What we know about how the U.S. government uses spyware (and what we don’t)
Critics of spyware, which can be used to remotely hack into phones, worry the Trump administration is eroding policies that stigmatized the commercial spyware industry.
Pipeline-for-pension deal falls apart as the Alaska Legislature’s regular session nears end
Alaska Gov. Mike Dunleavy vetoed a bill that would have restored public pensions after the failure of a deal negotiated with House leaders.
Anchorage police: no evidence of crime in Shaktoolik teen Kelly Hunt’s death
As their investigation nears its completion, Anchorage police say 19-year-old Kelly Hunt died of hypothermia and exposure, with no evidence of foul play. Still, advocates are raising questions about how…
Alaska Legislature considers bill mandating paid leave for many new parents, starting in 2030
House Bill 193 would also adjust the state’s unemployment payments for inflation and end sick leave for many workers.
National Park Service proposes more cars and tour buses in Denali National Park
The Interior Department is taking public comment on a proposal that would allow up to 160 vehicles per day on a restricted section of the Denali Park Road during the…
Alaska House weighs negotiated compromise cutting taxes for Alaska LNG project
Lawmakers are considering whether to insert the tax relief legislation as an amendment to what had been, until Monday, a three-sentence bill.
Wasilla museum welcomes 40-ton whale carcass to bring in visitors
The newly rebranded Museum of Alaska opens its summer season this week.
Alaska House votes to immediately eliminate sick leave for many workers in the state
The change, attached to a bill giving paid leave for new parents, would roll back a 2024 ballot measure approved by 58% of participating voters.
Lawmakers land on $1,200 payout, as they negotiate AKLNG bill
On Sunday, legislative leaders said they were negotiating with the governor’s office and other stakeholders on a bill that would provide a large property tax cut for the Alaska LNG…
Montana tribes combine traditional knowledge and Western science in climate plan
The Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes are moving forward with their climate plan despite the loss of state support and federal funding.