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In Alaska, air travel is a fact of life. But what happens when someone dies on a plane?
An average of two fatalities a year occur on planes landing in Anchorage, a stark reminder in a state where flying is often a ...
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Nick Begich sworn in as new representative for Alaska in U.S. Congress
Republican Nick Begich was sworn in as Alaska’s new representative in the 119th Congress. He expressed a commitment to ...
Nick Begich III sworn in as Alaska's new U.S. representative, names former business partner to staff
Alaska's newly elected Republican U.S. Rep. Nick Begich III cast his first vote on Friday, supporting Louisiana Republican Rep. Mike Johnson for House speaker on the first day of the 119th Congress.
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On This Day in 1959, Alaska—One of America’s Riskiest Investments—Became the 49th State in the Union
Nonetheless, Eisenhower signed legislation making Alaska a state on July 7, 1958. On January 3, 1959, Alaska was officially ...
Boeing says it's turning things around one year after the Alaska Airlines incident
Boeing said Friday that it had hit several internal targets on safety and quality control despite a series of embarrassing ...
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Alaska Bureau of Investigation reviews deadly shooting involving Juneau police
The Alaska Bureau of Investigation is reviewing a deadly shooting involving Juneau police officers. Officer Jonah ...
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After backlogs, federal judge orders Alaska to speed processing time for food assistance applications
As of November, more than 1,200 initial SNAP applications had not been processed within 30 days as required under federal law ...
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Boosting wages and expanding assistance among 56 recommendations from Alaska child care task force
The task force, convened by Gov. Mike Dunleavy in 2023, recently unveiled its final recommendations for addressing the state’s child care crisis.
What more mining and drilling in Alaska could mean for Canadian companies
Alaska is calling on U.S. president-elect Donald Trump to make it easier for mine and drill projects to go ahead in the ...
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Alaska lawmakers propose creation of risk pool program for fishermen
State lawmakers in Alaska are proposing the creation of a risk pool program for commercial fishermen as the sector continues ...
Alaska Knows Why Her Drag Show Resonates: ‘It’s About Family’
The performer discusses her Off Broadway musical about warring queens. “Everyone can connect to being a young person not ...
Scientists issue dire warning following new report on disasters impacting Alaska: 'Weather had little to do with the floods'
A new report from the Alaska Center for Climate Assessment and Policy highlights how melting glaciers and extreme weather are ...