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University of Alaska president Pat Pitney announced plans to retire in 2026, writes @corinne-smith.bsky.social for the @alaskabeacon.com alaskabeacon.com/2025/11/13/u...
University of Alaska president Pat Pitney announces retirement in 2026 | Alaska Beacon
The University of Alaska’s President Pat Pitney announced she will retire in May, after almost 30 years in public service in Alaska.
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November 14, 2025 at 1:21 AM
University of Alaska president Pat Pitney announced plans to retire in 2026, writes @corinne-smith.bsky.social for the @alaskabeacon.com alaskabeacon.com/2025/11/13/u...
Tribes and environmental groups sue to stop road planned for Alaska wildlife refuge, writes @yjrosen.bsky.social for the @alaskabeacon.com alaskabeacon.com/2025/11/13/t...
Tribes and environmental groups sue to stop road planned for Alaska wildlife refuge | Alaska Beacon
Three lawsuits take aim at a land trade that would allow for a road through designated wilderness in Izembek National Wildlife Refuge.
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November 13, 2025 at 8:26 PM
Tribes and environmental groups sue to stop road planned for Alaska wildlife refuge, writes @yjrosen.bsky.social for the @alaskabeacon.com alaskabeacon.com/2025/11/13/t...
As health costs spike, a sour and divided Congress escapes one shutdown to face another, write Jennifer Shutt, Ariana Figueroa and Shauneen Miranda for @statesnewsroom.com alaskabeacon.com/2025/11/13/r...
As health costs spike, a sour and divided Congress escapes one shutdown to face another | Alaska Beacon
Congress has roughly two months to find bipartisan agreement to curb rising health insurance costs and avoid another government shutdown.
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November 13, 2025 at 8:19 PM
As health costs spike, a sour and divided Congress escapes one shutdown to face another, write Jennifer Shutt, Ariana Figueroa and Shauneen Miranda for @statesnewsroom.com alaskabeacon.com/2025/11/13/r...
Trump officials say Alaska is ‘open for business.’ So far, no one’s buying, writes Lois Ashley for @grist.org. alaskabeacon.com/2025/11/13/t...
Trump officials say Alaska is ‘open for business.’ So far, no one’s buying. | Alaska Beacon
Despite the administration’s enthusiasm for developing the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, oil companies have shown little interest.
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November 13, 2025 at 6:14 PM
Trump officials say Alaska is ‘open for business.’ So far, no one’s buying, writes Lois Ashley for @grist.org. alaskabeacon.com/2025/11/13/t...
Solar flares cause spectacular aurora borealis in Alaska skies, writes Claire Stremple for the @alaskabeacon.com alaskabeacon.com/2025/11/12/s...
Solar flares cause spectacular aurora borealis in Alaska skies | Alaska Beacon
A series of solar flares, essentially explosions on the surface of the sun, caused unusually bright and colorful displays of aurora borealis in Alaska and other northern latitudes on Tuesday night. Un...
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November 13, 2025 at 12:58 AM
Solar flares cause spectacular aurora borealis in Alaska skies, writes Claire Stremple for the @alaskabeacon.com alaskabeacon.com/2025/11/12/s...
The US House is expected to clear a bill reopening the government after record-shattering shutdown, write Jennifer Shutt, Ariana Figueroa and Shauneen Miranda for @statesnewsroom.com alaskabeacon.com/2025/11/12/r...
US House expected to clear bill reopening the government after record-shattering shutdown | Alaska Beacon
The U.S. House plans to approve a stopgap spending bill that will end the government shutdown once President Donald Trump signs it.
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November 12, 2025 at 11:24 PM
The US House is expected to clear a bill reopening the government after record-shattering shutdown, write Jennifer Shutt, Ariana Figueroa and Shauneen Miranda for @statesnewsroom.com alaskabeacon.com/2025/11/12/r...
In a commentary for the @alaskabeacon.com, Heather Hardcastle speaks up for wild salmon rivers in a tribute to John Morris Sr.
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Speaking up for wild salmon rivers: A tribute to John Morris, Sr. | Alaska Beacon
John opened his eyes and beamed. “I’ll be darned. Yes, I know just that sweet smell. Keep sharing your love of your home, of salmon rivers, Heather. You’ll remind others to speak of their love, too.”
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November 12, 2025 at 11:18 PM
In a commentary for the @alaskabeacon.com, Heather Hardcastle speaks up for wild salmon rivers in a tribute to John Morris Sr.
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New lawsuit seeks to block revived bear-culling program in Western Alaska, writes @yjrosen.bsky.social for the @alaskabeacon.com alaskabeacon.com/2025/11/12/n...
New lawsuit seeks to block revived bear-culling program in Western Alaska | Alaska Beacon
The new Mulchatna predator control program has some of the same flaws that marred the previous program, environmental plaintiffs claim.
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November 12, 2025 at 7:15 PM
New lawsuit seeks to block revived bear-culling program in Western Alaska, writes @yjrosen.bsky.social for the @alaskabeacon.com alaskabeacon.com/2025/11/12/n...
