11/15/17
Oil and gas drilling in Alaska’s Arctic National Wildlife Refuge moved closer as a key Senate panel approved a bill to open the remote refuge to energy exploration.
Kennel Run By Four-Time Iditarod Champion Dallas Seavey Investigated
Author: Associated Press |
11/3/17
An animal welfare official in Alaska says he found no evidence of animal cruelty or neglect at a kennel operated by four-time Iditarod champion Dallas Seavey, who was recently accused in a dog-doping scandal.
Iditarod Musher Charged With Theft Of Kennels
Author: Associated Press |
10/20/17
A veteran musher in Alaska’s Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race is accused of stealing four dog kennels from another competitor following this year’s race.
Alaska Challenging Constitutionality Of Salmon Proposal
Author: Associated Press |10/20/17
The state of Alaska is challenging the constitutionality of a proposed ballot initiative aimed at protecting salmon habitat.
State Legal Opinion Recognizes Tribal Sovereignty
Author: Associated Press |
10/20/17
Alaska’s top lawyer has released a legal opinion on the status of tribal sovereignty in the state.
Allie The Alligator Rescued From Wasilla Bathtub
Author: Associated Press |10/19/17
It was an odd day for one Alaska animal control officer who took a call about an alligator outgrowing its bathtub.
Arctic Drilling Plan Slammed As ‘Polar Payout’ To Big Oil
Author: Associated Press |10/17/17
Democrats and environmental groups on Tuesday denounced a Republican plan to allow oil and gas drilling in Alaska’s Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, saying it would defile a crown jewel of U.S. wilderness to promote oil exports to China and other nations.
Family Says Man Killed by Alaska Officer Had 7 Bullet Wounds
Author: Associated Press |10/12/17
The family of a man killed by an Alaska police officer during a routine traffic stop said he had seven bullet wounds, including one contact wound under his left arm aimed at his lung and heart.
EPA To Review Comment Request On Alaska Proposal
Author: Associated Press |10/12/17
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency says it will review a request to extend the public comment period on its proposal to lift the restrictions on mining it once pursued for Alaska’s Bristol Bay region.
Alaska’s Popular Reindeer, Star, Dies In Owner’s Arms
Author: Associated Press |
10/10/17
A popular reindeer that could be seen walking the streets of downtown Anchorage has died at age 15.