The rally by white supremacists protesting the removal of a statue of Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee left one counter-protester dead and several injured.
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Jury indicts Ft. Wainwright soldier for fatal shooting of Black Lives Matter protester in Texas
Sgt. Daniel Perry was stationed at Fort Hood when he shot the protester on July 25, but on Sept. 1 he began a new tour at Fort Wainwright.
Ammo shortage leaves Alaska businesses shooting blanks
As with toilet paper, more people try to buy ammunition when supplies are already short.
LISTEN: In Alaska, relief and renewed calls for reform after guilty verdict in George Floyd’s murder
The president of the Alaska Black Caucus says there is still much work to do to improve racial equity in Alaska and elsewhere — and not just in law enforcement.
Police reform legislation aims to change department policies across Alaska
One Alaska legislator is hoping to change the way police serve in the state.
First talks between Biden administration and Chinese diplomats begin in Anchorage
The meeting quickly turned frosty as the two global powers sparred over human rights.
Alaska civics teachers guide students through unusual election year
In a year where the current president has refused to accept the election results, it’s a rare opportunity for students to understand in real time how a centuries-old institution, hotly debated at its creation, continues to function.
Hundreds gather in Anchorage to commemorate ‘March on Washington’ anniversary
The event centered on Martin Luther King Jr.’s concept of the “Beloved community,” which he famously articulated in his “I Have a Dream” speech given at the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom in 1963.
Despite vandals, Black Lives Matter dumpster will stay at Bethel city hall
Community artist Madelene Reichard said “we will repaint it 1,000 times if we have to” after someone vandalized the dumpster.
A former student speaks out about racism in Juneau schools; administration says it’ll do better
As national dialogues on race continue to evolve, the Juneau school district is grappling with how to best address race and equity in the classroom.