Anchorage ranked no. 48 in the nation for fiscal health.

Anchorage needed $665.4 million to get out of the red

Gov. Dunleavy Issues Extension Of Coronavirus Public Health Disaster Response

To date, Alaska has had over 49,000 confirmed cases, 227 deaths from COVID-19, and more than 39,000 vaccination doses administered.

Dunleavy Directs Reopening Of Silvertip Maintenance Station

"Every mile of public pavement is essential to the safe movement of Alaskans throughout the state," the governor said.

2020 Ballot Measures: What kind of Democracy are we now?

2020 Ballot Measures suggest major shifts in U.S. drug, labor, and elections policy

Governor Dunleavy Provides Additional Financial Support For Anchorage’s Small Businesses

This morning, Governor Mike Dunleavy expedited the release of the remaining $20 million in federal CARES Act funding for the Municipality.

Governor Dunleavy Urges Alaskans To Take Immediate Action To Slow COVID-19

Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy urged Alaskans to take immediate action to combat the virus as the state remains in the red zone.

Alaska Governor Issues New Coronavirus Public Health Disaster Emergency Declaration

The declaration goes into effect Nov. 16.

New Supplies, Equipment, Facilities Secured To Fight Coronavirus In Alaska

Officials say a new commercial testing lab will add capacity and decrease turnaround time for results.

Gov. Dunleavy Approves CARES Funding To Help Brother Francis Shelter

The facility is dealing with a COVID-19 outbreak.

Gov. Dunleavy Expands AK CARES To Help More Small Businesses

The expansion goes into effect on Monday, Aug. 31.

Governor Issues Updated Interstate And International Travel Guidance

Interstate and international travelers are welcome to come to Alaska as long as they abide by restrictions.

Governor Thanks Alaska State Legislature For Action On CARES Act Funding

The money will provide COVID-19 economic relief to communities, businesses, non-profits and individuals.

2020 Permanent Fund Dividend Distribution To Begin July 1

The funds, which normally go to eligible Alaska residents in October, are being given out earlier due to the Coronavirus pandemic.

Governor To Allow Businesses To Reopen at 100% Capacity On Friday

Alaskans are still encouraged to follow other Coronavirus guidelines, including standing six feet apart.

Alaska's First Lady Announces Volunteer Of The Year Award Recipients

This year's honorees chosen for their service to others during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Dunleavy Administration To Distribute Additional CARES Act Funds

The money is going to communities, small businesses, and non-profits statewide to mitigate the economic impact caused by COVID-19.

Traffic Now Allowed Between Communities On The Road System And In-State Travel By The Alaska Marine Highway System

Travel still prohibited to communities off the road system that are not served by the AMHS except for critical needs.

Gov. Dunleavy Commits Funds To Alaska Child Care Providers

Of the state's 492 licensed providers, 205 are currently closed due to the Coronavirus.

Governor Dunleavy Announces Phase Two Of Reopen Alaska Responsibly Plan

Most non-essential businesses will be allowed to reopen with safeguards on Friday.

Gov. Dunleavy Issues Further Guidance On Coronavirus Health Mandate 16

COVID-19 Health Mandate 16 provides guidance on social distancing, intrastate travel, social gatherings, and religious gatherings.

Alaska's Rural Villages Lack Law Enforcement, Cops Patrol Suburbs Instead

Many remote Alaska Native villages have no law enforcement. But state troopers can be found in wealthier, and mainly non-Native, suburbs.

Justice Dept. To Fund More Prosecutors, Jails, Cops In Rural Alaska

Alaska Native advocates want long-term reforms to increase their role in local justice systems as well.

Assembly Votes To Extend Anchorage Civil Emergency To Aug. 6

The Anchorage Assembly voted to extend the Civil Emergency in the Municipality of Anchorage (MOA) until Aug. 6, 2019 at 11:59 p.m.

Attorney General Joins Multi-State Coalition to Protect Lotteries

Concern over recent DoJ opinion that may negatively impact state-run and multi-state lotteries, including Mega Millions and Powerball.

Anchorage Finances Earn 'C' Grade

A new report on the financial condition of the 75 most populous cities ranks Anchorage no. 21 in the nation for fiscal health.

Alaskans Wake Up More Than $1K Richer

The payout is just half of the expected $2,200 windfall, which was reduced for a second consecutive year.

Bering Sea Earthquake: Alaska Tsunami Warning Canceled

The quake was measured at magnitude 7.4 when it struck in the Komandorskiye Ostrova region of Russian, about 1,400 miles east of Anchorage.

Alaska Marijuana: Regulators Renew Onsite Pot Use Debate

The Marijuana Control Board voted to re-open the debate about onsite pot use at retailers. Proposals are expected to be discussed on Friday.

GOP Health Care Bill: Alaska Would Get $2B In Federal Money

Among the Republican holdouts needed to pass the bill is Alaska Sen. Lisa Murkowski. The state has unusually high medical costs.

Exploratory Drilling In Alaska's Beaufort Sea Approved

Eni US Operating Co. Inc. plans to drill four exploration wells from Spy Island, an artificial gravel island in state waters.

Hansen Kirkpatrick, Teen U.S. Soldier, Killed In Afghanistan: 'He Always Had My Back'

America just lost one of its young soldiers abroad — hours before the start of Independence Day. His loved ones back home are in disbelief.

Alaska Honors Black Soldiers' Work On Highway During WWII

About 4,000 segregated black soldiers helped build the highway. The 1,500-mile route set the foundation for the only land link to Alaska.