Compliance law clashes with constitutional right to privacy in Treg Taylor non-certification decision
On Friday, August 28, 2026, the Alaska Public Offices Commission (APOC) voted 4–1 to recommend that Lt. Gov. Nancy Dahlstrom not certify Treg Taylor’s nomination... Read more.
Analysis: Legislators Say Hilcorp Killed HB 381— Now Here’s the Truth
The displeasure and frustration from all parties on the latest version of HB 381 shows a negotiating strategy that ultimately failed. Remove the political theatre and... Read more.
Steve Deace: America Is Great Because God Is Good
https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-ibyip-1b19401 Steve Deace joins the Must Read Alaska podcast for a powerful conversation on faith, freedom, and the next generation—just... Read more.
Spiritual Warfare & Preparing for Combat with Kyle Clement
https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-9tkjv-1b0c4de In a culture chasing novelty and quick spiritual fixes, many men are left restless, confused, and spiritually... Read more.
America 250: Declaration of Independence
https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-sqzxv-1b04c56 Must Read Alaska’s mission is to be Alaska’s trusted source for news and analysis dedicated to America’s... Read more.
America 250 Anchorage: Faith, Family, Freedom & 500 Artifacts with Dennis Tayman
https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-i28k7-1af02f9 Host Todd welcomes Dennis Tayman of Tayman Tutoring to preview “America Comes Alive,” a free community event... Read more.
Service to My Country: Must Read Alaska Veteran Series for America 250 – Natalie Spaulding Interview
https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-dqzyf-1aea9a1 In this Must Read Alaska Social segment, host Todd welcomes Natalie Spaulding to introduce the “Service... Read more.
Alaska LNG Special Session: HB 381 Volumetric Tax Debate & Hidden Credit Billions – Marcus Moore Analysis
https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-qgyhq-1aea995 In this episode of Must Read Alaska’s Energy and Business Edition, host Todd sits down with Marcus Moore... Read more.
Powering Alaska from Within: HEX and the Cook Inlet Comeback
https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-phaz8-1adf57a On this episode of Energy and Business from Must Read Alaska, host Todd sits down with John Hendrix — President... Read more.
Opinion: Powering a New Future for Chugach Electric Association
Originally Published in the Anchorage Daily News on May 22, 2026 Just as Michelangelo’s finger of God reaches toward Adam’s in the Sistine Chapel— close but... Read more.
Food, Health & the Future of What We Eat with Kristen Rasmussen and Brenda Josephson
https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-pcqmx-1ad1ca3 On this episode of The Social from Must Read Alaska, host Todd explores the powerful connection between food,... Read more.
From the Land Up: Alaska’s Homestead Revival with Tandy Hogate
https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-zz34f-1ac81bb Join Sonia on The Social from the Must Read Alaska Show as she sits down with Tandy Hogate — host of the Sustainable... Read more.
Opinion: Why I Am Running for Chugach Electric Board of Directors
This article was originally published in the Alaska Landmine on 4/21/2026. To borrow from a regular contributor of the Alaska Landmine, Mr. Brad Keithley, this chart... Read more.
Opinion: Support for HB 271 – Keeping Alaska’s Kitchen Lights On
Cook Inlet natural gas is the most valuable resource we have right now in Alaska, second only to the people. It is a strategic asset needed by the Railbelt to... Read more.
Voting Is Open for Chugach Board of Directors
Today is the day, April 29, voting is officially open for the election of the Board of Directors for Chugach Electric. First, everyone should have received an email... Read more.
2026 Alaska March For Life: Jim Minnery
https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-eugpu-1aa78b3 Jim Minnery joins the Must Read Alaska Show and discusses the 2026 Alaska March For Life with Natalie Spaulding.... Read more.
Senate Finance Committee Reviews Strong Treasury Performance
The Senate Finance Committee received a detailed briefing from the Department of Revenue’s Treasury Division on cash flow operations, investment strategies, and... Read more.
House Finance Conference Committee Tightens FY26 Supplemental CBR Draw Language and $20 Million Headroom
The conference committee for HB 289, the FY26 supplemental appropriations bill, wrapped up its work with an emphasis on fiscal discipline and targeted use of the... Read more.
House Resources Committee Advances HJR 44 and Receives Alaska LNG Update:
The House Resources Committee convened a dual-purpose session emphasizing Alaska’s economic foundations and future energy security. Lawmakers first advanced HJR... Read more.
