The 52nd annual Alaska Federation of Natives convention concluded Oct. 20 in Anchorage with high-level addresses from Alaska’s senators, and AFN delegates still reeling from the news that Gov. Bill Walker is suspending his re-election campaign.
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People near Fairbanks talk to state officials about arsenic
The water at the Ester fire station tested in excess of 9,000 parts per billion, which meant it was not safe to drink, cook with or bathe in
Democrat Begich turns to Alaska voters one more time in governor’s race
For months, Mark Begich faced pressure from fellow Democrats to drop out of the Alaska governor’s race. Now, he’s their best shot at winning the seat.
Seismologist says earthquake may have triggered mudslide on the Haines Highway
Heavy rains returned to the region this month, triggering a large mudslide on the Haines Highway last weekend. Now the Alaska Earthquake Center says seismic activity may have also played a role.
New report compares Alaska’s recession to other energy-dependent states
While Alaska’s economy is not out of recession yet, there are some positive signs leading economists to believe it may be nearing the end.
Grand jury indicts Alaska ivory dealer on smuggling charges
Prosecutors say he exported raw, unworked, walrus ivory tusks from Alaska to Indonesia for carving, violating federal law, then smuggled carved ivory back to the United States.