Pinto abalones are valued for their meat — and more. They were traditionally used for trade, and their shells are used in artwork.
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State OKs public funds for private education to support, but not replace, Alaska public education
Deputy attorney general says opinion seeks balance that supports correspondence schools without supplanting public schools.
Alaska sues Interior Department over contaminated ANCSA lands
The suit asks a judge to issue an order compelling the department to conduct surveys and draft plans for cleanup.
Alaska will formally recognize Native tribes, likely negating planned ballot measure
An official in the governor’s office confirmed that Dunleavy will sign the tribal recognition bill.
Weeks from restarting, schools across Alaska are struggling to find teachers
District, state solutions face hurdles with little time to spare.
Almost 1 in 5 Alaska state jobs is vacant as agencies struggle to hire, retain employees
The vacancies are slowing services, canceling ferries and could strain the Alaska Permanent Fund.
Alaskans can now dial 988 to reach mental health crisis hotline
Support is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to individuals of all ages.
Alaskapox a subject of scientific intrigue while world copes with more dangerous monkeypox
Like other diseases caused by Orthopoxvirus strains, Alaskapox is found in small mammals, animal populations that can get overlooked.
Facing lawsuits, Alaska lawmakers consider new social media policy
The draft included an ‘everything or nothing’ approach toward public comments.
As Kuskokwim fishing lawsuit grows, lawyers say subsistence could be affected across Alaska
Attorneys from Ahtna Inc. believe state arguments may overturn Katie John precedent.