Tugs towing Shell drill vessel to Dutch Harbor
A Royal Dutch Shell PLC drilling barge that ran aground New Year’s Eve is on the move from near Kodiak Island in Alaska to Dutch Harbor.
Murkowski, Begich split on Hagel nomination
Alaska’s U.S. senators split on the confirmation of Chuck Hagel as the country’s new defense secretary.
Tension over proposed amendment to governor’s crime bill
Alaska lawmakers are debating whether volunteers should be subject to criminal penalties if they fail to report suspected child abuse.
Herron expresses frustration over amendment debate
Rep. Bob Herron took to the House floor to call for a full vetting of a proposed constitutional amendment that could have a big impact on Alaska’s education system.
Scientists seek to slow boats to spare whales
Some scientists are calling for boat traffic to slow down after a spate of collisions between vessels and endangered humpback whales in Hawaii waters.
3 things to watch for in the Alaska Legislature this week
The Alaska Legislature will hit its halfway point this week, and an abortion bill, school vouchers and budget closeouts are among the highlights this week.
Senate bill to raise value thresholds for theft
One senator is trying to update the values included in Alaska’s property crimes statute for the first time since 1979.
Stoltze tries to lower capital budget expectations
A co-chair of the House Finance Committee says he’s working to lower expectations on the capital budget.
Bill Cosby headlines fair entertainment
Comedian Bill Cosby is among the featured performers signed up for concerts at this year’s Alaska State Fair.
Children’s Services seeks armed guard service
State officials are soliciting proposals for armed security guards at the Anchorage regional office of Children’s Services.
