The head of the state corporation in charge of a long-planned trans-Alaska natural gas pipeline is once again Alaska’s top-paid public executive. Frank Richards, president… Continue reading
State, facing lawsuit and funding pressures on SNAP backlog, being asked for other forms of help.
The Alaska Senate moved quickly on Monday to take the first formal steps needed to reject some or all of the 12 executive orders Gov.… Continue reading
In his first official visit to the Yukon during five years as Alaska’s governor, Mike Dunleavy signed an agreement that commits more than $31 million… Continue reading
“We’ve closed our eyes and allowed rural Alaska to be seriously victimized,” Cockrell said.
Dunleavy administration considering the possibility, but bond package not yet introduced.
Update of annual Southeast Alaska economic report features other contrasting up-and-down trends
Increasing use of remote hearings, other technology cited as long-term positives for efficiency.
Gov. Mike Dunleavy issued a far-reaching administrative order on Monday that calls for public agencies to stop doing business with companies that support an economic… Continue reading
A sign noting the acceptance of electronic benefit transfer (EBT) cards that are used by state welfare departments to issue benefits is displayed at a… Continue reading
The state of Alaska is planning to send members of its National Guard south to the Mexican border, responding to an order from the federal… Continue reading
In his sixth annual State of the State address, Alaska Gov. Mike Dunleavy promoted development projects, called on state lawmakers to advance his legislative priorities… Continue reading
The Alaska House of Representatives has shown little interest in considering pension bills
It rained and blew Monday on the Capitol steps in Juneau, but dozens of education supporters turned out to rally for a permanent increase to… Continue reading
An average of about 14% of Alaska state jobs are unfilled
Flights carrying commissioners, guests for speech unable to arrive in Juneau in time
The number of legal conflicts between the state of Alaska and America’s federal government has risen significantly over the past decade, according to a review… Continue reading
Governor says he will veto a standalone education funding increase unless other items are included.
Long-debated proposal would replace 401(k)-style system; House leaders raise questions about cost.
Flag hoisted in recent days part of national movement, partly in response to Pride and other flags