Senate Resources Committee Holds SB 275 in Abeyance Pending Economic Data in LNG Surcharge Debate
The Senate Resources Committee continued its detailed review of SB 275, which proposes a 15-cent-per-MMBtu processing surcharge on LNG export volumes alongside adjustments... Read more.
House Finance Committee Narrows Senate Bill 64 with Targeted Voter ID Fix
The House Finance Committee convened its ninth hearing on SB 64, the comprehensive elections reform package, focusing on seven amendments amid ongoing concerns about... Read more.
Senate Labor and Commerce Committee Debates Energy Innovation, Ratepayer Protection, and Mental Health Funding
The Senate Labor and Commerce Committee advanced three measures on March 20 while holding another for further scrutiny in Alaska’s evolving energy and public health... Read more.
House State Affairs Committee Advances Income Tax Bill HB 152 with Targeted Amendments
The House State Affairs Committee convened its sixth hearing on HB 152, the proposed “Education Head Tax” sponsored by Rep. Alyse Galvin (NA-Anchorage), introducing... Read more.
House Energy Committee Sparks Debate over HB369 Omnibus Energy Bill and Ratepayer Costs
The House Energy Committee took a significant step forward on energy policy today, formally adopting the committee substitute for HB 369 (Version G) as its working... Read more.
AOGA, McKinley Research Group Highlights Stable Production, Massive Multiplier Effect, and $22 Billion Investment Pipeline
The Alaska Oil and Gas Association hosted a Lunch-and-Learn session for legislators that delivered a data-driven snapshot of the industry’s outsized role in sustaining... Read more.
Senate Health and Social Services Committee Advances SB 276 Insurance Mandate for 12-Month Prescription Contraceptive
The Alaska Senate Health and Social Services Committee held its first hearing on SB 276, legislation requiring health insurers to cover up to a 12-month supply of... Read more.
Senate Finance Committee Scrutinizes DCCED FY2027 Budget
The Senate Finance Committee opened its review of the Governor’s fiscal year 2027 budget for the Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development with... Read more.
Alaskan Party Officially Recognized as Political Group by Alaska Division of Elections – Former AIP Leaders Urge Re-Registration
Two former chairmen of the Alaskan Independence Party wish to inform Alaskans that the re-named ALASKAN PARTY is now an officially recognized “Political Group”... Read more.
Senate Holding Firm on Budget
The Alaska Senate convened a floor session that advanced multiple bills, adopted strengthened language on fisheries protections, approved ceremonial citations, and... Read more.
Senate Finance Committee Scrutinizes Court Capacity and Tax Proposals
The Senate Finance Committee opened its session with a focused examination of SB 212, legislation to add one superior court judge in the Matanuska-Susitna Valley,... Read more.
House Resources Committee Examines Deep Sea Mining Risks to Fisheries, Subsistence, and Economics
The House Resources Committee convened a Lunch and Learn session focused on the federal Bureau of Ocean Energy Management’s (BOEM) recent Request for Information... Read more.
Senate Education Committee Advances Key Appointments and Opens Debate on SB 277 Parental Choice in Education Reforms
The Alaska Senate Education Committee, convened on interviewing qualified leadership while launching its first hearing on SB 277, a comprehensive package of education... Read more.
House Resources Committee Hears Interior Gas Utility Update
The House Resources Committee received a detailed briefing from Interior Gas Utility (IGU) on its operations, supply transition, customer growth, and infrastructure... Read more.
House Education Committee Interviews Board Reappointments and Civics Mandate
The House Education Committee opened its day with measured scrutiny of two gubernatorial reappointments to the Alaska Board of Education and Early Development before... Read more.
Senate Community and Regional Affairs Committee Advances Municipal and Public Safety Measures
The Senate Community and Regional Affairs Committee held a productive session Tuesday focused on legislation empowering local governments while addressing critical... Read more.
AOGCC Shares Mission of Responsible Resource Management at Legislative Lunch and Learn
The Alaska Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (AOGCC) hosted a lunchtime briefing for legislators Tuesday, outlining its independent, quasi-judicial role in preventing... Read more.
Senate State Affairs Committee Examines Grand Jury Reforms Calls for Restoring Constitutional Oversight
The Senate State Affairs Committee convened a substantive first hearing on SB 270, legislation aimed at clarifying and strengthening the role of Alaska’s investigative... Read more.
Legislative Budget and Audit Committee Approves Clean FY25 Legislative Audit and Authorizes Contract Extension
The Legislative Budget and Audit Committee convened Tuesday morning for a session that combined routine oversight with prudent fiscal housekeeping. The committee... Read more.
