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Gavel Alaska is a statewide service of KTOO Public Media, providing live, unedited coverage of state government.
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In an interview, Shower said he was concerned his duties as a legislator would create roadblocks in the campaign.

(From @alaskapublic.org)
Wasilla Sen. Mike Shower says he'll resign to campaign for lieutenant governor
Shower, a Republican, is the sitting state Senate minority leader and has served in the body since 2018. He's running alongside gubernatorial candidate Bernadette Wilson.
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October 31, 2025 at 5:59 PM
The Alaska Supreme Court is in session today with two cases. Watch oral arguments live at gavelalaska.org.
October 30, 2025 at 4:27 PM
The legislative task force charged with making recommendations on education funding before the 2027 Legislature convenes is holding a meeting in Juneau on Thursday morning. Watch live coverage on TV or online. www.ktoo.org/video/gavel/... #akleg
October 30, 2025 at 12:25 AM
Alaska Supreme Court oral arguments today:
11:00 - State of Alaska, et al. v. Planned Parenthood
1:30 - Alaskans for Honest Elections; Ranked Choice Education Association v. Alaska Public Offices Commission & Alaskans for Better Elections
Watch both cases live on KTOO 360TV or at gavelalaska.org
October 29, 2025 at 5:42 PM
The Alaska Supreme Court is set to hear oral arguments in two significant cases on Wednesday. Watch live coverage on KTOO 360TV and at gavelalaska.org.
11:00 case background: alaskabeacon.com/2024/09/04/a...
1:30 case background: alaskabeacon.com/2024/06/21/s...
October 27, 2025 at 6:28 PM
Gov. Dunleavy and state emergency officials took questions from reporters in Bethel and provided an update on recovery efforts after touring Kwigillingok and Kipnuk following the remnants of Typhoon Halong. Watch => www.ktoo.org/video/gavel/...
October 18, 2025 at 5:47 PM
The 2025 Alaska Federation of Natives convention takes place this Thursday through Saturday in Anchorage. Watch AFN live statewide on KTOO 360TV beginning at 8:30 a.m. Thursday. www.ktoo.org/360tv/where-...
October 15, 2025 at 9:46 PM
Gov. Dunleavy holds a press conference to provide an update on the west coast storm. He is joined by Sen. Sullivan, Sen. Murkowski, Rep. Begich, cabinet members and emergency officials. Watch: www.ktoo.org/video/gavel/...
October 13, 2025 at 10:54 PM
KTOO 360TV will once again carry this year's First Alaskans Institute Elders & Youth Conference. Watch live starting Sunday at 3:00 p.m. How to watch => www.ktoo.org/360TV/where-...
October 12, 2025 at 6:55 PM
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Oct. 1 is a historic day. It marks the official end of federal funding for public radio and television.

But public media endures: independent, resilient and powered by you. Here at KTOO, we’ll keep telling the stories that matter to Juneau and Alaska.

We may be defunded, but we remain determined.
Building a Bridge to Transformation
A statement from KTOO President and General Manager, Justin Shoman Juneau, AK - September 18th: Two months ago today, at the President's behest, Congress
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October 1, 2025 at 4:55 PM
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Alaska Gov. Dunleavy vetoes interior design bill, his eighth veto so far this year, reports James Brooks via the @alaskabeacon.com
Alaska Gov. Dunleavy vetoes interior design bill, his eighth veto so far this year | Alaska Beacon
Dunleavy has vetoed almost a quarter of all bills that passed the House and Senate during the regular session this spring.
alaskabeacon.com
September 24, 2025 at 4:39 PM
The Alaska Supreme Court hears oral arguments in three cases this morning. Watch these and all Supreme Court cases live or on-demand at gavelalaska.org.
September 24, 2025 at 4:44 PM
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KTOO is hiring a managing editor to lead our small but mighty newsroom. Open until filled with an initial screening of candidates beginning Monday, September 15, 2025.
Managing Editor - KTOO
KTOO is hiring a managing editor to lead our small but mighty newsroom. This person will shape editorial decisions, set priority for KTOO news coverage and ensure the distribution of high quality…
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September 10, 2025 at 7:27 PM
The Alaska Supreme Court hears oral arguments in the case of State v. Gerdes today at 1:30. Watch live at gavelalaska.org.
September 3, 2025 at 4:30 PM
In a letter, Gov. Dunleavy says he will not be calling another special session immediately following the current 30-day session, but may call additional special sessions next year if the Legislature does not address his education priorities in the next regular session. #akleg
August 30, 2025 at 7:53 PM
“We’re having a discussion, I’ll let you know,” he said during a press briefing in Anchorage on Wednesday. #akleg
August 28, 2025 at 6:30 PM
This morning, Gov. Dunleavy signed an MOU on federal permitting assistance and was joined by Rep. Begich and several members of the U.S. House Committee on Natural Resources to discuss resource development in Alaska. Watch: www.ktoo.org/video/gavel/...
August 27, 2025 at 10:01 PM
Sunday’s Senate and House technical sessions have both officially been canceled. The special legislative session will expire Sunday evening at midnight. #akleg
August 26, 2025 at 11:47 PM
The Alaska Supreme Court heard oral arguments in two cases this morning. Watch at gavelalaska.org.
August 20, 2025 at 8:45 PM
The House and Senate are both adjourned until Sunday, August 31st at 10:00 a.m. for technical sessions. #akleg
August 19, 2025 at 7:50 PM
We're starting to see some activity on the floor. Watch our coverage starting shortly at gavelalaska.org or on KTOO 360TV. #akleg
August 19, 2025 at 7:15 PM
The Senate and House are now delayed to a call of the chair. We’ll update when we have an updated start time. #akleg
August 19, 2025 at 5:17 PM
As part of the 30 day special session that began on August 2, the Senate and House are holding technical floor sessions today. In a technical session, no business is conducted and a quorum is not required. #akleg
August 19, 2025 at 4:12 PM
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Alaska lawmakers voted today to overrode Gov. Mike Dunleavy’s veto of some $51 million in state funding for public schools.
Alaska lawmakers override Dunleavy’s education funding veto
The vote was the second successful veto override after lawmakers convened Saturday for a special session called by Dunleavy.
alaskapublic.org
August 2, 2025 at 10:17 PM
Governor Dunleavy has also announced a press availability following the Joint Majority press availability this afternoon. #akleg
August 2, 2025 at 10:26 PM