A group of researchers and emergency management experts hiked into the area to assess the risk Thursday morning.
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Indian affairs promised to reform tribal jails. NPR found death, neglect and disrepair
A 2004 federal investigation found widespread deaths, inmate abuse, attempted suicides, inhumane conditions and other issues in many of the more than 70 detention centers scattered throughout the U.S., including in Arizona, New Mexico, Montana, Wisconsin and Mississippi. Seventeen years later, myriad problems remain.
What causes the northern lights? Scientists finally know for sure
Physicists have long speculated about what gives rise to this very specific light phenomenon that occurs in the Earth’s polar regions.
Soaring lumber prices worsen housing shortage in Y-K Delta
Lumber prices have been soaring across the country as demand for wood during the pandemic outstripped supply.
National Park Service plans Chilkoot Trail upgrades
National Park Service is considering a number of upgrades including a new visitor kiosk, restroom, river overlook, bike racks, benches, interpretive panels, passenger drop-off zone and improved parking.
State sells 8 oil and gas leases in Cook Inlet
This is the first time a company other than Hilcorp Alaska has won leases in a state sale since 2015.





