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Fleeing the 49th state: Alaska’s population declines again
The exodus continues.
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Hello? Cellphones banned on Senate floor
Sen. John Coghill said Tuesday evening he is considering a revision of a ban of cellphone usage on…
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Tensions rise in discombobulated Alaska House
Until a majority is formed, the House will be at a standstill.
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Alaska receives almost 10 times more unemployment filings since shutdown began
There have been almost 10 times more unemployment filings from federal workers in Alaska than normal since the…
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Micciche files bill addressing ‘Schneider Loopholes’
Monday, Sen. Peter Micciche (R-Soldotna) filed SB 12 in an effort to eliminate “Schneider Loopholes” in state criminal…
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Alaska court upholds Republican recount win in House race
The result of the House District 1 race in Fairbanks was challenged.
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Warmer temperatures could cost Alaska up to $700 million
The effects of climate change could be costly.
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Anchorage rep pre-files bill on contraceptive access
On Monday, Rep. Matt Claman, D-Anchorage, filed House Bill 21, which aims to provide greater access to reproductive…
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Alaska begins issuing licenses compliant with REAL ID
Residents will need to get a new one by October 2020.
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Dunleavy’s promises on dividend, crime will be watched
JUNEAU — Mike Dunleavy is heading into his first legislative session as Alaska’s governor, faced with trying to…
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State minimum wage rose 5 cents on Jan. 1
Starting Jan. 1, 2019, Alaska’s minimum wage will be raised by 5 cents, from $9.84 to $9.89.
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Control board approves rules for onsite marijuana use
JUNEAU — Alaska regulators last Thursday approved rules for onsite consumption of marijuana at specially designated shops, a…