The state’s Department of Health and Social Services is starting to distribute Narcan kits around Alaska. The nasal spray stops opioid overdoses.
Government
Congressman Don Young pulls punches for road foe
At the U.S. Capitol, Alaska Rep. Don Young is known to berate Democrats and environmentalists who oppose his efforts to get a road for King Cove. Young accuses them of being indifferent to the lives of his constituents, the Alaska Natives who reside in a remote, isolated community.
Meet Mike Conaway, GOP congressman now overseeing House’s Russia probe
The Texas Republican is taking over the investigation as an ethics committee looks into whether Intelligence Committee Chairman Devin Nunes mishandled classified information.
Fate of competing plans to close state budget is uncertain
House Finance looks at income tax, while senators talk about future cuts
Senate Finance budget cut falls short of $300 million goal
The committee’s proposed cut is much deeper than the $32 million cut the House passed.
Recall effort underway for three Haines Assembly members
A group of Haines residents is trying to recall half of the borough assembly, including the two newest members. Resident Don Turner Jr., along with nine other people, signed three requests for recall petitions. They accuse Assembly members Tom Morphet, Heather Lende and Tresham Gregg of misconduct in office.