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Alaska limits disability employment training to 50 care coordinators
Alaska is limiting a free online course on employment services for people with disabilities to the first 50 care coordinators who register, raising questions about workforce training capacity statewide.
by Alaska News1d ago2 min readAlaska1 viewAI
State approves indefinite easement for Red Devil Airport runway zone
Alaska DNR approved an indefinite land management agreement giving DOT&PF control over 8.82 acres of Kuskokwim River submerged lands for Red Devil Airport runway protection zones.
by Alaska News3d ago2 min readRed Devil, Alaska3 viewsAI
Sitka cemetery caretaker Bob Sam honored after decades of quiet service
Bob Sam of Sitka received the 2026 First Lady's Volunteer Award for more than 30 years of quietly maintaining and restoring the community's cemeteries as he steps back from the work.
by Alaska News3d ago1 min readAlaska3 viewsAI
Alaska Launches New Online Form for Vulnerable Adult Abuse Reports
Alaska's Division of Senior and Disabilities Services launched a new federally compliant online form consolidating all reports of harm to vulnerable adults and critical incidents into one system.
by Alaska News3d ago2 min readAlaska3 viewsAI
State proposes five-year lease for private plane parking at Kodiak Airport
Alaska DOT is accepting public comments through June 11 on a proposal to lease 3,500 square feet at Kodiak Airport for private aircraft parking at $759.50 annually.
by Alaska News4d ago1 min readKodiak Airport3 viewsAI
Mat-Su Borough seeks 632 acres near Palmer in dual land deal
The Matanuska-Susitna Borough is seeking both a 632-acre land conveyance and a 12-acre lease within that parcel near Palmer, with public comment due June 10, 2026.
by Alaska News1w ago2 min readPalmer, Matanuska-Susitna Borough6 viewsAI
Bank of America Files Four Debt Suits Against Kenai Residents in One Day
Bank of America filed four debt collection lawsuits against Kenai Peninsula residents on May 5, 2026, part of a pattern of collection activity that raises questions about whether the bank is pursuing debts it may have already sold.
by Alaska News1w ago1 min readKenai5 viewsAI
AG Nominee Cox Defends 110+ Amicus Briefs, Faces Questions on Alaska Priorities
Attorney General-designee Stephen Cox defended signing Alaska onto approximately 110 amicus briefs in eight months during his Senate Judiciary confirmation hearing, while senators questioned whether these national cases distract from Alaska-specific priorities like domestic violence prosecution.
by Alaska News2w ago4 min readJuneau, AK, USA14 viewsAI
Attorney panel to vote on which doctors can serve as workers' comp arbiters
A state attorney panel will meet four times in June and July to vote on which physicians can serve as second independent medical examiners in Alaska workers' compensation disputes.
by Alaska News1w ago1 min readAlaska3 viewsAI
Senate panel advances Salazar to Human Rights Commission
The Senate Judiciary Committee forwarded Grace Salazar's nomination to the Alaska State Commission on Human Rights to a joint session for confirmation.
by Alaska News3w ago2 min readSenate10 viewsAI
Alaska judicial conduct commission to hold rare probable cause hearing this spring
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Bristol Bay tribes fight to defend EPA veto of Pebble Mine in court
by Alaska News3w ago2 min readBristol Bay9 viewsAI
Alaska Senate Panel Weighs Tougher Hit-and-Run Penalties
The Senate Judiciary Committee heard testimony on legislation that would establish a 4-7 year presumptive sentencing range for fatal hit-and-run crashes involving criminal negligence.
by Alaska News1mo ago3 min readJuneau, AK, USA11 viewsAI
State seeks contractors for substance abuse treatment at two Wasilla prisons
Alaska is seeking contractors to provide substance abuse treatment services at two correctional facilities in Wasilla, with proposals due May 1.
by Alaska News1mo ago1 min readWasilla, Alaska14 viewsAI
Senate panel advances two nominees to Alaska Violent Crimes Compensation Board
The Senate Judiciary Committee recommended two gubernatorial appointees — Anna Cometa seeking a second term and Joel Hard, a new nominee with 40 years in law enforcement — for confirmation to the Alaska Violent Crimes Compensation Board, which has seen a 32% increase in applications since 2022.
by Alaska News2w ago3 min readJuneau4 viewsAI
Veterans sentencing bill advances despite concerns over court authority
The House Judiciary Committee heard testimony on HB 299, which would allow veterans convicted of misdemeanors to enter therapeutic programs over prosecutor objections, with state officials warning of litigation risks over separation of powers.
by Alaska News2w ago5 min readJuneau, AK, USA3 viewsAI
Alaska Department of Law seeks vendors for new legal case management system
Alaska's Department of Law is seeking contractors to modernize its legal case management system with cloud-based software.
by Alaska News1mo ago1 min readAlaska8 viewsAI
State seeks bids for $1M-$2.5M roof replacement at DPS headquarters
The state is accepting bids through May 13, 2026, for a $1 million to $2.5 million roof replacement project at the Department of Public Safety headquarters in Anchorage.
by Alaska News3w ago1 min readAnchorage4 viewsAI
Alaska Railroad seeks bids for retirement plan services by May 15
The Alaska Railroad Corporation is soliciting proposals from qualified firms to provide retirement plan administration and record keeping services for its 401(k) and 457(b) plans, which hold approximately $160 million in assets.
