This year, the Republican majority can only afford to lose one senator to keep a simple majority. Senate leadership and Alaska’s senators talk through some of their bipartisan goals for the year.
Federal Government
‘Racist’ and ‘shameful’: How other countries are responding to Trump’s slur
The African Union was “frankly alarmed” by President Trump’s comments. Haiti said they were “misguided,” while the U.N. called them “racist.” And around the world, officials are asking for clarity.
A fight over sovereign tribal rights in Canada could be nearing it’s end
Tribal members are waiting for the next move from British Columbia’s provincial government in a long-running battle over sovereign rights.
Trump administration will let states require people to work for Medicaid
Ten states have already asked the administration to add work requirements to the popular health insurance program for low-income people. But many recipients are already working.
Four decisions in three weeks: How Trump is transforming Alaska
Under the Trump administration, the tide is turning on some of Alaska’s biggest environmental battles.
State agencies provide stopgap timber for Southeast industry
The state just sold timber from its Southeast Alaska forest to the region’s largest mill. It’s part of a multi-agency effort to keep the area’s logging industry alive. But some say it’s time to let it go.
Speaker Ryan honors Young, offers tip: ‘swear in,’ not ‘at’
The U.S. House of Representatives honored – nearly roasted – Congressman Don Young Wednesday for becoming the new “dean of the House.”
Vice President Mike Pence to visit missile sites in Alaska in February
Vice President Mike Pence plans to make an Alaska stop in February on his way to attend the 2018 Olympic Winter Games in Pyeongchang, South Korea.
Trump calls for ‘bill of love’ allowing DACA recipients to remain
Trump also said he was open to a larger measure overhauling immigration laws, but that it made most sense to first settle the Obama-era Deferred Action On Childhood Arrivals issue, also known as DACA.
Kodiak fishermen find extra work through halibut research amid stock concern
The Pacific halibut fishery may see a drop in stock over the next few years and the International Pacific Halibut Commission, which regulates the fishery, uses surveys in Kodiak waters to collect data.