To some observers, the cash going toward the recall signifies a deeply partisan political climate where people have starkly different views on the pandemic.
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Anchorage Assembly approves emergency mask mandate
Under the order, businesses must deny entry to people who aren’t wearing masks and must ensure that employees have access to masks.
Mayor Bronson fires chief equity officer without approval from Anchorage Assembly
According to municipal code, the chief equity officer can only be dismissed by the mayor if there is documented cause and if a majority of the Assembly agrees.
Discord over masks escalates with arrests, Holocaust comparisons at the Anchorage Assembly
After roughly seven hours of testimony, the Assembly did not vote on the ordinance. They are expected to hear more testimony Thursday.
Alaska’s largest hospital now rationing care due to COVID surge
Doctors who work at Providence Alaska Medical Center said Tuesday that they’ve begun to ration care as Alaska endures one of the worst surges of COVID-19 in the country.
Shifting patchwork of COVID policies leaves public employees anxious
Some are worried about catching the virus and bringing it home to their unvaccinated kids. Others are concerned about working with unmasked colleagues in confined spaces.