native Communities

Exploring the Fight for Environmental Justice in Alaska Native Communities

In 2014, a significant ruling by the United States Supreme Court brought closure to the long-touted Katie John case, affirming…
Concerns Mount Over Ambler Road’s Impact on Caribou and Subsistence Users in Northwest Alaska

Concerns Mount Over Ambler Road’s Impact on Caribou and Subsistence Users in Northwest Alaska

The proposed Ambler Road has garnered significant attention following President Trump’s Jan. 20 executive order titled “Unleashing Alaska’s Extraordinary Resource…
Alaska House Rejects Amendment to Limit Medicaid Coverage for Abortions, Passes Controversial Measure on Gender Dysphoria

Alaska House Rejects Amendment to Limit Medicaid Coverage for Abortions, Passes Controversial Measure on Gender Dysphoria

In a historic move for Alaska, the House of Representatives voted against a budget amendment aimed at restricting Medicaid coverage…
Alaska Governor Emphasizes LNG Partnership with South Korea at Energy Forum

Alaska Governor Emphasizes LNG Partnership with South Korea at Energy Forum

The governor of Alaska signaled the state’s interest in partnering with South Korea on liquefied natural gas development and reaffirmed…
Trump Administration Moves to Reverse Biden-Era Public Lands Rules

Trump Administration Moves to Reverse Biden-Era Public Lands Rules

The Trump administration is taking decisive steps to reverse the Biden-era public lands rules that had significantly limited oil and…
Alaska House Approves $6.2 Billion Budget Amid Projected Deficit

Alaska House Approves $6.2 Billion Budget Amid Projected Deficit

The Alaska House of Representatives approved a $6.2 billion draft state operating budget on Wednesday, paving the way for a…