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A humpback whale is free after days-long entanglement in Unalaska’s Iliuliuk Bay
The whale swam out of the bay and into the Bering Sea after it was freed Friday morning.
Alaska House prepares to consider budget changes, including money for homeless shelter and ferries
The $12.3 billion spending plan includes funding for Permanent Fund dividend of more than $2,700, but lawmakers expect changes.
Tsunami program that informs Alaskans of the danger is itself at risk
The Tsunami Hazard Mitigation Program has provided Alaska with funds for tsunami inundation mapping, sirens, research and, crucially, public education.
Murkowski insists ‘I’m in the right place,’ despite rift with Trump
The senator on Thursday called Trump flawed “to his core” and indicated he lacks the character to be president.
States beyond Alaska were surprised by COVID education grant requirement, expert says
More than 40 states were initially deemed out of compliance, but Alaska is the only state that has not resolved the dispute.
Bill would require Alaska beverage sellers to post warning signs about alcohol-related cancer risks
The bill’s sponsor says too few people know about the link between alcohol consumption and cancer.
This year, colleges must choose between fast financial aid offers, or accurate ones
Colleges don’t yet trust the FAFSA data the U.S. Education Department is sending them, but there’s pressure to get aid offers out to students as soon as possible.
Garden Talk: It’s time to get your garden — and yourself — ready for the growing season
Master Gardener Ed Buyarski says it’s time to start doing the work that will set you up for success.
Juneau students stage walkout in protest of Dunleavy’s education veto
Many walked to the Alaska State Capitol to demand a response from lawmakers.