House Energy Committee Refines Renewable Energy Fund Recommendations
The House Energy Committee, sitting as the finance subcommittee for the Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development, held a focused session Tuesday... Read more.
Senate Labor and Commerce Committee Weighs Consumer Safeguards from Targeted Reforms on Food Safety to Cryptocurrency Kiosks
The Alaska Senate Labor and Commerce Committee convened to address four bills with direct implications for public safety, small-business viability, consumer costs,... Read more.
Senate Judiciary Reviews Residency Updates for Hunting and Fishing, Consumer Transparency
The Alaska Senate Judiciary Committee held a detailed hearing Monday on two consumer-focused bills: HB 93, which seeks to align residency requirements for hunting,... Read more.
Senate Labor Finance Subcommittee Reviews Department of Labor FY27 Budget: Training Expansions, Safety Innovations, and Workers’ Comp Cost Reduction
The Senate Labor and Workforce Development Finance Subcommittee convened Monday afternoon to examine the Department of Labor and Workforce Development’s proposed... Read more.
House Rejects Fast-Track Motion on Supplemental Budget
The Alaska House of Representatives spent nearly two hours in vigorous debate Monday over a motion to pull Senate Committee Substitute for HB 289—the critical... Read more.
Senate Finance Committee: Higher Spring Revenue Forecast Amid Historic Oil Volatility
The Alaska Senate Finance Committee convened Monday for a high-stakes session centered on the Department of Revenue’s long-awaited spring revenue forecast and... Read more.
House Finance Committee Adopts Revised Election Integrity Measures
The Alaska House Finance Committee moved swiftly Monday morning to adopt a committee substitute for SB64, the elections reform package aimed at strengthening ballot... Read more.
House Finance Committee Scrutinizes SB 64 Election Reforms
The Alaska House Finance Committee spent more than an hour questioning sponsors and the Division of Elections on SB 64, the sweeping elections reform package aimed... Read more.
House Grapples with HB 289 Supplemental Funding: Clash on CBR Draw as Bill Returns to Rules Committee
The Alaska House of Representatives convened for a full session debate over Senate amendments to HB 289, a critical supplemental budget measure. What began as a... Read more.
Joint Education Committees Review Education Board’s 2026 Annual Report: Early Literacy Gains, Chronic Absenteeism, Teacher Turnover, and Data Dashboard Delays
The House and Senate Education Committees convened a joint session to receive the Alaska State Board of Education and Early Development’s required 2026 annual... Read more.
Senate Finance Committee Examines Looming IT Modernization Costs and Defined Benefits
The Alaska Senate Finance Committee opened its afternoon session with a frank discussion of statewide information technology modernization needs and the potential... Read more.
Council for a Secure America Highlights Alaska’s Pivotal Role in U.S. Energy Dominance and National Security
State lawmakers and staff gathered today for a lunch-and-learn briefing hosted by Representative Kevin McCabe’s (R-Big Lake) office featuring the Council for a... Read more.
House Finance Closes FY27 Budgets for Key Departments; Hears Industry Concerns on HB280 Digital Tax Overhaul
The Alaska House Finance Committee wrapped up a marathon afternoon of subcommittee closeout reports and began formal hearings on House Bill 280, the state’s proposed... Read more.
House Transportation: Alaska Railroad Highlights Self-Sustaining Model, LNG Readiness and Major Projects; Advance Northern Continental Corridor Resolution
The Alaska House Transportation Committee received a detailed briefing today from Alaska Railroad Corporation (ARRC) leadership on the railroad’s unique public-corporation... Read more.
House Energy Committee: AEA Advances Bradley Lake Expansion, Secures $206.5M Federal Grant for Cook Inlet Power, and Highlights $41M REF Demand
The Alaska House Energy Committee convened yesterday to receive a comprehensive update from the Alaska Energy Authority (AEA) on critical infrastructure projects,... Read more.
Alaska DNR FY27 Budget Hearing: Federal Funding Surge, AG Dept. in Limbo, and $1.8B Oil Royalties Spotlighted
The Senate Natural Resources Finance Subcommittee reviewed the Department of Natural Resources’ proposed FY2027 operating budget today, uncovering a strategic... Read more.
House Education Committee Tackles Funding Woes: Waive H-1B Fees to BSA Increases
The House Education Committee convened for a session that blended celebration of educational innovation with urgent legislative action. The meeting spotlighted Alaska’s... Read more.
House Labor and Commerce Debates HB 350: Proposed Income Tax on High-Revenue S-Corps and LLCs
During Monday’s House Labor and Commerce Committee meeting, lawmakers discussed HB350, a measure sponsored by Representative Fields (D-Anchorage) that would... Read more.
