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Eight young Alaskans sue to block proposed trans-Alaska natural gas pipeline

Environment James Brooks, Alaska Beacon - May 28, 2024

The plaintiffs say the pipeline will contribute to climate change that harms their ability to access fish, wildlife and natural resources.

Biden administration advances bid to list Gulf of Alaska king salmon as endangered or threatened

Environment Nathaniel Herz, Northern Journal - May 28, 2024

Experts say that the conservation group’s request, if granted, could force restrictions not just on salmon fishermen but also on activity that affects river habitat, like road and residential construction.

Judicial Council recommends Alaskans keep all judges, including figure behind correspondence ruling

Education James Brooks, Alaska Beacon - May 28, 2024

Adolf Zeman is only one of 19 judges that will be on the November general election ballot, but he’s received the lion’s share of attention.

Alaska lawmakers approve additional support for addressing missing and murdered Indigenous people

News Claire Stremple, Alaska Beacon - May 22, 2024

Cultural training for law enforcement officers and dedicated MMIP investigators are two updates advocates sought.

Legislators approve updates for state scholarship program

Education Matt Acuña Buxton - May 21, 2024

The Alaska Legislature created the Alaska Performance Scholarship in 2011, a merit-based scholarship for younger Alaskans to pursue higher education.

Gov. Dunleavy examining energy bills passed by Alaska Legislature

Environment Yereth Rosen, Alaska Beacon - May 21, 2024

The governor expressed optimism about a bill on carbon storage and other energy provisions but was pondering next steps on royalty relief bills that failed to pass.

Alaska legislature approves Juneteenth as an official state holiday

News Matt Acuña Buxton - May 20, 2024

“You cannot put a price on celebrating freedom."

Sycophant Sullivan claims Trump’s trial is Stalin-like sham

Commentary Dermot Cole - May 20, 2024

Sen. Dan Sullivan is now claiming that Trump’s trial is “eerily similar to the show trials Stalin launched against his political opponents.”

Legislature passes expanded food stamp eligibility in a move to ease backlog

News Matt Acuña Buxton - May 17, 2024

The fight against hunger in Alaska just got a boost with bipartisan support for SNAP reform.

Effort to restore pensions for teachers, public employees falls short in Legislature

Labor Matt Acuña Buxton - May 15, 2024

While the effort has made significant progress this session, it still faces opposition from Republicans who argue worker-friendly retirement plans are outdated.

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