The Violence Against Women Act bill goes next to the Senate, where Democratic leaders say they’re eager to pass it.
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‘Don’t let it fester’: Health officials encourage vaccination, vigilance as Petersburg outbreak wanes
Health officials say the virus was brought into Petersburg by travelers and spread through close contact at bars, restaurants, day cares and schools.
Gillnetters will get first shot at record-forecast of Togiak herring
The Alaska Department of Fish & Game projects a biomass of 236,700 tons — the highest forecast since 1993, when the state started to use its current forecasting method.
Gas shortage on St. Paul Island causing days-long detours for crab boats
The remote island of 375 residents has been expecting its fuel barge for more than two months, but it hasn’t arrived.
Kiana’s boys basketball team needed one more for a full squad. An 8th grade girl volunteered.
Eighth grader Fannie Williams played all of both regional tournament games for Kiana’s boys high school team.
House finance committee considers extension of COVID-19 disaster declaration
Supporters say the bill would allow health care providers to continue to offer alternate sites for screening and testing and continue to use telemedicine during the pandemic.
First talks between Biden administration and Chinese diplomats begin in Anchorage
The meeting quickly turned frosty as the two global powers sparred over human rights.
In state budget testimony, more Alaskans favor spending on state programs over cutting
Most offered support for specific state programs like the Alaska Marine Highway System and the community assistance program.
Federal COVID-19 relief dollars are coming to Alaska’s economy. Here’s where the money is going.
Money from the American Rescue Plan will come to Alaskans directly and indirectly.
COVID-19 testing will continue at Alaska Capitol; contract extended through June
Some Republican members repeatedly attempted to open a discussion of whether the council should change the COVID-19 safety policies.