Nico Edwards joked it would be good publicity if one of his crewmembers was attacked by an eagle in Unalaska. Then he posted an Instagram video or himself trying to touch a raptor perched on a dumpster. That type of interaction with an eagle is illegal.
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Galvin wins Democratic primary in bid for U.S. House
Independent candidate Alyse Galvin soundly defeated Dimitri Shein in the Democratic primary for the U.S. House seat held by Congressman Don Young,
New study says global models sharply underestimate permafrost emissions
Some scientists said the study, published in the journal Nature Communications, underscores the limitations and uncertainties of climate modeling – and how policymakers might need to take more aggressive steps if they want to keep global temperatures under control.
Walker administration doubles down as cyber-security experts warn of China’s threat to Alaska
Governor’s office says there’s no conclusive proof China is spying on Alaska.
Major oil development planned in NPR-A to get ‘streamlined’ environmental review
The Bureau of Land Management has kicked off the environmental review process for what could be one of Alaska’s biggest future oil developments, in the National Petroleum Reserve-Alaska. The Trump administration wants to make that process go faster. But environmental groups worry a faster review won’t do enough to protect the Arctic wilderness.
Cyber-security firm says Alaska was targeted by Chinese cyber spies
Report details state, private companies that were targeted.