Outside money is expected to pour into the race for the U.S. Senate seat held by Mark Begich, and the first of it is making a splash across Alaska’s TV sets.
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Former DNR Commissioner Dan Sullivan enters U.S. Senate race
Sullivan joins a crowded field of Republicans trying to unseat Democrat Mark Begich next November.
Treadwell calls for more aggressive tack on state sovereignty
When the Citizens’ Advisory Commission on Federal Areas last met, the theme was overreach from Washington. But this go-round, it seems the group is unexpectedly dealing with federal underreach.
Senate challengers side with House Republicans in shutdown showdown
What would the Republican Senate candidates who are challenging Begich have done if they had been in office instead?
Sullivan steps down as Commissioner as Senate race heats up
Natural Resources Commissioner Dan Sullivan is stepping down from his post amid talk that he’s planning a run for U.S. Senate.
Denali loses a few feet, remains North America’s tallest peak
The tallest peak in North America is not as tall as previously thought. Denali was measured at 20,237 feet – 83 feet shorter than maps indicate today.
Oil tax referendum to appear on ballot
It’s official: A controversial tax cut on oil companies will be put to a vote. “Vote Yes — Repeal the Giveaway” has met all of the legal requirements to get on the ballot.
Begich responds to Palin challenge with questions over residency
This week, Sarah Palin began trading barbs with Democrat Mark Begich and flirting with the idea of running for his U.S. Senate seat.
Palin talks senate run, but state GOP hears radio silence
Former Gov. and once-vice presidential candidate Sarah Palin saying she could be persuaded to run against incumbent Democrat Mark Begich.
Treadwell to run for Senate
Lieutenant Governor Mead Treadwell announced early this morning he’s running for Senate. He said he’s entering the race, instead of running for reelection, because he knows he can win.