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Sullivan ‘has no plans to sue’ for $500K included in deal to end federal government shutdown
Eight GOP senators are eligible to file lawsuits due to investigation of their phone records during Jan. 6 attack on U.S. Capitol.
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New lawsuit seeks to block revived bear-culling program in Western Alaska
The new Mulchatna predator control program, aimed at boosting caribou numbers, has the same flaw that caused judges to overturn the earlier program, plaintiffs claim.
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Helping people without housing involves challenges and changes beyond the approach of winter
I think that it is important to point out what the Glory Hall has been accomplishing, despite the temporary changes to our services, which began at the end of August.
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The last-ever penny was minted today in Philadelphia
The American penny passed away today after a prolonged illness. It was 238 years old. The last penny was minted Wednesday afternoon at the US Mint in Philadelphia, overseen by US Treasurer Brandon Beach . President Donald Trump announced via social media in February that he instructed the Mint to stop making the once-popular coin, citing the cost of production. The penny costs nearly four cents to mint, more than the coin’s worth. Once valuable enough to buy “penny candy” l
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Thousands of Epstein files released by GOP lawmakers
Shortly after Democrats released emails showing that Jeffrey Epstein discussed his relationship with President Trump, Republicans on the Oversight Committee released 20,000 additional documents.
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Wrangell rejects Tlingit and Haida communications tower near 13-Mile
In a 3-1 vote, the planning and zoning commission responded to concerns and opposition raised by residents and denied Tidal Network’s application for a conditional-use permit to erect a 230-foot-tall telecommunications tower near 13-Mile Zimovia Highway.
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Candidates should pay a penalty for false promises
I don’t want to be unreasonable. Candidates and public officials should be allowed to raise unlimited funds from donors to pay the fines. It’s simply adding to the cost of their free speech when it’s dishonest speech.
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Police blotter for Nov. 10
This report contains public information available from local emergency response and law enforcement organizations.
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Congress pushes hemp crackdown after pressure from states, marijuana industry
States have been targeting the growing array of intoxicating candy, beverages and vapes.
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DNA testing of bones at the Alaska crime lab can help shed light on cold cases, officials say
Alaska Scientific Crime Detection Lab acquired a forensic tool used to test DNA from bones and teeth this summer.
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JDHS to open state volleyball championships against Dimond
Crimson Bears will face Lynx to survive Alaska’s harsh winter.
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Congratulations, concern expressed in local tributes on Veterans Day
Newly-completed memorial park for Alaska Native vets, call for return to peace of Armistice Day amidst current-day conflicts mark this year’s traditional events in Juneau.
2 days ago5 min read
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