Ambler Metals, the company behind the proposed open pit copper and zinc mine, has touted local benefits from the project ranging from construction and mining jobs to new infrastructure and even lower fuel prices.
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A new model could help predict rusting rivers, researchers say
The phenomenon known as “rusting rivers” happens when once-clear streams release highly acidic and metal-laden water, which pose a direct threat to fish and vegetation. It’s happening throughout Alaska’s Brooks Range.
Advocates push for drastic measures, as the Western Arctic Caribou Herd drops to a new low
The latest estimate for the Western Arctic Caribou Herd is 121,000, a steep drop from 2023. The last time the herd’s numbers were this low, Jimmy Carter was president — almost 50 years ago.
Northwest Arctic continues recovery efforts 3 weeks after major flooding
After assessing the damage in multiple communities, officials said the region is moving quickly to make repairs as winter sets in.
Kotzebue issues mandatory evacuation order ahead of flooding from coastal storm
Water could rise as much as 10 feet above the high tide line, according to the National Weather Service.
Ambler Road project remains in limbo after Army Corps of Engineers waited months to revoke permits
The Pentagon did not give the Army Corps of Engineers a directive to revoke the road’s permitting until five days before President Donald Trump’s inauguration.