Politics

Alaska Leaders Urged to Speak with One Voice on Natural Gas Pipeline

Mixed signals from state officials could jeopardize investment and federal support for the Alaska LNG project.

Alaska Senate Passes Bill Allowing Physician Assistants to Practice Independently

The bill would remove the state's current requirement that all physician assistants work under a formal collaborative agreement with physicians.

Alaska's Pension Problem Driving Away Workforce

Lack of retirement stability for public sector workers hurts recruitment and retention in the state.

Opinion: Alaska's Congressional Delegation Remains Silent on Masked ICE Enforcement

As federal operations stall and uncertainty spreads, the absence of visible leadership from Sen. Dan Sullivan and Rep. Nick Begich has become part of the crisis itself.

Teenager from deported Soldotna family moved to Tacoma ICE custody

The 18-year-old's mother and two younger brothers were deported to Mexico, while he remains detained in Washington state

ICE Detains Mother and Children, Including 5-Year-Old, in Soldotna

Lawyer says family has no criminal record and was taken into custody despite having a U.S. citizen spouse.

Court Dismisses CPB Lawsuit Against FEMA Over NGWS Funding

After CPB announced plans to wind down operations, the lawsuit over $38 million in public safety upgrade funds fizzled out.

Supreme Court Justice Gorsuch Criticizes Congress on Tariffs

Conservative justice calls on lawmakers to fulfill their constitutional duties

Sen. Sullivan defends approach to Trump administration during address to Alaska Legislature

Alaska Republican U.S. Sen. Dan Sullivan extols Trump's leadership while also criticizing some of his policies.

US Military Assets Shift from Korea to Middle East

Patriot missile systems and other equipment depart Osan Air Base, raising concerns about regional security

Alaskan Calls for Constitutional Accountability and Compassion in War

Letter to the editor raises concerns over civilian casualties and lack of congressional oversight in military actions involving Iran and Gaza.

Letter Suggests Sending Navy Hospital Ships to Alaska, Not Greenland

Writer questions whether remote Alaskan villages could benefit more from U.S. medical resources than Greenland.

Letter Warns of Potential End to Free Elections

Alaskan resident expresses concern over federal control of state elections.

Sign Up for Anchorage Municipal Election Updates from Daily News

The April 7 election will decide Anchorage Assembly and School Board seats, as well as ballot proposals.

Anchorage Republican self-funds governor's race campaign

Early campaign finance records show doctor and wife have contributed nearly $1.3 million to his bid.