In the coming weeks, Alaska’s governor says he plans to roll out a plan to stabilize the state’s tumultuous finances.
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State senators express skepticism about proposed Juneau ferry terminal backed by Dunleavy
In a Friday hearing, members of the Alaska Senate spoke critically about a proposed new ferry terminal in Juneau, questioning why the project would be worth its multimillion-dollar cost.
Alaska settles 2 lawsuits against vape companies for allegedly targeting kids for addiction
One key point in the settlement: Juul can’t use cartoons to advertise its products.
What was on Alaska state lawmakers’ playlists this year?
Last week, Spotify’s Wrapped and Apple Music’s Replay gave users their top songs, artists and genres of the year. That got us wondering — what did state lawmakers listen to most this year?
Mat-Su Republicans suggest six candidates for two spots in Alaska House of Representatives
Under state law, the governor has until Dec. 29 to make his picks. Anyone he chooses must be approved by a majority of the House’s 21 Republicans in order to be seated.
Child support comes first when considering debts owed in foreclosure, Alaska Supreme Court rules
The Alaska Supreme Court has ruled that the state’s child support system has first priority when a foreclosed property is sold to pay multiple debts.