The latest version of a bill advancing a natural gas mega-project restores language concerning collective bargaining.
State Government
Alaska Senate committee supports Native American veterans memorial
Plans are being made to build the American Indian Veterans Memorial on the National Mall in Washington, D.C.
Parnell won’t pull California appointee from Pipeline Assessment Board
Democrats in the Alaska Senate want Sean Parnell to withdraw the name of one of his board appointees because of residency issues.
Retirees still concerned about changes to state health plan
Retired public employees continue to be concerned with changes to the AlaskaCare health plan offered through the state retirement system.
Troopers: Driver killed after attempted traffic stop in Wasilla
Passenger reportedly received non-life threatening injuries
Juneau Access project begs question of ferries versus roads
Why should the state of Alaska consider extending roads to take over the function served by ferries?
Slideshow: A behind the scenes look at ferries in drydock
Take a look behind the scenes and under the ships of the Alaska Marine Highway System.
Controversial permitting bill back for consideration
House Bill 77 has been sent back to the Senate Resources Committee, and it’s scheduled for hearings on Monday and Wednesday.
EPA settles over lead dust violations at Governor’s mansion
The Governor’s Mansion appears on a list of construction projects requiring EPA intervention for lead violations.
Retired state workers upset with changes to health plan
The State of Alaska is trying to clear up mass confusion over recent changes to its AlaskaCare retiree health plan.