Alaska governor asked Trump to help attorney general bring his wife and stepson to U.S. from Colombia
Gov. Dunleavy would do the same for any Alaskan in a similar situation, said Attorney General Kevin Clarkson.
Group submits petition books, setting stage for costly fight over Alaska oil taxes
Supporters of the measure to boost oil taxes say it is needed to help pay for state services. Opponents say it will devastate investment and hurt the economy.
Defying oil companies, Alaska state agency to hold public hearing on BP pipeline sale
The Regulatory Commission of Alaska said it wants to give the public another chance to provide input.
Fairbanks man snared dozens of moose to use as wolf bait, troopers say
Joseph Lyndon Johnson, 24, is facing several misdemeanor charges.
Group says it has enough signatures to put Alaska oil tax initiative on ballot
“Vote Yes for Alaska’s Fair Share” aims to boost taxes paid by major oil producers in Alaska.
Alaska tribe seeking tougher review for ConocoPhillips’ drilling program loses in court
The Native Village of Nuiqsut joined conservation groups in the lawsuit last year.
Trump effort to streamline environmental reviews draws praise, barbs in Alaska
Alaska politicians say it would help create jobs while critics say it will limit public comment and boost risks to the environment.
Sen. Sullivan says he told Trump there may be a way to defuse hostilities with Iran
Alaska’s congressional delegation defended last week’s U.S. drone strike against Iranian Gen. Qassem Soleimani and said they’re monitoring the situation in Iraq.
About 2,000 Alaska-based troops are in Iraq as conflict with Iran flares
Fort Wainwright soldiers deployed to Iraq in August, and a coalition joint task force statement says they will help protect Iraqi bases after the attacks.
After calls for transparency, Hilcorp and BP say Alaska pipeline deal needs no public hearing
Critics of the major sale have concerns about Hilcorp’s safety record and its request for confidentiality.
Open & Shut: Indoor produce sprouts in Anchorage; Planet Fitness expands
Also: A new bar and grill will rise in place of TGI Fridays, and Alaska Salt adds a shop downtown.
Tribal groups condemn federal plan to open up millions of acres to mining interests
The Bureau of Land Management is updating land-use plans in a large part of rural Alaska.