A 20-year marine highway plan heads to the Alaska Legislature and governor for consideration

The M/V Kennicott sails in the Wrangell Narrows near Petersburg, April 15, 2024. Built in 1998, the Kennicott is one of the youngest ferries in the Alaska Marine Highway System fleet. (Angela Denning/CoastAlaska)Alaska’s long-range ferry plan is …

Alaska Legislature urges congressional delegation to oppose Medicaid cuts

The Alaska Legislature has voted to urge the state’s congressional delegation to oppose cuts to Medicaid, as the state faces a potential annual loss of $194 million in federal spending and tens of thousands more uninsured residents. The House passed Senate …

Appeal seeks to reinstate cancellation of Alaska oil and gas leases

The Gwich’in Steering Committee and other groups are appealing a federal judge’s ruling that cleared the way for the Trump administration to reauthorize fossil fuel development in part of Alaska’s Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. The dozen challengers …

Breaking: ‘YOU’VE LOST US!’ Alaska’s Republican women’s clubs vow to withdraw support from veto overriders

Four prominent Republican women’s organizations in Alaska have announced they are withdrawing support from legislators who vote to override Gov. Mike Dunleavy’s veto of House Bill 57, a bill related to education funding. The announcement was made in a …

Scientists warn of Mega-Tsunami threat looming over Pacific Northwest, Alaska, and Hawaii

Daijiworld Media Network – Washington Washington, May 20: In a chilling revelation, scientists from Virginia Tech have issued a stark warning about a potential mega-tsunami that could devastate the Pacific Northwest, Alaska, and Hawaii in the event of a …

Alaska political groups gather in support of Palestinians

Protesters with the group Anchorage for Palestine gather in front of a gas station in East Anchorage. Photo by Murat Demir. Several political organizations held events in Anchorage last week supporting the pro-Palestinian movement. Anchorage for Palestine …

The Dunleavy Decline: a legacy that’s left Alaska’s students behind

Gov. Mike Dunleavy’s veto of the latest education funding bill, House Bill 57, following his recent veto of House Bill 69, cements the decline of Alaska’s public education system as the hallmark of his administration.  Dunleavy has been notably absent from …

Does Alaska Airlines Allow Name Change On Tickets?

(MENAFN- Market Press Release) May 20, 2025 2:04 am - Alaska Airlines name change fee depends on the ticket type. Learn how to correct names, avoid extra charges, and update booking details easily. Yes, passengers can make mistakes while booking their …

A winter interlude hits northern Alaska

ANCHORAGE, AK (KTUU) - A winter storm warning for heavy snow was issued for the Dalton highway Monday as a winter storm impacts the area. The warning cautions that 7 to 12 inches of snow could hinder travel on the transportation corridor. The warning will …

President of the Alaska Superintendents Association responds to Governor's veto of HB 57