Alaska News Nightly: Thursday, December 11, 2025
An effort in Congress to extend healthcare subsidies fails, even with support from both of Alaska’s senators.
An effort in Congress to extend healthcare subsidies fails, even with support from both of Alaska’s senators.
The governor’s budget fully funds the increase in education spending lawmakers approved this year and $3,650 Permanent Fund dividends.
NOAA scientists emphasized that last year’s projections were reliable enough to guide 2026 limits.
Local trappers harvested about 50 lynx in 2019 and 2020 combined. One researcher expects another peak could come in the next two or three years.
Sen. Dan Sullivan’s vote was a surprise. “He’s feeling the heat,” said the Alaska Democratic Party chair.
State surveys have found that the existing Cold Bay dock “is nearing the end of its serviceable life and is at risk of failing.”
Officials say scam artists may pose as government officials, aid workers, or employees of insurance agencies.
As Democrats campaigning on affordability pick up wins, Trump’s messaging about a strong economy is at odds with widespread voter sentiment that he’s not doing enough to tackle rising costs.
Looking to spruce up your weekend? The Anchorage Weekender rounded up nine things to do, with holiday events (and markets!) in full swing.
The government’s 10% stake in Trilogy Metals is one in a string of deals the Trump administration made to spur domestic resource production for national security.