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Sitka, Alaska (KINY) - The Sitka Assembly voted 6-1 to wait until August to decide if a third party should investigate the police department.

Ketchikan, Alaska (KINY) Ketchikan City Council considered an auction and also getting the help of a realtor as they dispose of Fire Station #1.

ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — An Anchorage woman has pleaded guilty to killing her fiance in a 2012 arson fire.

Bethel, Alaska (AP) - Two Alaska Native tribes say the governor's administration will not consult directly with them on proposed projects.

Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - The City and Borough of Juneau also held a public hearing regarding several budgetary issues, including an ordinance appropriating $377.16 million dollars in total expenditures, during a special meeting on Wednesday night.

Kodiak, Alaska (AP) - An Alaska Native corporation has settled a civil lawsuit filed by a former employee who says the corporation abused a federal program, according to court documents.

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Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - The Juneau Community Foundation has awarded $1.8 million in grants to local nonprofit organizations following several months of coordinated effort to identify priority social service needs and review applications.

Washington DC (AP) - Alaska's senior U.S. senator has asked the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to extend from 90 to 120 days the comment period on a draft environmental review of a proposed copper and gold mine in Alaska's Bristol Bay region.

Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - BMX champion and life coach Tony Hoffman spoke at the 27th annual Pillars of America Speaker Series before the Juneau Glacier Valley Rotary Club and other Rotary Clubs in the Capital City on Wednesday at Centennial Hall.

Juneau, Alaska (AP) - Gov. Michael J. Dunleavy does not plan to introduce legislation this session that would propose eliminating the board that regulates Alaska's legal marijuana industry.

Juneau, Alaska (AP) - The Alaska Legislature has voted to change conflict of interest rules passed last year that members complained limited them from interacting with constituents and being involved with legislation.

Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - The CBJ Docks and Harbors Department is preparing for the start of Juneau's cruise ship season with the arrival of the first big ship of the season Sunday morning.

Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - Sealaska Heritage Institute has announced the opening in April of a retrospective exhibit on Tlingit artist Nathan Jackson.

Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - Tourism best management practices and the upcoming cruise ship season were the topics of discussion at a community meeting at the Elizabeth Peratrovich Hall.

ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — The municipality of Anchorage has appealed the award of nearly $2 million to a fired police officer.

FAIRBANKS, Alaska (AP) — The city of Fairbanks will allow people to recreationally use marijuana inside the authorized stores where they buy it.

Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - The Southeast Conference recently asked 320 Southeast business owners and top managers in 25 regional communities how they would like to see the state achieve a balanced budget.

Juneau, Alaska (AP) - The biggest issues heading into this year's legislative session remain unresolved in the session's final weeks, with Gov. Mike Dunleavy facing resistance to pieces of his agenda.

Juneau, Alaska (AP) - Alaska is considering adding another terminal to accommodate the short range of a new class of ferries, officials said.

Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - The president of the Juneau Chamber of Commerce offered reaction on Action Line to comments made by Governor Dunleavy to the possible location of a special session.

Kodiak, Alaska (AP) - Nine Coast Guard service members face criminal drug charges stemming from an internal investigation, according to charging documents.

Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - Juneau Chamber of Commerce officials report they have been receiving positive response to their message on Governor Dunleavy's proposed budget for next fiscal year.

Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - Juneau police were able to catch a possible counterfeiter.

Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - NAMI Juneau, Juneau Public Libraries, and Friends of the Library are partnering to offer a free Mental Wellness-Mini Series for Mental Health Awareness Month, which is observed in May.

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Anchorage, Alaska (KINY) - The poll also showed the Governor's favorable rating has dropped.

Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - Transportation, land sales, and ownership of a parking lot were among the many agenda items addressed by the CBJ Assembly.

Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - Governor Mike Dunleavy made another pitch for legislative approval of his crime legislation during a press conference today. (Monday)

Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - Capital City Fire Rescue was called to the building that houses J and J Deli and a gym at 12th and Glacier Monday morning.

Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - Juneau Police boarded a Capital City Transit bus Monday afternoon to arrest a man.

Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - Juneau's tourism season kicks off with the docking of the first big cruise ship this Sunday.

Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - High winds forced the cancellation of voyages by the state ferry LeConte to Gustavus Monday..

Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - Former Lieutenant Governor and UAS graduate Valerie Nurr'araaluk Davidson will deliver the 2019 Commencement Address in Juneau.

Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - The first piece of legislation sponsored by Juneau Representative Andi Story ever to make it to the House floor was on Monday's calendar.

FAIRBANKS, Alaska (AP) — Alaska authorities said search and rescue dogs have found the body of a Texas man who went missing in Fairbanks.

ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — A former Alaska high school baseball star died after being struck by a car in California, police said.

Valdez, Alaska (AP) - The Alaska Earthquake Center reports that a small earthquake has hit the Prince William Sound region.

Ketchikan, Alaska (AP) - A former high school teacher and pastor will be going to prison for sexually abusing a teenage girl at the school, a church and his home.

Nome, Alaska (KINY) - Many Alaska Native women claim the Nome Police Department hasn't thoroughly investigated certain crimes.

Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - The ferry 30 miles north of the Auke Bay terminal would better serve the short range of the new Alaska Class ferries.

Fairbanks, Alaska (KINY) - Alaska State Troopers said a single-vehicle crash claimed the life of a 60-year-old Fairbanks woman Saturday.

Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - Award-winning author Pam Houston spoke about her life and career during a presentation at the APK Alaska State Libraries Archives & Museum.

Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - CBJ Mayor Beth Weldon proclaimed April 20 as Drive Electric Earth Day during a ribbon cutting for new charging stations at Fred Meyer.

Kodiak, Alaska (AP) - Officials say the Baranov Museum in Kodiak will have a new name once an extensive renovation of its permanent exhibit space is complete.

Juneau, Alaska (AP) - Southeast Alaska marine pilots are concerned about the maneuverability of one of the four megaships cruise lines are expected to bring to the state this season.

Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - A spokesperson for the ACLU is saying the State of Alaska has agreed to a deadline of next week to see a filing in a lawsuit against the state.

Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - An ordinance disposing of more city-owned lots at Lena Point is up for action at Monday evening's regular meeting of the Assembly.

Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - The report now goes onto the full Assembly for review.

Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - The Assembly Finance Committee this week tabled discussion on future water and wastewater rate increases until July in view of competing plans from the Utility Advisory Board and Manager Rorie Watt.

Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - Alaska had an unemployment rate of 6.5 percent while Juneau stood at 5.5 percent last month.

FAIRBANKS, Alaska (AP) — A construction company donating time to build a house for the family of an Alaska police officer killed in the line of duty was targeted by thieves.

ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — A former Alaska bank employee who stole $4.3 million in cash and fled to Mexico is set to be sentenced.

ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — A national archaeology organization has apologized for the attendance of a banned Alaska professor at its annual meeting.

Haines, Alaska (KINY) - Two of the nation’s 10 most endangered rivers are in Southeast Alaska. That’s according to American Rivers, a conservation group opposed to mining and energy development in wilderness areas.

Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - The Department of Health and Social Services is proposing a number of policy changes via an internal letter to Pioneer Homes.

Juneau, Alaska (AP) - A state human rights commission official indicated Thursday that the commission's former executive director had not penned a letter of apology for calling out on social media a "Black Rifles Matter" sticker on a truck in the commission's parking lot.

Miami (KINY) - A report from an environmental-compliance inspector says Carnival Corp. violated environmental laws in the first year following the company's $40 million settlement for improper waste disposal.

Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - Following the legislature’s joint session to confirm Gov. Michael J. Dunleavy’s appointments on Wednesday, two members of the Alaska House of Representatives sent a letter to newly-confirmed Department of Corrections Commissioner Nancy Dahlstrom.

Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - A crew from the Juneau International Airport is replacing two pedestrian bridges over Jordan Creek this week with materials purchased by the Southeast Alaska Watershed Coalition.

Juneau, Alaska (AP) - An Alaska man with a ghost-hunting history has scared off lawmakers, who rejected his nomination to a compensation board for crime victims.

Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - The nuts and bolts of a key part of Juneau's economy was explained to business leaders.

Fairbanks, Alaska (KINY) - The City of Fairbanks has announced that Mayor Jim Matherly has made a conditional offer of employment to Nancy Reeder for the position of Fairbanks Police Chief.

Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - Juneau Representative Andi Story is taking a positive view when it comes to the Legislature hammering out a budget for next fiscal year.

ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — Health and wildlife officials are taking steps to prepare for potentially dangerous parasites that could gain a foothold because of Alaska's warming climate.

