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Nov 15 2019

Revenue Commissioner Bruce Tangeman answers questions from the press about the governor’s 10-year budget plan on March 21, 2019. He spoke at a press briefing held in the governor’s cabinet room at the State Capitol in Juneau.

Tangeman resigns, saying revenue commissioner should be ‘100% aligned’ with Dunleavy

By Andrew Kitchenman, KTOO and Alaska Public Media | Economy, Politics, Southcentral, Southeast, State Government

Bruce Tangeman, who ran the state’s Department of Revenue, also wrote that any potential new taxes would support what he called an unsustainable budget, as well as permanent fund dividends.

By Andrew Kitchenman, KTOO and Alaska Public Media | November 15, 2019 5:11 pm

Nov 13 2019

Akhiok’s new power system opens the door to renewable energy, and reduces costs

By Kavitha George, KMXT - Kodiak | Alaska's Energy Desk, Energy & Mining, Southcentral

The Kodiak village of Akhiok is replacing its 40-year-old power grid and generator.

By Kavitha George, KMXT - Kodiak | November 13, 2019 4:25 pm

Nov 13 2019

Alaska Gov. Mike Dunleavy speaks at a press conference outside Wasilla Middle School in Wasilla on June 14. The middle school is Dunleavy's suggested venue for a special session of the Alaska Legislature.

Dunleavy statement on school funding draws attention from education advocates

By Andrew Kitchenman, KTOO and Alaska Public Media | Economy, Education, Interior, Politics, Southcentral, State Government

The governor said he views “education as the cornerstone to any society.”

By Andrew Kitchenman, KTOO and Alaska Public Media | November 13, 2019 7:00 am

Nov 12 2019

Anchorage Republicans advance 3 nominees for open Alaska House seat

By Associated Press | Politics, Southcentral, State Government

Jamie Donley, Melvin Gillis and Forrest McDonald are vying for the seat vacated by Republican Josh Revak. He was confirmed to the Senate seat that was held by Republican Chris Birch, who died in August.

By Associated Press | November 12, 2019 2:33 pm

Nov 08 2019

Alaska mariners raise concerns about Coast Guard’s emergency radio outages

By June Leffler, KSTK - Wrangell | Federal Government, Fisheries, Military, Public Safety, Search & Rescue, Southcentral, Southeast, Southwest

The VHF radio outages are affecting Prince William Sound all the way down to Sitka and other Southeast Alaska communities.

By June Leffler, KSTK - Wrangell | November 8, 2019 2:37 pm

Nov 07 2019

Juneau Superior Court Judge Daniel Schally addresses those who attended his installation ceremony March 29, 2019 at the Dimond Courthouse. (Photo by Matt Miller/KTOO)

Judge rules funding schools a year ahead is valid, dealing defeat to Dunleavy

By Andrew Kitchenman, KTOO and Alaska Public Media | Economy, Education, Juneau, Politics, Southcentral, State Government

Juneau Superior Court Judge Daniel Schally ruled that Gov. Mike Dunleavy and the commissioners of education and administration “violated their duty to faithfully execute the law” by not executing the appropriation.

By Andrew Kitchenman, KTOO and Alaska Public Media | November 7, 2019 6:46 pm

Nov 07 2019

Dunleavy administration seeks $500,000 contract for outside law firm to help with union lawsuits

By Andrew Kitchenman, KTOO and Alaska Public Media | Crime & Courts, Economy, Southcentral, Southeast, State Government

The state posted a request for proposals for a law firm that has experience arguing cases in front of the U.S. Supreme Court.

By Andrew Kitchenman, KTOO and Alaska Public Media | November 7, 2019 4:06 pm

Nov 07 2019

US Dept. of Transportation awards $25M for Port of Alaska upgrades

By Zachariah Hughes, Alaska Public Media | Economy, Federal Government, Local Government, Southcentral

The full price tag for upgrading the cement and petroleum terminal at the port is $214 million. The terminal is a critical component in delivering fuel and construction material to Alaska.

By Zachariah Hughes, Alaska Public Media | November 7, 2019 3:31 pm

Nov 07 2019

Research shows studded tires cost Alaska millions of dollars in road maintenance every year

By Abbey Collins, Alaska Public Media | Public Safety, Southcentral, Transportation, University of Alaska

According to a report, the annual cost of road repairs related to studded tire use is 42 times the amount of money the state generates in fees collected in studded tire sales and stud installation.

By Abbey Collins, Alaska Public Media | November 7, 2019 2:56 pm

Nov 06 2019

Recall Dunleavy volunteers Frankie Urquhart, left, Jessie Chapman and Pat Chapman gather signatures on Aug. 1 in downtown Ketchikan for a petition to remove Gov. Mike Dunleavy from office. (Photo by Elizabeth Gabriel/KRBD)

Alaska courts must choose between a liberal or strict interpretation of recall law

By Andrew Kitchenman, KTOO and Alaska Public Media | Crime & Courts, Politics, Southcentral, Southeast, State Government

National recall expert Joshua Spivak says the case highlights Alaska’s unusual law.

By Andrew Kitchenman, KTOO and Alaska Public Media | November 6, 2019 5:30 pm

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Tangeman resigns, saying revenue commissioner should be ‘100% aligned’ with Dunleavy

Akhiok’s new power system opens the door to renewable energy, and reduces costs

Dunleavy statement on school funding draws attention from education advocates

Anchorage Republicans advance 3 nominees for open Alaska House seat

Alaska mariners raise concerns about Coast Guard’s emergency radio outages

Judge rules funding schools a year ahead is valid, dealing defeat to Dunleavy

Dunleavy administration seeks $500,000 contract for outside law firm to help with union lawsuits

US Dept. of Transportation awards $25M for Port of Alaska upgrades

Alaska courts must choose between a liberal or strict interpretation of recall law

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