Murkowski says she’ll vote no on Blanche, but his confirmation remains on track
Sen. Lisa Murkowski cited a string of objections to President Trump’s nominee for attorney general. Hours later, another key GOP senator said he’ll vote yes.
Trump administration threatens deep cuts to program that funds air travel in rural Alaska
Last year, Congress rejected a proposal to reduce the Essential Air Service budget by over 50%.
Division of Elections keeps 1,900 Alaskans on ‘inactive noncitizen’ list, awaiting verification
The state has restored about 20% of the 3,058 voters it struck from the list. Roughly 3% said they weren’t citizens and requested to cancel their registration.
Alaska superintendents drill down on education policy with some gubernatorial candidates
Six of Alaska’s 17 gubernatorial candidates appeared in Juneau for a debate hosted by the Alaska Superintendents Association.
A Juneau construction company could pay $350K for Clean Water Act violations
According to a proposed settlement, Duran Construction Company could also have to clean up the damage at its expense.
The Anchorage Weekender: An air show, First Friday art and 7 more local events
The city has a full plate this weekend, and Alaska Public Media hosts a trivia event on Monday.
University of Alaska to eliminate out-of-state tuition for 2027 academic year
In a special meeting Tuesday, the UA Board of Regents unanimously approved making in-state tuition available for all students, at all degree levels.
Why Democrat Jonathan Kreiss-Tomkins thinks he can win the Alaska governor’s race
Alaska Public Media is interviewing the top candidates for governor ahead of the August primary. Hear or read our full interview with Jonathan Kreiss-Tomkins here.
Eyes on Alaska’s Murkowski as confirmation vote nears for Trump attorney general pick
Sen. Lisa Murkowski’s vote could be pivotal to Todd Blanche’s future. She’s not saying how she’ll vote.
North Pole woman sentenced to 21 years for fatal 2022 overdose
Alaska District Court Judge Aaron Peterson handed down the sentence to 39-year-old Samantha Pearson Wednesday. She was accused of selling the drugs that led to the death of 32-year-old Adam…