Embattled Department of Veterans Affairs head Eric Shinseki says he’s working to fix “systemic” problems in the VA’s health care system, taking steps to fire the people who run a Phoenix VA medical center found to have deep problems.
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Funny River residents meet after evacuation order lifted
The Funny River fire is estimated at around 193,000 acres with 46 percent containment.
Begich speaks on VA care in Alaska
Begich said officials from the top down will be held accountable when Shenseki’s VA report comes out.
Committee moves bill updating Magnuson-Stevens Act
The U.S. House Natural Resources Committee yesterday moved a bill to update the Magnuson-Stevens Act, the primary fisheries law in federal waters.
Search ends for missing hiker
Alaska State Troopers decided to end the search Thursday afternoon around 4 p.m. since no new leads had been found since discovering Buis’ vehicle on May 24.
Delta follows through with $10,000 promise
Delta Airlines gave the Juneau Community Foundation $10,000 for the Augustus Brown Swimming Pool last night.
Historic Brotherhood Bridge getting dismantled, replaced
New Glacier Highway crossing at Mendenhall River will feature four lanes, sidewalk, multi-use path
‘Oh My Jesus!’: Gun Violence Interview Gets Up-Close Example
An NPR report about guns in Chicago included an all-too-real example of violence, after a burst of gunfire erupted down the street from where NPR’s David Schaper was conducting an interview Wednesday.
America’s Strength Extends Beyond Its Military, Obama Says
American leadership in the 21st century will be defined in part by the nation’s military strength, “but only in part,” President Obama said in a wide-ranging interview with NPR about his foreign policy priorities.
Peat Bog The Size Of England Discovered In Congo Republic
The previously undiscovered bog is thought to reach nearly 23 feet beneath the ground and contain billions of tons of peat.