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Oil industry opposes gas pipeline tax bill over bundled oil tax increases
The Alaska Oil and Gas Association testified Friday against Senate Bill 280, arguing that oil tax increases bundled with gas pipeline incentives could undermine investment momentum in Alaska's oil sector.
by Alaska News18h ago3 min readFairbanks5 viewsAI
House Finance Hears Sharp Divide Over $95M for West Susitna Road
The House Finance Committee heard nearly two hours of testimony on a $95 million appropriation for the West Susitna Access Road, with opponents calling it a subsidy for foreign mining companies and supporters arguing it would unlock economic development.
by Alaska News6d ago4 min readAlaska, USA12 viewsAI
Air Force seeks permit to spray herbicides in Eielson cooling pond
Eielson Air Force Base is seeking a state permit to apply three herbicides in its cooling pond to prevent aquatic vegetation from clogging power plant intake systems, with public comments due June 13, 2026.
by Alaska News2d ago2 min readEielson Airforce Base3 viewsAI
Fort Knox Mine waste permit up for renewal after 26 years
Alaska's Department of Environmental Conservation is accepting public comments through June 7 on the first comprehensive waste management permit update for Fort Knox Mine since 2000.
by Alaska News1w ago2 min readFort Knox Mine, Fairbanks, Alaska4 viewsAI
Fort Knox Mine seeks renewal near Fairbanks; public comment due June 7
Fairbanks Gold Mining Inc. is seeking state renewal of operations and reclamation plans for Fort Knox Mine near Fairbanks, with public comments due June 7.
by Alaska News1w ago2 min readFairbanks4 viewsAI
House Finance hears divided testimony on $95M West Susitna road allocation
The House Finance Committee heard sharply divided public testimony on a proposed $95 million appropriation for the West Susitna Access Road, with rural residents and environmental advocates opposing what they called a mining subsidy while Mat-Su officials championed it as essential infrastructure.
by Alaska News6d ago5 min readAlaska, USA2 viewsAI
Vivid Northern Lights Draw Fairbanks Viewers to Night Sky
Fairbanks and North Pole residents witnessed vivid aurora borealis displays on April 19, 2026, featuring intense formations that matched UAF Geophysical Institute forecasts during the ongoing solar maximum period.
by Alaska News1w ago2 min readFairbanks and North Pole, Alaska4 viewsAI
House panel ties Alaska gas line tax breaks to Fairbanks spur line
House Resources Committee advances substitute bill requiring Alaska LNG project to build spur line to Fairbanks North Star Borough as condition for receiving tax incentives, ensuring Interior residents pay same tariff as Southcentral customers.
by Alaska News2w ago4 min readAlaska, USA6 viewsAI
Fairbanks Borough mails 2026 property assessment notices
The Fairbanks North Star Borough Assessing Department sent annual property assessment notices to all property owners at the end of January, showing current and previous year values that may increase based on neighborhood sales prices.
by Alaska News1w ago1 min readFairbanks North Star Borough3 viewsAI
State seeks public comment on Faith Creek placer mining plan near Chatanika
The state is accepting public comments until May 11 on a proposed placer mining amendment for Faith Creek near Chatanika in the Fairbanks Mining District.
by Alaska News2w ago1 min readFairbanks, Alaska5 viewsAI
Energy consultant: Alaska LNG tax bill could cut delivered cost by 20 cents
Energy consultant tells House Resources Committee that proposed alternative volumetric tax in HB 381 would reduce delivered cost to Asia by roughly 20 cents per MMBtu compared to current property tax, potentially making the $46+ billion project more competitive globally while still generating stable municipal revenue.
by Alaska News2w ago4 min readJuneau, AK, USA4 viewsAI
Alaska's power grid overseer plans closed meeting as Southcentral faces energy squeeze
A technical subcommittee for Alaska's Railbelt power grid will hold a closed meeting on April 15 to discuss grid issues.
