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Mary Peltola rejects Kamala Harris’ endorsement, tells Lower 48 politicians to steer clear

With Republicans racing to undercut Peltola’s bipartisan appeal in the pivotal race, the Democrat says she doesn’t need Lower 48 help.
Environment

New rule allows dogs on Alaska’s Pribilof Islands for anti-rat duties

Dogs are not allowed as permanent residents, but they can now be enlisted in the ongoing campaign to keep the Pribilof Islands rat-free.
News

An industrial park with data centers could be coming to the Mat-Su. Here’s how to weigh in

A large industrial park and data center development is being proposed north of Houston. The state is taking public comment for one more week. Here’s what’s being proposed—and how you can tell the state what you think.
Arts and Culture

Brewing the Juneau way

How Alaska’s remoteness fueled a brewery’s sustainable innovation.
Arts and Culture

33 local sports teams in Alaska worth cheering for

Watch these 33 local sports teams in Alaska compete in sports like baseball, ice hockey, and roller derby.
Arts and Culture

11 Black-owned businesses in Alaska to support this August (& all year long)

Support these Black-owned businesses in Alaska during National Black Business Month—and all year long.
Opinion

Alaska’s fisheries belong to all Alaskans. This election will help determine their future.

I grew up on the ocean.
Environment

Trump administration ends NOAA support for annual Arctic Report Card

The annual report, issued since 2006, prominently features work of Alaska scientists and conditions in Alaska, including those affecting Indigenous communities.
News

Exclusive: Poll shows independent Bill Hill has a real shot at winning Alaska’s US House seat

Hill has a long way to go with name recognition against GOP Rep. Nick Begich III, but he’s winning over voters.
Education

Sen. Murkowski pushes for release of $41.3M in delayed federal grants for Alaska Native education

The U.S. Department of Education is expected to award $41.3 million in grant funding through the Alaska Native Education Program to 26 Alaska grantees.
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