These midterm elections show why it’s always important to never assume you know exactly what’s going to happen in advance – and to keep an open mind for potential surprises.
Federal Government
Peltola leads in Alaska’s U.S. House race as U.S. Senate race tightens
Early results show incumbent Lisa Murkowski narrowly trailing Kelly Tshibaka, while Mary Peltola is far ahead of her rivals in the U.S. House race.
Supreme Court takes up the Indian Child Welfare Act
ICWA faces broad constitutional challenges in an unfriendly court.
An Alaska Tribal court judge breaks down ICWA’s past, present and future
Judge Debra O’Gara says that some states are better than others at adhering to ICWA. “But right now, Alaska, I would say, is not doing so well.”
Seal hunting regulations on St. Paul Island show a new path for federal marine mammal protection
The Tribe worked with the federal government to update local regulations so hunters could take advantage of the longer seal season.
At debate, Alaska US Senate candidates show clear contrast on abortion rights
It was the third and final in a televised series featuring the candidates for statewide offices.
US House candidates talk fish, energy and bipartisanship in televised debate
During the hour-long debate, Rep. Mary Peltola highlighted work she is already doing in office.
Peltola gets rock star welcome as AFN keynote speaker
Peltola took the stage Thursday, pitching herself as a regular Alaskan who happens to be Alaska’s congresswoman.
Peltola trounces Palin and Begich in September fundraising, wins over Don Young loyalists
When Peltola won the special election in August, she was behind Palin and Begich in fundraising.
Juneau slated to get new cabins thanks to federal funding
The U.S. Forest Service just received $20 million for public cabins, said James King, regional director of recreation land and minerals with the Forest Service.