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‘Mob rule’: Alaskans at the Capitol watch unrest roiling outside their doors
All three members of Alaska’s Congressional delegation issued statements on social media Wednesday afternoon, saying they were safe and condemning violence.
Congress tallies Electoral College votes after pro-Trump extremists storm US Capitol
Members of Congress are formally counting the Electoral College votes. A group of violent supporters of President Donald Trump breached the U.S. Capitol earlier on Wednesday, clashing with Capitol police and delaying the process.
Arctic Refuge lease sale goes bust, with no bids from major oil companies
One of the Trump administration’s biggest energy initiatives suffered a stunning setback Wednesday, as a decades-long push to drill for oil in Alaska’s Arctic National Wildlife Refuge ended with a lease sale that attracted just three bidders — one of which was the state of Alaska itself.
Alaska’s congressional delegation takes heat from Trump fans as Electoral College count nears
At least 25 Senate Republicans said they won’t challenge the count, so there’s not much question the election results will stand.
Federal judge denies requests to block Arctic refuge oil leasing
It’s a win for the Trump administration, which has pushed to lock in drilling in the refuge in its final weeks, before President-elect Joe Biden takes office and can try to stop it.
Here’s what you need to know about the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge’s first-ever oil lease sale
The sale, scheduled for Wednesday, would be a controversial milestone in a 40-year battle over whether to drill for oil in a part of the refuge called the coastal plain. So, how did we get here after such a long debate? And, what will happen next?
First COVID-19 vaccine clinics for Alaskans 65 and older set for next week
Originally, the state told providers they could start vaccinating seniors later this month. Chief Medical Officer Dr. Anne Zink attributed the change to confusion over eligibility and scheduling.
Governor expands disaster declaration for Southeast Alaska to include relief for individuals
Gov. Mike Dunleavy has expanded the disaster declaration for the severe December storm swept through Southeast Alaska to include relief for individuals whose homes were damaged or destroyed.
Trump supporters caravan through Ketchikan
One participant said the rally celebrated the 61st anniversary of Alaska’s statehood. Another said he hoped to ensure the next national election was more secure. Some said they accepted the results of the 2020 election, others did not.