State Government

While the account used a pseudonym, the researchers found a trail of evidence regarding Matthias Cicotte’s identity, including photos matching his house’s interior.

The Republican legislators’ concerns have been growing for years. Some members believe that there should be much deeper cuts in state spending and that dividends should be much larger.

The lawsuit argues that $32.4 million in the budget for power cost equalization should continue to be paid, and that the administration’s position effectively means that the governor vetoed the money, even if it wasn’t on his list of vetoes.

Six tribes opposed the water rights permits, saying that removing that much water from the area could hurt the region’s water supply and ecosystem.

Southeast towns like Sitka, Wrangell and Petersburg would see ships infrequently, while Kodiak Island and some Southcentral communities could see improved service.

The Legislature passed a budget that included roughly $2 million to pay for the food and housing needs of lawmakers and their families attending the session. But Dunleavy said it doesn’t make sense for legislators to receive the money until they’ve taken more action on permanent fund dividends. 

The Alaska Library Catalog facilitates borrowing and lending among member libraries across Alaska.

Huber managed Dunleavy’s successful gubernatorial campaign in 2018, then served in the governor’s office as communications director and policy advisor.

Craig has a years-long waiting list for its two largest harbors.

Henderson fills the vacancy created by the retirement of former Chief Justice Joel Bolger. Justice Daniel Winfree succeeded Bolger as chief justice on July 1.