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Breaking all the rules: Jackson sworn in, against state statutes
House Republicans pursue Sharon Jackson’s appointment, even though it likely won’t stand
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Lawmaker opposes drilling permit work during government shutdown
ANCHORAGE — The oil and gas industry should not be spared the pain of the partial government shutdown,…
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Airport remodel uncovers student mural from the 70s
A mural discovered Tuesday by construction crews at the Kenai Municipal Airport is bringing back memories for the…
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Dunleavy unveils plan for PFD back payments
That mega PFD isn’t happening this year, in his plan.
Government
Curbing the crime wave: Lawmakers say collaboration is key
Sexual assault is a common focus of proposed legislation.
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Remodel reveals decades-old mural at airport
A mural not seen for decades has been uncovered on the facade of the Kenai Municipal Airport.
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Borough school district unsure of upcoming budget
The Kenai Peninsula Borough School District is beginning to form its next budget for the fiscal year 2020,…
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Hello? Cellphones banned on Senate floor
Sen. John Coghill said Tuesday evening he is considering a revision of a ban of cellphone usage on…
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Tensions rise in discombobulated Alaska House
Until a majority is formed, the House will be at a standstill.
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Alaska receives almost 10 times more unemployment filings since shutdown began
There have been almost 10 times more unemployment filings from federal workers in Alaska than normal since the…
Crime & Justice
4 accused of trying to steal water heater from house of dead man
Four people were charged with felony burglary for allegedly breaking into the home of a deceased man in…
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Dunleavy administration denies resignation details request
JUNEAU — Alaska Gov. Mike Dunleavy’s administration has denied a request for information on employee resignations after Dunleavy…
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Dunleavy admin plans Alaska marijuana board change
JUNEAU (AP) — Gov. Mike Dunleavy’s administration plans to replace the public safety member on the board regulating…
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School district sees increase in OCS referrals, suicide risk assessments
Editors note: This story has been updated to show there were 110 suicide risk assessments.
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Superintendent Sean Dusek announces retirement
Kenai Peninsula Borough School District superintendent Sean Dusek announced his retirement on Monday.
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Moderate aftershock hits Cook Inlet area
ANCHORAGE (AP) — A 5.0 magnitude earthquake rattled Alaska residents through the Anchorage area and beyond.
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Faith-based shelter fights to keep out transgender women
ANCHORAGE — A conservative Christian law firm that has pushed religious issues in multiple states urged a U.S.…
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Control of Alaska House unsettled ahead of session start
JUNEAU, Alaska (AP) — The big question heading into the new legislative session Tuesday is: Who will control…