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Juneau teams sweep at statewide ocean sciences competition
The Tsunami Bowl is more than a competition. It’s a crash course in all things ocean science.
Anchorage cyclist wins 2023 Iditarod Trail Invitational
The human-powered race follows the path of the famed dog race.
After botched order, a Haines grocer is swimming in milk
The store owner says now would be a good time for customers to make pudding.
An Alaska oil and gas expert thinks the state could make money by not drilling in ANWR
The Alaska Industrial and Development Export Authority is currently the only leaseholder in ANWR.
Maternal deaths in the US spiked in 2021, CDC reports
After years of high rates, the country hit a new high during the pandemic, far exceeding rates in other developed nations. Black women are at especially high risk.
Small businesses affected by Alaska crab crash may be eligible for low-interest federal loans
The loans can be used to cover debts, payroll and other bills that couldn’t be paid because of the recent crashes.
New Alaska salary commission unanimously recommends 67% pay raise for lawmakers
The commission recommended the raise for legislators — alongside a significant pay boost for the governor and his cabinet — shortly after all five members were replaced by the governor.
Tlingit and Haida shows support for bill that would ban discrimination against LGBTQ+ Alaskans
The statement comes amid what advocates feel are escalating attacks on LGBTQ+ rights from Gov. Mike Dunleavy’s administration.
Heavy rains in Juneau cause flood risk, increase avalanche potential
The heaviest rain is expected to let up heading into the weekend, with drier conditions returning on Saturday.