Category: Alaska
June 21, 2025
Alaska
Severe Summer Storms Disrupt Independence Day Travel Across Major U.S. Airports
A fresh wave of severe weather wreaked havoc on air travel across the United States, leading to over 1,900 flight…
June 20, 2025
Alaska
Record-Breaking July Fourth Travel: Over 5.84 Million Passengers Expected Amidst Rising Costs and Airport Strains
As Americans prepare to celebrate the July Fourth Independence Day holiday, U.S. airlines, including American, Delta, United, Southwest, Alaska, and…
June 20, 2025
Alaska
Revamping Williwaw Lakes Trail: A Community Effort to Enhance Chugach State Park
Hikers and nature lovers heading to Williwaw Lakes in Chugach State Park this summer can expect a vastly improved experience…
June 20, 2025
Alaska
Alaska’s Economic Growth Slowest in the Nation, Warns Department Analysis
Alaska’s economic landscape has shown troubling stagnation over the past decade, with the state’s gross domestic product (GDP) growing at…
June 19, 2025
Alaska
Torrential Storm Causes Celebrity Edge to Drift in Juneau, U.S. Coast Guard Launches Investigation
On June 16, 2025, a severe storm struck the popular cruise port of Juneau, Alaska, bringing powerful winds, heavy rain,…
June 19, 2025
Alaska
Challenges in Southeast Alaskan Economy: Young Families Struggle to Stay
The economy of Southeast Alaska is showing signs of growth, yet serious hurdles remain that threaten this momentum. Young families…
June 19, 2025
Alaska
Alaska’s Education Funding Cuts Threaten Literacy and Libraries
Recent decisions regarding education funding in Alaska have ignited concerns among advocates for children’s education and community welfare. The state’s…
June 19, 2025
Alaska
Governor Dunleavy Vetoes Transparency Bill on Tax Audit Process in Alaska
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (Alaska Beacon) – Governor Mike Dunleavy has exercised his veto power on Senate Bill 183, a measure aimed…
June 18, 2025
Alaska
Mount Veniaminof: The Stealth Volcano Challenging Eruption Predictions
Mount Veniaminof in Alaska, towering at 2,507 meters, is raising alarms among volcanologists due to its unpredictable nature. Known as…
June 18, 2025
Alaska
Federal Report Calls for Enhanced Oversight of Trans-Alaska Pipeline Operations
A recent report from the Government Accountability Office is urging significant updates to the operations of the Joint Pipeline Office,…
June 18, 2025
Alaska
Concerns Rise in Elim, Alaska Over Mining Developments Near Tubutulik River
ELIM, Alaska—Beverly Nakarak sped across the snowy expanse on her snowmachine, her sights set on a beloved fishing spot along…
June 17, 2025
Alaska
Vancouver’s Central Role in North America’s Mining Industry and Its Impact on Alaska
On a January evening, Vancouver, British Columbia, became the focal point for those in the mining industry as it hosted…