House Finance Committee Advances FY27 Budget Closeouts for Six Key Departments
The Alaska House Finance Committee reviewed and advanced closeout reports for six state agencies on Friday, marking the first tranche of deliberations on the FY27... Read more.
Education Tax HB 152 Aims to Bridge Fiscal Gap Amid Cost-of-Living Concerns
The House State Affairs Committee revisited HB 152, sponsored by Rep. Alyse Galvin (NA-Anchorage), which proposes an “education head tax” to address... Read more.
Alaska DOT Unveils High-Tech Future for Transportation
In a forward-looking briefing that highlighted Alaska’s unique transportation hurdles, the Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF)... Read more.
Senate Resources Hears Passionate Testimony on SB 161 to Ban Bottom Trawling in State Waters
The Alaska Senate Resources Committee held hearings on SB 161, a proposal to prohibit bottom trawling in state waters starting in 2028. Sponsored by Sen. Mike Cronk... Read more.
House Resources Committee Advances HB 208 Amid Debates on Regulation of LNG Import Facilities
The Alaska House Resources Committee convened to review HB208, a piece of legislation aimed at clarifying the regulatory oversight of liquefied natural gas (LNG)... Read more.
Bangladeshi national to make initial appearance following arrest by the FBI in international sextortion case
ANCHORAGE, Alaska – A Bangladeshi national is scheduled to make his initial appearance today in the District of Alaska after he was charged by the United States... Read more.
Analysis: HB 271 Aims to Secure Southcentral Gas from Only Alaskan-Owned Producer
Cook Inlet remains the primary source of natural gas for Southcentral Alaska’s utilities, homes, and industry. Declining production in the mature basin has raised... Read more.
Senate DPS Finance Subcommittee Reviews FY27 Budget, Highlights Crime Reductions and Rural Safety Gains
The Senate Department of Public Safety Finance Subcommittee opened its FY27 budget review with a clear message of progress amid persistent challenges. Commissioner... Read more.
Senate Labor and Commerce Advances Tax Reform, Substance Oversight, Charitable Gaming, and Crypto Regulation
The Alaska Senate Labor and Commerce Committee convened Monday in Juneau to advance four measures addressing tax efficiency, public safety, community fundraising,... Read more.
House Labor and Commerce Examines Soaring Health Care Costs and Key Workforce Bills
The Alaska House Labor and Commerce Committee convened Monday afternoon to confront one of the state’s most pressing fiscal challenges: escalating health care... Read more.
Senate Finance Adopts Supplemental Budget Substitute
The Alaska Senate Finance Committee unanimously adopted its committee substitute (CS) for HB 289, advancing a $320 million supplemental budget that addresses Medicaid... Read more.
House Energy Committee Refines Portable Solar Rules and Introduces Comprehensive Energy Affordability Omnibus
The Alaska House Special Committee on Energy advanced targeted updates to portable solar regulations while unveiling a broad new bill aimed at stabilizing energy... Read more.
Anchorage Assembly Debates Regulations for Data Centers
With artificial intelligence and cloud computing driving explosive demand for data processing nationwide, the Anchorage Assembly spent nearly two hours on February... Read more.
Senate Resources Backs ANCs While Urging Continued Russian Seafood Ban
The Alaska Senate Resources Committee convened Friday afternoon to consider two resolutions with significant implications for Alaska’s economy and coastal communities.... Read more.
House State Affairs Advances HJR23 While Sparking Debate on Tax Proposal
The House State Affairs Committee advanced HJR 23, a proposed constitutional amendment aimed at strengthening requirements for a governor’s balanced budget. The... Read more.
House Finance Reviews Civic Engagement and Commerce Budget Priorities
The Alaska House Finance Committee convened Thursday in Juneau to revisit HB 21 on voter pre-registration for minors and receive a detailed budget overview from... Read more.
Second Day of Testimony: Urge Investments in Victim Services, Education, and Infrastructure
Residents from across Alaska’s remote regions delivered a unified message during Thursday’s Senate Finance Committee public testimony: increase funding for survivor... Read more.
Arctic Affairs Committee Weighs Nuclear Promise and Greenland Partnership
The Alaska Senate Arctic Affairs Committee convened Thursday in Juneau for a wide-ranging briefing on advanced nuclear technologies and a resolution reaffirming... Read more.
Alaska Family Action Releases 2026 Values Voter Guide
With mail-in ballots set to arrive in Anchorage mailboxes the week of March 15 for the April 7 municipal election, Alaska Family Action has unveiled its 2026 Values... Read more.