by Alaska News1mo ago2 min readAnchorage, Alaska9 viewsAI
Fairbanks transportation committee to score community grant applications May 7
A Fairbanks transportation planning committee will meet May 7 to score applications for a new community grant program and recommend funding awards.
by Alaska News2w ago1 min readFairbanks, AK2 viewsAI
State imposes spring weight limits on Northern Region roads April 22
Alaska DOT will impose varying seasonal weight restrictions on Northern Region roads starting April 22 to protect pavement during spring thaw, with limits ranging from no restrictions on the Dalton Highway to 50 percent on some rural roads.
by Alaska News4w ago2 min readAlaska5 viewsAI
Senate panel advances property tax cap bill despite state warnings
The Senate Labor and Commerce Committee moved forward with a bill allowing municipalities to cap annual property tax assessment increases at 3 to 10 percent, despite state officials warning of revenue losses and administrative complexity.
by Alaska News3w ago3 min readJuneau, Alaska3 viewsAI
Fairbanks transportation board to discuss Chena Lakes road project May 8
The Fairbanks transportation planning board will meet May 8 to discuss a road construction cost increase and grant awards, with options to attend in person or online.
by Alaska News1w ago1 min read100 Cushman Street, Suite 215, Fairbanks, Alaska1 viewAI
State seeks public comment on pesticide plan for invasive elodea in Fairbanks sloughs
The state is accepting public comments through May 28 on a permit application to treat invasive elodea with pesticides in three sloughs near Fairbanks.
by Alaska News2w ago1 min readChena Slough, Piledriver Slough, and Manley Hot Springs Slough near Fairbanks, Alaska2 viewsAI
State imposes seasonal weight limits on northern highways starting May 6
The state transportation department is implementing varying seasonal weight restrictions on northern highways starting May 6, with limits ranging from 50 to 100 percent of legal axle loads depending on road conditions.
by Alaska News1w ago2 min readNorthern Region, Alaska1 viewAI
Fairbanks and Kodiak Residents Capture Last Aurora Displays Before Midnight Sun
by Alaska News3w ago3 min readFairbanks3 viewsAI
Senate Finance hears bill to add faculty regent to University board
The Senate Finance Committee held its first hearing on legislation that would add a tenured faculty member to the University of Alaska Board of Regents for a two-year term.
by Alaska News3w ago4 min readSenate2 viewsAI
House Judiciary adopts committee substitute for infant safety device bill
The House Judiciary Committee adopted a committee substitute for Senate Bill 9, which would create a legal framework for infant safety devices at hospitals and fire stations while adding civil immunity protections for parents who use Alaska's Safe Surrender Law.
by Alaska News3w ago5 min readJuneau, AK, USA2 viewsAI
Alaska Senate panel hears bill requiring human operators in commercial autonomous vehicles
The Senate Transportation Committee heard testimony on Senate Bill 148, which would require human safety operators in commercial autonomous vehicles operating in Alaska, citing the state's extreme weather conditions as a safety concern.
by Alaska News3w ago3 min readJuneau, AK, USA2 viewsAI
State seeks public comment on suction dredge mining plan near Trapper Creek
The state is accepting public comments through May 1 on a suction dredge mining application for Upper Cache Creek near Trapper Creek.
by Alaska News4w ago1 min readUpper Cache Creek, Yentna Mining District, Alaska3 viewsAI
State seeks engineering firm to fix leaky roof at Creamer's Field bunkhouse
Alaska is seeking an engineering firm to design roof repairs for a leaky historic bunkhouse at Creamer's Field used by Fish and Game offices.
by Alaska News1mo ago1 min readFairbanks4 viewsAI
State seeks engineering firm for Fairbanks airport road project
The state transportation department is seeking engineering firms to design rehabilitation work for the access road at Fairbanks International Airport, with proposals due May 13.
