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.
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‘We’re open’: Alaska businesses can operate at full capacity Friday, Dunleavy says
Some communities may decide to loosen restrictions more slowly.
Watch: Gov. Dunleavy provides updates on the state’s COVID-19 response
At 5 p.m., Alaska Gov. Mike Dunleavy will hold his latest COVID-19 news conference. Chief Medical Officer Dr. Anne Zink will be joining him. Watch live here on ktoo.org, or on 360 North TV.
Despite the pandemic, Alaska’s primary and general elections to follow normal voting process
But, the Division of Elections reports difficulty in recruiting election workers.
CBJ Assembly Meeting — May 11, 2020
The City and Borough of Juneau Assembly held a regular meeting on May 11, 2020.
Watch: Dunleavy and health officials discuss Alaska’s preparedness for COVID-19
Joining the briefing was Dr. Alexander Eastman, senior medical officer for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, who will tour Alaska to assess the state’s COVID-19 preparedness.
Watch: Dunleavy to give latest update on the state’s response to COVID-19 pandemic
Dunleavy administration to talk about federal CARES Act funding, reopening the state’s economy and the latest number of COVID-19 cases.
Injunction holds up $8B CARES Act Tribal allocation for Alaska Native corporations
A statement from the Department of Treasury says amounts calculated for Alaska Native regional and village corporations under the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act will be held back while a lawsuit is decided.
Dunleavy administration expands number of people who can gather, reopens bars and pools
Alaska bars will be able to reopen on Friday, and other state businesses will be able to expand the number of customers they have on Friday morning, Gov. Mike Dunleavy announced on Wednesday.
Watch: Dunleavy administration discusses plans for CARES Act funding
Alaska Gov. Mike Dunleavy held his latest COVID-19 news conference on Monday. Members of the governor’s cabinet joined him to discuss how they plan to use CARES Act funds.