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Soldier appeals to be conscientious objector

A Fort Richardson-based paratrooper, whose request for conscientious objector status was denied while he served in Iraq last year, appealed that decision in an Anchorage federal court Monday.

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Maverick teacher bridges the digital divide

Michael Warren, recognized as one of the country's best teachers last fall when he won the prestigious Milken Educator award, in many ways fits the traditional definition of a teacher. But he is also a maverick.

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Palin, lawmakers to revisit energy relief

Gov. Sarah Palin will call the Legislature into a special session this summer meant to provide Alaskans some relief from the soaring cost of energy.

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Dog endurance changes Iditarod strategies

Iditarod mushers are discovering on the trail what scientists have suggested in the laboratory -- that sled dogs are capable of greater feats of endurance than previously thought.

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Exxon seeks $800 million

Exxon Mobil Corp. asked Monday that Alaska pay $800 million in damages, claiming the state breached a deal when it revoked gas and oil leases on a North Slope oil field.

Computer glitch stalls Ice Classic results

Organizers of the Nenana Ice Classic still aren't ready to announce how many people guessed the minute the ice broke up on the Tanana River. Their computer had "an issue."

Developer fined for river threat

HOMER -- A local doctor whose subdivision roads risked washing dirt into a tributary of the Anchor River will pay a $27,600 fine, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency said Monday.

Teen slips on ice, shoots himself fatally in head

A 16-year-old Petersburg hunter died over the weekend after he slipped on ice and accidentally shot himself in the head, according to Alaska State Troopers.

New trial is ordered after DUI conviction

Renee Ellison, a Valley woman convicted last month of drunken and reckless driving as well as four counts of assault, will get a new trial in July.

Juneau gets breaks on electricity bills

JUNEAU -- Two charities in Juneau have rolled out a city-funded grant program designed to help thousands of low-income residents weather the effects of a 447 percent increase in the price of electricity.

Anchorage man guilty of brutal Cordova rape

An Anchorage man accused of brutally raping and assaulting a woman in Cordova has been convicted on three felony sexual assault and assault counts, according to Anchorage police.

2nd Elton John show sells out fast

When tickets for Elton John's first-ever Anchorage concert went on sale May 5, they sold out in 58 minutes. Fans who missed the chance to see the pop superstar at the Sullivan Arena on May 28 grieved loudly and, within hours, the promoter had added a second performance on May 30.

Man arrested in foiled beer burglary

An Anchorage man accused of trying to steal a case of beer twice in one night was arrested on two counts of first-degree burglary Monday, according to Galena police.

Power is back on at Prudhoe plants

Power has been restored to processing centers at Prudhoe Bay, but the nation's most prolific oil field won't return to full production for several days. A spokesman for field operator BP PLC says the company is using the time to fix additional equipment.

Repeat rapist gets 25 years more

A convicted rapist was sentenced Friday to serve 25 years more after he raped again following his release from prison, according to the Anchorage district attorney.

Alcohol importer beaten, robbed

A woman attending a graduation ceremony in Mountain Village imported booze from Bethel and was robbed by a customer, Alaska State Troopers said.

Arrest made on Arizona charge

A man charged with child exploitation in northern Arizona was arrested Friday in Alaska, authorities said.

Shungnak man sentened to 10 years for abuse of boy

Alaska State Troopers say a Shungnak man has been sentenced to 10 years in prison and 15 years probation for sexually abusing a toddler.

Wasilla worries about traffic as retailer grows

Fred Meyer hopes to add another 10,000 square feet to its Wasilla store, but city and state officials want to make sure the retail giant doesn't gum up traffic. The proposed expansion would reduce the number of parking spaces and change some traffic patterns.

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