Thursday, February 19, 2026

Politics

Sullivan Touts “Alaska Comeback,” Historic Opportunities, in Annual Address to Legislature

U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan addressed the Alaska Legislature, presenting an "Alaska Comeback" vision focused on economic resilience and growth. Key initiatives include an energy renaissance, the Alaska LNG project, extensive military investment, improved public safety, and healthcare reforms. The Working Families Tax Cuts Act aims to enhance tax relief and support for Alaskans, driving future opportunities.

Survey Series: Gubernatorial Candidates Share Specific Amount They Would Propose for Education Funding

By Nathaniel Herz Editor’s Note: This piece was originally published in Northern Journal, a newsletter and news website. Nathaniel Herz is an independent journalist and the founder...

The 907

Columns

Flipping the Assembly: Our Not-So-Secret Weapon

By THERESA BIRD In less than a month, ballots for Anchorage’s Municipal election will be mailed to homes.  Once ballots start to arrive, people will...

Understanding Lisa Murkowski

By GREG SARBER Lisa Murkowski continues to oppose the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act, despite overwhelming support from the American people and her RINO...

AK Almanac

The Social

Survey Series: Candidates for Governor Share Their Favorite Fish Recipes!

Nathaniel Herz, Northern Journal Editor's Note: This piece was originally published in Northern Journal, a newsletter and news website. Nathaniel Herz is an independent journalist and the...

DARPA’s LIFT Challenge, Promising Transformative Impact for the Last Frontier

The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) has launched the LIFT Challenge to redefine aerial capabilities, inviting innovators to design drones that can lift...

Alaska Promotes Art Celebrating America’s 250th

July 4, 2026, marks the United States of America’s 250th birthday! Patriotic Alaskans will have numerous opportunities to celebrate our great nation and our state’s uniquely valuable contributions to its prosperity.  The...

This Just In

TrumpRx Helps Americans Access Medicines with Discounts up to 93%

On Friday, February 6, the White House announced the launch of TrumpRx, a program that provides prescription medications at prices competitive with global prices....

50,000 Signatures Supporting Citizen-Only Voting Submitted to Alaska Division of Elections

Today, Alaskans for Citizen Voting announced the submission of nearly 50,000 signatures in support of its citizen-led ballot petition to the Alaska Division of...

Peltola Announces Senate Bid