An organization representing public employees is seeking to block the transfer of management over the facility, saying the move violates state labor laws.
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Builders in Anchorage await a mini-boom from earthquake repairs
As the snow melts, a complete picture of the damage from November’s earthquake is emerging. That gives the construction industry a sense of optimism about the building season ahead.
Southcentral residents still have until April 30 to file taxes due to earthquake
Thousands of Alaskans affected by the earthquake that struck Southcentral Alaska last year are eligible for an automatic extension for filing their tax returns.
End of the tusk: 2 plead guilty to stealing, cutting paleontological resource for profit
The tusk, when it was intact, was thought to have been worth between $7,000 and $9,000, though as a paleontological resource, it was considered by some to be priceless.
AG Barr plans visit to rural Alaska
U.S. Attorney General William Barr says he plans to see for himself the hardship crime imposes in rural Alaska.
State-sponsored raffle for public schools generates almost $1M in first year
The state established the program last year, allowing Alaskans to donate a portion of their permanent fund dividends to the raffle. The raffle generated $976,400, and 75% of that — $732,300 — will go to schools.
UA Board of Regents begins process to eliminate UAA education department
The largest point of opposition to UA President Jim Johnsen’s plan came from Juneau-based Regent Dale Anderson, who accused Johnsen of consolidating most of the initial licensure program responsibility to the Fairbanks campus.
Young shoves female reporter on way to Violence Against Women Act vote
Congressman Don Young has apologized for shoving a female reporter at the U.S. Capitol Thursday. He was on his way to vote for the Violence Against Women Act.
VAWA bill would create limited jurisdiction for five Alaska tribes
The Violence Against Women Act renewal bill would allow up to five Alaska tribes territorial jurisdiction in their villages to prosecute domestic abuse and other crimes, whether the accused is a tribal member or not.
UA president recommends closing UAA education program amid accreditation loss
Under the recommendation, Anchorage students would have to take education courses with instructors from the Fairbanks or Southeast campuses, both of which have accredited education departments.