US House Dems say newly released Epstein emails show Trump knew about abuse, writes Ashley Murray for @statesnewsroom.com alaskabeacon.com/2025/11/12/r...
US House Dems say newly released Epstein emails show Trump knew about abuse | Alaska Beacon
U.S. House Democrats say emails show President Donald Trump knew about the financier’s abuse of underage girls as far back as 2011.
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November 12, 2025 at 7:12 PM
US House Dems say newly released Epstein emails show Trump knew about abuse, writes Ashley Murray for @statesnewsroom.com alaskabeacon.com/2025/11/12/r...
Alaska troopers seize Kodiak trawl group’s electronics in bycatch probe, writes Nathaniel Herz for the Northern Journal in this article republished by the @alaskabeacon.com alaskabeacon.com/2025/11/12/a...
Alaska troopers seize Kodiak trawl group’s electronics in bycatch probe | Alaska Beacon
An investigation appears to center on whether seafood companies violated federal rules by processing accidentally caught salmon and halibut into low-value fish meal.
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November 12, 2025 at 5:16 PM
Alaska troopers seize Kodiak trawl group’s electronics in bycatch probe, writes Nathaniel Herz for the Northern Journal in this article republished by the @alaskabeacon.com alaskabeacon.com/2025/11/12/a...
DNA testing of bones at the Alaska crime lab can help shed light on cold cases, officials say, reports Corinne Smith for the @alaskabeacon.com
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DNA testing of bones at the Alaska crime lab can help shed light on cold cases, officials say | Alaska Beacon
State and local law enforcement officials announced a breakthrough on a more than 25 year old cold case in Juneau this summer, thanks in part to a DNA analysis tool at the Alaska Scientific Crime Dete...
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November 12, 2025 at 5:14 PM
DNA testing of bones at the Alaska crime lab can help shed light on cold cases, officials say, reports Corinne Smith for the @alaskabeacon.com
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The shutdown tug-of-war over SNAP benefits: a timeline. Jacob Fischler and Ashley Murray of @statesnewsroom.com break down one of the most consequential results of the shutdown.
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The shutdown tug-of-war over SNAP benefits: a timeline | Alaska Beacon
The off-and-on freeze of benefits for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program was among the most consequential effects of the shutdown.
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November 12, 2025 at 1:00 AM
The shutdown tug-of-war over SNAP benefits: a timeline. Jacob Fischler and Ashley Murray of @statesnewsroom.com break down one of the most consequential results of the shutdown.
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To forestall more severe climate disasters, Alaskans can reduce methane leaks, writes Kate Troll in a commentary for the @alaskabeacon.com
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To forestall more severe climate disasters, Alaskans can reduce methane leaks | Alaska Beacon
The present disaster returns me to the hope that reducing methane emissions is a way Alaskans can make a difference on climate change.
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November 11, 2025 at 10:22 PM
To forestall more severe climate disasters, Alaskans can reduce methane leaks, writes Kate Troll in a commentary for the @alaskabeacon.com
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Trump administration sets terms for upcoming oil and gas lease sale in Alaska’s Cook Inlet, writes @yjrosen.bsky.social for the @alaskabeacon.com alaskabeacon.com/2025/11/11/t...
Trump administration sets terms for upcoming oil and gas lease sale in Alaska’s Cook Inlet | Alaska Beacon
The ‘Big Beautiful Cook Inlet Oil and Gas Lease Sale,’ set for March, would follow a series of auctions that drew little industry interest.
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November 11, 2025 at 6:15 PM
Trump administration sets terms for upcoming oil and gas lease sale in Alaska’s Cook Inlet, writes @yjrosen.bsky.social for the @alaskabeacon.com alaskabeacon.com/2025/11/11/t...
Alaska extends disaster declaration for west coast storms, writes @corinne-smith.bsky.social for the @alaskabeacon.com
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Alaska extends disaster declaration for west coast storms | Alaska Beacon
Gov. Mike Dunleavy signed an extension of the state’s disaster declaration on Saturday to continue emergency response and recovery efforts following the Western Alaska storms, including the remnants o...
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November 11, 2025 at 2:06 AM
Alaska extends disaster declaration for west coast storms, writes @corinne-smith.bsky.social for the @alaskabeacon.com
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Anchorage state senator enters crowded Alaska gubernatorial field, writes @yjrosen.bsky.social for the @alaskabeacon.com alaskabeacon.com/briefs/ancho...
Anchorage state senator enters crowded Alaska gubernatorial field | Alaska Beacon
Matt Claman has entered the race to become Alaska's next governor, making him the 14th candidate and the second Democrat running.
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November 11, 2025 at 12:42 AM
Anchorage state senator enters crowded Alaska gubernatorial field, writes @yjrosen.bsky.social for the @alaskabeacon.com alaskabeacon.com/briefs/ancho...
States are told by the Trump administration to ‘undo’ full SNAP benefits paid for November, writes Jacob Fischler for the @statesnewsroom.com
States told by Trump administration to 'undo' full SNAP benefits paid for November | Alaska Beacon
The Trump administration has instructed states that authorized full November nutrition assistance benefits to return a portion.
