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In bid for re-election, Alaska U.S. Rep. Nick Begich defends against 14 challengers
Two years ago, Republican Nick Begich III defeated incumbent Democratic Rep. Mary Peltola and became Alaska’s lone member of the U.S. House of Representatives. Now 14 people are hoping to imitate Begich’s performance.
Jun 22 min read
Seventeen people sign up to run in 2026 Alaska governor race; top four advance in Aug. 18 primary
Seventeen people have registered as candidates for Alaska governor in this fall’s election, though the final slate won’t be set until June 27, the withdrawal deadline. Only four will advance in the Aug. 18 primary.
Jun 23 min read
First Alaska mule deer harvest follows years of fleeting appearances in the state
Mule deer that have expanded their range north and west are roaming into Alaska from Canada, presenting new risks to moose but also new opportunities for hunters.
Jun 25 min read
University of Alaska names US Army commander as new UAF chancellor
Officials with the University of Alaska have tapped the commander of the U.S. Army 11th Airborne Division’s Arctic Aviation Command as the new permanent chancellor of the University of Alaska Fairbanks.
Jun 13 min read
Sen. Dan Sullivan has a new challenger: Dan Sullivan
Two candidates with the same name will be on the ballot seeking the same seat in the state’s primary. “It’s going to be confusing,” one Republican said.
May 301 min read
3 climbers who fell near treacherous pass on Mount McKinley are dead, 1 rescued
Three climbers on Alaska’s Mount McKinley who fell near a treacherous pass on North America’s tallest peak have died, a Latvian mountaineering group announced Friday. A fourth climber was rescued.
May 293 min read
In setback for oil companies, tax board raises trans-Alaska pipeline value by $3 billion
But the decision is likely to be appealed to the courts.
May 293 min read
Alaska Legislature votes to improve preparedness and response for stroke, heart attack emergencies
Lawmakers approved a legislative package to improve the state’s coordination and emergency response for strokes and heart attacks, and prompt schools to offer CPR training for all Alaska students.
May 295 min read
Mat-Su Sentinel acquires Frontiersman, bringing legacy paper under local nonprofit
Frontiersman will end its print edition and become part of the digital-only Mat-Su Sentinel newsroom operation.
May 293 min read
Alaska’s deteriorating schools could receive more than $148M for repairs. It’s a fraction of what they need.
Following reporting by KYUK, ProPublica and NPR, lawmakers tripled the funding the state would allocate toward school construction and maintenance. The budget increase would still only cover about 13% of what school districts requested.
May 296 min read
Algal toxins emerge as a new concern in Alaska’s Northern Bering Sea
Locals who depend on the sea for food and culture are trying to understand the risks to traditional foods and wildlife populations in a region undergoing myriad changes.
May 2911 min read
Alaska Speaker of the House Bryce Edgmon will run for open state Senate seat
The leader of the coalition majority in the Alaska House of Representatives will leave his seat and run for state Senate.
May 292 min read
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