The Alaska House of Representatives passed a budget amendment Wednesday intended to cut Medicaid funding for abortions. Courts have ruled against previous attempts by the Legislature to eliminate public funding for abortion services.

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Wildlife tracking workshop to come to Juneau: ‘Every track tells a story’
This summer, Discovery Southeast will partner with some veteran trackers to lead a certification course aimed at adults.
Alaska’s top doctor on living with COVID in the post-restriction era
KTOO’s Claire Stremple checked in with Alaska Chief Medical Officer Dr. Anne Zink to talk about this moment of living with COVID while many are ready to move on.
Construction continues on new behavioral health center as patient visits climb in Juneau
Bartlett Regional Hospital officials say there are about 50 people waiting for care after an initial assessment.
Public can weigh in on updates to Mendenhall Glacier Recreation Area
The Forest Service will accept public comment until April 18.
State fines Juneau’s Bartlett Hospital for COVID safety violations after whistleblower report
Hospital staff tipped off the state, leading investigators to find the city-owned hospital’s health and safety program inadequate. They issued more than a dozen citations.





