The Landmine claimed the requests from the mayor’s office led to Anchorage Police Chief Ken McCoy announcing he’ll retire after less than a year on the job.
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Bronson sues Anchorage Assembly over his right to fire chief equity officer
In his lawsuit, Bronson is asking the court to establish that the Anchorage mayor can fire the chief equity officer as he would any other department head, meaning he can dismiss them without specific reason and without Assembly approval.
Lt. Gov. Meyer defends handling of Alaska’s last election, as he and governor weigh the next one
Dunleavy could take heat from supporters regardless of what he decides. Meyer is at the center of criticism from conservative voters in places like the Matanuska-Susitna Borough, who are unhappy with how last year’s election was conducted.
Anchorage Assembly ends its indoor mask mandate
If not addressed, the mandate would’ve automatically ended on Dec. 14.
Anchorage’s deputy health director is resigning, the latest in a string of departures
The city’s epidemiologist and longtime medical officer also resigned over the summer, and the reproductive health officer was fired.
With reserve fund depleted from 2018 earthquake, Anchorage’s credit rating drops
S&P Global Ratings dropped Anchorage’s rating from AAA to AA+ last week, citing a decline in the city’s available funds during recovery from the 2018 earthquake and the coronavirus pandemic.