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November 10, 2025 at 9:00 PM
States are told by the Trump administration to ‘undo’ full SNAP benefits paid for November, writes Jacob Fischler for the @statesnewsroom.com
Climate threats could cost Alaska billions. After October’s storm, advocates say it’s time to act, writes Nathaniel Herz for the Northern Journal. alaskabeacon.com/2025/11/08/c...
Climate threats could cost Alaska billions. After October's storm, advocates say it’s time to act. | Alaska Beacon
The state’s elected leaders have been fielding questions about how to protect a region that faces growing threats from storms as the climate warms.
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November 10, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Climate threats could cost Alaska billions. After October’s storm, advocates say it’s time to act, writes Nathaniel Herz for the Northern Journal. alaskabeacon.com/2025/11/08/c...
US Senate advances bill to end record-breaking government shutdown, writes Ashley Murray for @statesnewsroom.com alaskabeacon.com/2025/11/10/r...
US Senate advances bill to end record-breaking government shutdown | Alaska Beacon
Seven U.S. Senate Democrats and one independent joined Republicans on Sunday night to advance legislation to reopen the government until the end of January.
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November 10, 2025 at 6:33 PM
US Senate advances bill to end record-breaking government shutdown, writes Ashley Murray for @statesnewsroom.com alaskabeacon.com/2025/11/10/r...
Officials and advocates say date rape drugging is difficult to confirm, but an ongoing issue in Alaska, writes @corinne-smith.bsky.social for the @alaskabeacon.com alaskabeacon.com/2025/11/10/o...
Officials, advocates say date rape drugging difficult to confirm, but an ongoing issue in Alaska | Alaska Beacon
While anecdotal stories of suspected roofying or date rape drugging circulate around Alaska, cases and culprits are difficult to confirm.
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November 10, 2025 at 6:08 PM
Officials and advocates say date rape drugging is difficult to confirm, but an ongoing issue in Alaska, writes @corinne-smith.bsky.social for the @alaskabeacon.com alaskabeacon.com/2025/11/10/o...
Alaska Division of Elections begins reviewing petition to repeal election reform law, writes @alaska.bsky.social for the @alaskabeacon.com
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Alaska Division of Elections begins reviewing petition to repeal election reform law | Alaska Beacon
If successful, the proposed ballot measure would conceal dark money and allow political parties to set the rules for primary elections.
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November 10, 2025 at 6:06 PM
Alaska Division of Elections begins reviewing petition to repeal election reform law, writes @alaska.bsky.social for the @alaskabeacon.com
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Alaska Supreme Court bans disgraced federal judge from practicing law in the state, writes @alaska.bsky.social for the @alaskabeacon.com
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Alaska Supreme Court bans disgraced federal judge from practicing law in the state | Alaska Beacon
Josh Kindred, recommended by Alaska Republican Sens. Dan Sullivan and Lisa Murkowski, was appointed by President Donald Trump.
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November 8, 2025 at 1:56 AM
Alaska Supreme Court bans disgraced federal judge from practicing law in the state, writes @alaska.bsky.social for the @alaskabeacon.com
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Alaska parole rates are among the lowest in the nation. Advocates want to know why, writes @corinne-smith.bsky.social for the @alaskabeacon.com alaskabeacon.com/2025/11/07/a...
Alaska parole rates are among the lowest in the nation. Advocates want to know why. | Alaska Beacon
The number of people approved for discretionary parole by the Alaska State Board of Parole has dropped significantly in recent years, and advocates are asking the board for explanations.
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November 8, 2025 at 12:08 AM
Alaska parole rates are among the lowest in the nation. Advocates want to know why, writes @corinne-smith.bsky.social for the @alaskabeacon.com alaskabeacon.com/2025/11/07/a...
Alaska’s public schools serve as emergency shelters. Those buildings are also in crisis, writes KYUK's Emily Schwing. alaskabeacon.com/2025/11/07/a...
Alaska’s public schools serve as emergency shelters. Those buildings are also in crisis. | Alaska Beacon
When disaster strikes, public school buildings are integral as safe havens in hundreds of predominantly Indigenous villages across Alaska.
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November 7, 2025 at 10:57 PM
Alaska’s public schools serve as emergency shelters. Those buildings are also in crisis, writes KYUK's Emily Schwing. alaskabeacon.com/2025/11/07/a...
Full November SNAP benefits to be issued by Trump administration despite shutdown, writes Jacob Fischler for @statesnewsroom.com. alaskabeacon.com/2025/11/07/r...
Full November SNAP benefits to be issued by Trump administration despite shutdown | Alaska Beacon
The U.S. Department of Agriculture told states Friday it was releasing full November funding for the nation’s major food assistance program.
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November 7, 2025 at 8:53 PM
Full November SNAP benefits to be issued by Trump administration despite shutdown, writes Jacob Fischler for @statesnewsroom.com. alaskabeacon.com/2025/11/07/r...