FAIRBANKS, Alaska (AP) — Advocates have called on an Alaska school district to do more to protect vulnerable students after a group of boys tried to enter a girls' restroom at a high school to take photos.

LEWISTON, Maine (AP) — Maine Gov. Janet Mills has signed a warrant allowing a man wanted in Alaska to face charges there that he sexually assaulted and killed a woman more than two decades ago.

Anchorage, Alaska (AP) - A labor union is suing the governor's administration to halt the privatization of the state's main psychiatric hospital.

Juneau, Alaska (AP) - The Alaska Legislature has rejected the appointment of a marijuana critic to the board that regulates the state's legal marijuana industry.

Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - Governor Michael J. Dunleavy has appointed Kristen Stohler of Palmer to fill a judicial vacancy on the Palmer Superior Court.

Juneau, Alaska (AP) - Price was confirmed on a 34-25 vote in a joint session of the Legislature.

Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - The Tlingit-Haida Regional Housing Authority has been awarded a $750,000 grant from the Federal Home Loan Bank.

Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - Gov. Mike Dunleavy's pick of Anchorage attorney Kevin Clarkson as Alaska’s new attorney general has been approved by the Alaska Legislature.

Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - Jesse LeBeau gave an inspiring speech about turning weaknesses into strength as the Pillars of America speaker series began Wednesday.

Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - The Alaska Legislature has confirmed Jason Brune as the Commissioner of the Department of Environmental Conservation.

Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - It was 40 years ago Wednesday when the Juneau Police Department suffered the worst day in its history.

Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - The Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary downtown is due for a renovation.

Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - The Catholic Diocese of Juneau wanted to show support and solidarity with Paris, France.

Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - A joint session of the Alaska House of Representatives and Senate will consider Gov. Michael J. Dunleavy's appointments on Wednesday afternoon.

Sitka, Alaska (KINY) - Authorities said the man had fallen on a fishing vessel.

ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — A Seward man charged with two counts of first-degree murder told authorities he fatally shot two men inside their van after an argument broke out when he told them to leave the property, according to court documents.

NORTH POLE, Alaska (AP) — School officials said students have been disciplined after a girl kicked a boy in the groin when he entered the girls' restroom at an Alaska high school.

SITKA, Alaska (AP) — A city government in Alaska has approved agreements enabling a regional health consortium to take over operation of its community hospital.

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San Francisco (KINY) - The son of former Gov. Bill Walker made headlines this week after he helped thwart a would-be kidnapper on the streets of San Francisco.

Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - The Juneau Douglas High School senior will be playing in Fairbanks next year.

Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - Gov. Mike Dunleavy's pick to lead the state Department of Public Safety is set to face lawmakers for one last time before her nomination is voted on by a joint session of the Legislature on Wednesday.

Anchorage, Alaska (AP) - The chief of enforcement for Alaska's human rights commission is leaving, marking the latest departure from the organization.

Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - Contractors for the City and Borough of Juneau plan to put up fencing around the former Public Safety Building on Whittier Street this week to begin the demolition process.

Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - The Assembly Finance Committee continues its work on forging a budget for next fiscal year Wednesday evening.

Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - Kurtis Detemple, 26, pled guilty to assault in the second degree while one count of assault in the third degree was dismissed by the court.

Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - Indictments were returned for charges that include burglary, assault, and criminal mischief.

Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - Juneau Assembly member Wade Bryson was asked for his take on the state budget proposed for next fiscal year while a guest on Action Line.

Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - Matt Dubois always wanted to be a police officer and made an immediate impact by saving a life during his first year on the job.

Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - Juneau Police and Firemen are taking part in a joint training exercise at the Public Safety building today.

Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - The public is invited to interviews of the two finalists for the principal position on Thursday.

ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — An Alaska bird club has begun hosting adoption events for pets whose owner died last month, according to the organization.

Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - The City and Borough of Juneau Parks & Recreation Department is partnering with the new Juneau Park Foundation to improve local parks, playgrounds, trails, and public spaces.

ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — An Alaska native language spelling bee set a record for the time taken to produce a winner, a report said.

JUNEAU, Alaska (AP) — The state's intent to award a contract to a company to review options for the future of Alaska's ferry system is being challenged by the other bidder for the job.

ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — Alaska State Troopers say three people have died after their snowmobiles broke through ice in northern Alaska.

Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - Northrim Bank presented the 10th annual Alaska Economic Update at the Baranof Hotel today.

Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - The Most Reverend Andrew Bellisario, the bishop of the Diocese of Juneau, provided an update on Acton Line on the independent commission he appointed to review diocese files relating to sexual misconduct.

ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — Anchorage officials say scofflaws owe the city more than $6.2 million in unpaid traffic fines.

FAIRBANKS, Alaska (AP) — An Alaska city is facing a shortage of police officers that is raising concerns about the department's operations.

Ketchikan, Alaska (AP) - Sailings of the Alaska state ferry Malaspina have been canceled for repairs, starting April 29.

Fairbanks, Alaska (AP) - Representative Tammie Wilson is criticizing the school district after she says a student was wrongly suspended after the student defended herself against a group of boys who trapped the girl inside a bathroom.

Anchorage, Alaska (AP) - Scientists who study the northern Bering Sea say they're seeing changed ocean conditions that were projected by climate models — but not until 2050.

Nenana, Alaska (KINY) - The tripod fell over at 12:21 a.m. this morning.

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Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - The conjunto band from San Antonio, Texas, will close out the 45th year of the festival at Centennial Hall.

Ketchikan, Alaska (KINY) - An investigation by Alaska Wildlife Troopers resulted in a hefty fine for a Fairbanks man.

Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - The governor has made a statement declaring the House's own bill required eliminating payments if funds come up short.

Juneau, Alaska (AP) - State lawmakers are weighing whether to eliminate Alaska's onboard cruise ship inspectors program.

Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - Nineteen representatives have signed a letter urging the department to resolve budget shortfall immediately

Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - Central Council of Tlingit & Haida Indian Tribes of Alaska’s 84th Annual Tribal Assembly has adjourned after convening on April 10 at the Elizabeth Peratrovich Hall in Juneau.

Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - Governor Michael J. Dunleavy has accepted the resignation of Public Defender Quinlan Steiner effective immediately and named Beth Goldstein of Anchorage as Acting Public Defender.

Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - Juneau-based Wings Airways announced Friday the establishment of a new ownership group made up of former Alaska Airlines executives Bill Ayer and Joe Sprague.

Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - The Board of Commissioners of the Tlingit-Haida Regional Housing Authority has appointed Jacqueline “Jackie” Pata to the position of President & Chief Executive Officer.

Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - The City and Borough of Juneau’s cold weather emergency shelter has closed for the season.

Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - Representative Kelly Merrick (R-Eagle River), a proponent of the amendment that was offered in committee by Rep. Cathy Tilton (R-Wasilla), issued a statement thanking colleagues for doing the right thing.

Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - Reflecting on the budget challenges facing the state and local governments, Juneau Assembly member Michelle Bonnet-Hale thinks it is a scary time for the State of Alaska.

ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — An Alaska man who stole a fossilized woolly mammoth tusk and sliced it into pieces for resale will serve nearly three years in federal prison.

JUNEAU, Alaska (AP) — Two former supervisors of Amanda Price, Gov. Mike Dunleavy's pick to lead the state Department of Public Safety, offered drastically different views Thursday of her work ethic and whether she should be confirmed for the job.

BETHEL, Alaska (AP) — An Alaska city has declared a public holiday honoring the hometown champion of this year's Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race.

JUNEAU, Alaska (AP) — The Alaska Department of Health and Social Services will suspend two months of payments from the state's Senior Benefits Program, officials said.

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Juneau, Alaska (AP) - Gov. Mike Dunleavy's pick to lead the Alaska Department of Public Safety says she was surprised by the testimony against her nomination by a former supervisor.

Seattle (KINY) - Dr. Richard McGrath of Sitka was arrested by the Seattle Port Authority at the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport upon his return from Mexico on Thursday.

Juneau, Alaska (AP) - The Alaska House has passed a state operating budget rejecting the level of cuts proposed by Gov. Mike Dunleavy, sending it to the Senate for further work.

Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - Drugs and burglars continue to be a problem for Juneau Police.

Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - Juneau Representative Sara Hannan has introduced legislation related to the Funter Bay Marine Park in Southeast Alaska.

The House voted 32-7 to send to the senate fast track legislation that provides 24 million for the marine highway system to keep running and 45 million for medicaid.

ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — A federal study says more shrubs growing on Arctic tundra likely will have little effect on the abundance of most bird species until the vegetation grows tall.