by Alaska News3w ago1 min readFairbanks International Airport2 viewsAI
Fairbanks father's testimony drives push for faster body cam release
The House State Affairs Committee heard emotional testimony from a Fairbanks father whose sons were shot by state troopers, fueling support for a bill requiring police to release body camera footage within 30 days of use-of-force incidents that result in death or serious injury.
by Alaska News2w ago5 min readAlaska1 viewAI
Fairbanks transportation planners to review Chena Riverwalk, road projects
The Fairbanks transportation planning committee will review road safety projects and the Chena Riverwalk expansion at a public meeting May 6.
by Alaska News2w ago1 min readFairbanks, AK1 viewAI
How to challenge your property assessment in Fairbanks North Star Borough
Property owners in Fairbanks North Star Borough have 30 days from the January assessment notice to appeal their property valuation, but must provide specific evidence and pay taxes on time even while the appeal is pending.
by Alaska News2w ago2 min readFairbanks North Star Borough, AK, USA1 viewAI
Northern lights draw crowds to Fairbanks and Kodiak viewing spots
by Alaska News3w ago2 min readKodiak and Fairbanks, Alaska2 viewsAI
State seeks public comment on Cleary Creek placer mining plan
The state is accepting public comments through May 12 on a placer mining application for Cleary Creek near Chatanika.
by Alaska News2w ago1 min readFairbanks Mining District, Alaska1 viewAI
Fairbanks transportation planners to discuss Chena Riverwalk, roundabout
The Fairbanks transportation planning board will meet April 15 to discuss the Chena Riverwalk project, a new roundabout, and other local transportation matters.
by Alaska News1mo ago1 min readFairbanks, AK3 viewsAI
Fairbanks Transportation Board to Preview Upcoming Policy Meeting
The Fairbanks transportation planning board will hold a public work session to preview their upcoming policy meeting agenda.
by Alaska News1mo ago1 min readFairbanks, Alaska3 viewsAI
State seeks public comment on 66-acre timber sale near Tok
The state is accepting public comments through May 21 on a forest land use plan for a 66-acre timber sale near Tok in the Tanana Valley State Forest.
by Alaska News4w ago1 min readTok2 viewsAI
State seeks public comment on Cherry Creek placer mining plan by April 30
The state is accepting public comments through April 30 on a placer mining application for Cherry Creek in the Fortymile Mining District.
by Alaska News4w ago1 min readCherry Creek, Fortymile Mining District, Alaska2 viewsAI
State seeks public comment on placer mining plan near Fairbanks
The state is accepting public comments through May 11 on a placer mining permit application for First Chance Creek near Fairbanks.
by Alaska News2w ago1 min readFairbanks1 viewAI
State seeks public comment on placer mine near Chicken through May 11
The state is accepting public comments through May 11 on a placer mining application for Confederate Creek near Chicken in the Fourtymile Mining District.
by Alaska News2w ago1 min readChicken, Alaska1 viewAI
Fairbanks Airport Cancels Customer Facility Charges in April 2026
Alaska's transportation department is canceling customer facility charges at Fairbanks International Airport and implementing new parking rate structures effective April 2026.
by Alaska News1mo ago1 min readFairbanks International Airport3 viewsAI
Forest Advisory Committee to Meet April 9, Public Comment at 7:50 PM
A citizens' advisory committee will meet April 9 to discuss management of the 1.8-million-acre Tanana Valley State Forest, with public comment scheduled for 7:50 PM.
by Alaska News1mo ago1 min readFairbanks3 viewsAI
State seeks public comment on Sourdough Creek placer mining expansion
The state is accepting public comments until April 28 on a proposal to expand placer mining equipment and add a gate at a Sourdough Creek mining claim near Fairbanks.
by Alaska News1mo ago1 min readFairbanks2 viewsAI
State approves public access easement at Nenana River Bridge near Rex
The state has approved a 2.1-acre public access easement for the Alaska Department of Transportation near the Nenana River Bridge at Rex on the Parks Highway.
by Alaska News1mo ago1 min readRex2 viewsAI