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.
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15 years after VECO scandal, Stevens’ new oil job renews old ethics questions
Some lawmakers are now asking whether the 2007 ethics reforms need to be updated again to more effectively guard against conflicts of interest.
Alaska sues PFAS makers as lawmakers seek broader action from regulators
The state of Alaska is suing manufacturers of a pair of the toxic PFAS compounds that have contaminated groundwater across the state. The lawsuit filed Wednesday names chemical giants 3M, Dupont and others.
Alaska, 12 other states sue Biden administration over suspension of new oil and gas leases
The lawsuit comes about two months after Democratic President Joe Biden hit pause on any new leases for oil and gas development on federal lands and waters including Alaska’s Cook Inlet and National Petroleum Reserve.
Bethel woman reported she was raped. Months later, she protested police and prosecutors’ inaction.
A Bethel woman’s protest has ignited community dialogue on how local rape cases are handled and if victims are receiving timely justice.
Alaska Gov. Dunleavy’s administration says it’s ensuring ‘ethical transition’ of chief of staff to ConocoPhillips job
Ben Stevens’ last day in the governor’s office was Friday, Feb. 26, and he started work as vice president of external affairs and transportation at ConocoPhillips the following Monday.
Sexual misconduct allegations prompt another Alaska attorney general to resign
Acting Alaska Attorney General Ed Sniffen’s abrupt resignation was announced Friday as the Anchorage Daily News and ProPublica were preparing an article about allegations of sexual misconduct with a 17-year-old girl three decades ago.
Biden reinstates northern Bering Sea climate plan
The Bering Sea Elders Group called the plan a “milestone” for including Indigenous people in federal conversations and policy on climate change.
State asks federal court to dismiss suit over Metlakatla tribal citizens’ fishing rights
The tribe says the state doesn’t have the right to require state fishing permits for tribal citizens in state waters.
Judge orders Dunleavy administration to pay recall campaign’s $190,000 legal bill
The ruling comes after the recall campaign sued and won when the Dunleavy administration refused to certify its application.