by Alaska News3w ago1 min readAlaska3 viewsAI
Senate Finance hears bill expanding civil rights protections to nonprofits
The Senate Finance Committee heard testimony on HB 23, which would extend workplace discrimination protections to approximately 44,000 Alaskans employed by nonprofits and rename the Human Rights Commission.
by Alaska News3w ago4 min readAlaska2 viewsAI
Alaska lawmakers urge federal reclassification of 911 dispatchers
The Senate Labor and Commerce Committee heard testimony on a resolution urging Congress to reclassify emergency dispatchers from clerical workers to protective service personnel, granting them access to federal training and mental health resources.
by Alaska News3w ago3 min readJuneau, Alaska2 viewsAI
House Judiciary Advances Bill Restoring PFDs for Wrongfully Convicted
The House Judiciary Committee unanimously approved legislation allowing Alaskans whose criminal convictions were overturned to claim past Permanent Fund Dividends they were denied while incarcerated.
by Alaska News3w ago4 min readJuneau, AK, USA2 viewsAI
Public Hearings Set for Four Alaska Judicial Vacancies in May
The Alaska Judicial Council will hold public hearings in Anchorage and Kotzebue in May to receive comments on applicants for four judicial vacancies.
by Alaska News2w ago1 min readAlaska1 viewAI
State seeks bids for controls installation work in Anchorage
The Alaska Department of Natural Resources is accepting bids for a controls installation project in Anchorage, with bid documents available by email request.
by Alaska News2w ago1 min readAnchorage, Alaska1 viewAI
State commission seeks input on federal land management in Alaska
A state commission will meet in May 2026 to discuss Bureau of Land Management cabins and other federal land management issues in Alaska.
by Alaska News2w ago1 min readAlaska1 viewAI
State seeks comments on airport storage lease expansion by May 30
The state is accepting public comments through May 30 on a proposed lease supplement that would add storage space for a food and beverage operator at Anchorage's airport.
by Alaska News2w ago1 min readTed Stevens Anchorage International Airport, Anchorage, Alaska1 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
State seeks surveying contractor for Anchorage airport runway project
The state transportation department is seeking a contractor to provide surveying and mapping services for reconstruction work on a runway at Anchorage's airport, with proposals due May 19.
by Alaska News2w ago1 min readAnchorage1 viewAI
State seeks bids for Court Plaza Building renovations in Juneau
The Alaska Department of Family and Community Services has announced bid results for floor renovations at Juneau's Court Plaza Building, with project manager Jose Torres handling inquiries.
by Alaska News2w ago1 min readCourt Plaza Building, Juneau, AK1 viewAI
Bradley Lake group seeks attorney for Railbelt grid case
The Bradley Project Management Committee is seeking legal representation for a state regulatory case about the Railbelt power grid and transmission tariff.
by Alaska News2w ago1 min readAlaska1 viewAI
Alaska Senate considers tougher penalties for hit-and-run deaths
The Senate Community and Regional Affairs Committee heard testimony on legislation that would create enhanced penalties for drivers who flee fatal accidents without rendering aid.
by Alaska News1mo ago2 min readSenate Community & Regional Affairs2 viewsAI
Alaska Legislature seeks office space in Anchorage, plans May award
The Alaska State Legislature plans to award a contract in early May for office space in Anchorage.
by Alaska News3w ago1 min readAnchorage Alaska1 viewAI
State to issue gravel extraction contract near Deadhorse
The state will issue a contract allowing Savant Alaska to extract 45,000 cubic yards of gravel from public land near Deadhorse.
by Alaska News3w ago1 min readDeadhorse, Alaska1 viewAI
Alaska Bar Association to hold annual business meeting May 1 in Juneau
The Alaska Bar Association will hold its annual business meeting May 1 in Juneau, open to the public.
by Alaska News3w ago1 min readCentennial Hall Convention Center, Juneau1 viewAI
State council seeks public input on special education by May 4
The Governor's Council on Disabilities and Special Education is accepting public testimony on special education services during its May 4-5 meeting in Anchorage.
by Alaska News3w ago1 min readAtwood Building, 550 W. 7th Avenue, Anchorage, AK 995011 viewAI
State seeks proposals for Juneau office building roof repairs
The state is seeking professional service proposals for roof inspection, repair planning, and construction administration at the Juneau State Office Building, with submissions due May 14.
by Alaska News3w ago1 min readJuneau State Office Building, Juneau, AK1 viewAI
Judicial conduct commission to decide if judge faces formal charges
The Alaska Commission on Judicial Conduct will meet April 24 to determine whether to file formal charges against a judge following a misconduct investigation.
by Alaska News3w ago1 min readAnchorage1 viewAI
State seeks public input on land sale in Talkeetna by May 27
The state is accepting public comments through May 27 on a proposed 1.42-acre land sale to the Matanuska-Susitna Borough in Talkeetna.
by Alaska News3w ago1 min readTalkeetna, Matanuska-Susitna Borough, Alaska1 viewAI
Air Force seeks 2,000 cubic yards of gravel near Fairbanks
The Alaska Department of Natural Resources will issue a contract allowing the Air Force to extract 2,000 cubic yards of gravel from a site northwest of Fairbanks on Murphy Dome Road.
by Alaska News3w ago1 min readFairbanks1 viewAI
Alaska Judicial Council seeks applicants for Nome Superior Court judge
The Alaska Judicial Council is accepting applications until May 8, 2026, for a superior court judge position in Nome following Judge Romano DiBenedetto's resignation.
by Alaska News3w ago1 min readNome1 viewAI