Gov. Mike Dunleavy says anyone who wants to visit the state will have to provide proof of a negative COVID-19 test
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Watch: Gov. Mike Dunleavy to discuss face masks, nursing homes and the hospitality industry during COVID-19 update
State health officials identified 94 new cases of COVID-19 by Tuesday, 92 residents and 2 non-residents.
The abandoned building in Seward where the first Alaska flag flew will come down
The Jesse Lee Home, which has been abandoned since being damaged in the 1964 earthquake, has long been a source of contention in Seward.
Watch: Juneau Assembly hears proposal to require face coverings in public
The Juneau Assembly will hold a virtual special meeting tonight at 5 p.m. before its regularly scheduled finance committee meeting.
Watch: Juneau Assembly holds meeting to discuss fireworks, October election
The meeting agenda includes several public hearings, including an emergency ordinance that would mandate masks for anyone attending Friday’s fireworks display outside their cars.
Three Alaska Native women join Anchorage Public Safety Advisory Commission
The commission examines public safety issues and advises the mayor and city assembly.
Watch: Juneau Assembly holds listening session on policing and racism
The Juneau Assembly will discuss CARES Act appropriations for the community’s COVID-19 recovery and hear community concerns about policing.
Children’s program ‘Molly of Denali’ wins Peabody award
“Molly of Denali” is the first nationally distributed children’s series to feature a lead character who is Native American.
Watch: Dunleavy’s administration to talk about financial assistance for Alaskans struggling with housing costs
Dunleavy and other state officials will give an update on the state’s response to COVID-19 and rental and mortgage assistance.
From Kotzebue to Ketchikan, Alaskans protest the killing of George Floyd, calling for justice
While Alaska’s rallies and protests have remained peaceful some Alaskans have reported instances of intimidation, backlash, or resistance. More demonstrations are planned for this weekend.