House Transportation Committee Advances Vehicle Bills with Focus on Commercial Autonomy and Title Standards
The Alaska House Transportation Committee convened yesterday to refine legislation shaping the state’s future mobility landscape. Lawmakers adopted targeted amendments... Read more.
Public Urge Robust Funding for Renewables, Survivor Services, Education and Infrastructure as Senate Finance Weighs Budgets and Supplemental
Alaskans from across the state delivered a clear message during Thursday’s Senate Finance Committee public testimony session: invest now in renewable energy, domestic... Read more.
SB 150: Debates Net Metering Amid Equity and Grid Concerns
The Alaska Senate Labor and Commerce Committee held its second hearing on Senate Bill 150, a measure aimed at establishing a standardized net metering program to... Read more.
Senate Finance Committee Scrutinizes $467M FY2026 Supplemental Amid Revenue Volatility and Disaster Needs
Alaska Senate Finance Committee, reviewed the Governor’s proposed FY2026 supplemental budget, addressing a projected $467.7 million shortfall driven by declining... Read more.
Senate Resources Grills AGDC on 8 Star Amid Transparency Concerns
In a tense and probing session yesterday afternoon in Juneau, the Alaska Senate Resources Committee scrutinized the state’s evolving role in the 8 Star Alaska... Read more.
Bolstering North American Trade – SJR 25 Set Aside for Refinement
The committee heard SJR 25, a resolution sponsored by Senator Scott Kawasaki (D – Fairbanks) urging the continuation and modernization of the United States-Mexico-Canada... Read more.
Understanding House Bill 280: Impact on Digitized Business Taxes
The House Finance committee turned to House Bill 280, the "highly digitized tax" measure, which amends the Multistate Tax Compact to adopt market-based sourcing... Read more.
House Bill 271: Debates Over Natural Gas Royalty Reductions in Alaska
Alaska House Resources Committee voted to advance House Bill 271, a measure that would permanently reduce the royalty rate to 3% for natural gas production in the... Read more.
Alaska House Education Committee Tackles Cyberbullying and Funding Issues
The Alaska House Education Committee discussed key educational issues, focusing on House Bill 240 targeting cyberbullying and AI impersonation, and House Bill 261... Read more.
FY27 Budget Insights: Scrutinizing Alaska’s Revenue Strategies
The House Finance Committee met on February 20 to assess the Alaska Permanent Fund Corporation's FY27 budget. The discussions highlighted the fund's significance... Read more.
HJR 23: A Step Towards Fiscal Responsibility in Alaska
This constraint addresses a historical reliance on the CBR, established in 1990 by voter approval of Article IX, Section 17 of the Alaska Constitution. The fund,... Read more.
Echoes of Miracles: From 1980 Upset to 2026 Glory in USA Men’s Hockey
In the frigid air of Lake Placid, New York, during the 1980 Winter Olympics, a ragtag group of American college players etched their names into sports lore with... Read more.
Rig Recovery Advances Amid North Slope Spill Response
In the wake of the January 23, 2026, overturning of the drilling rig Doyon 26 on Alaska’s North Slope, response teams have made substantial headway in cleanup... Read more.
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... Read more.
Down But Not Out: ConocoPhillips Pivot Development Strategy
The toppling of Doyon Drilling Rig 26 on January 23, 2026, during transport on a North Slope gravel road has temporarily disrupted ConocoPhillips’ operations,... Read more.
Alaska Senate Resources Examines LNG Lessons from Canada Amid Glenfarne Push
Alaska’s Senate Resources Committee convened on Tuesday, January 26, to dissect the state’s natural gas export ambitions through the lens of Canada’s LNG Canada... Read more.
Massive Drilling Rig Topples on Alaska’s North Slope
Editor’s Note: This story was updated on 1/26/26 to clarify that ConocoPhillips’ original statement said the rig was traveling on an ice road, but this... Read more.
2026 State of the State: Alaska Can Lead
In Governor Dunleavy’s final State of the State before the state legislature, he maintained a position of optimism and hope for the opportunities in Alaska. Everything... Read more.
The Year We’ve Been Waiting For: Alaska’s Oil Revival Discussed in House Finance
On January 21, 2026, the Alaska House Finance Committee convened a teleconference that buzzed with unprecedented optimism about the state’s oil industry. Co-chaired... Read more.
Seventh Circuit Dismisses Satanic Temple’s Challenge to Indiana Abortion Ban
January 6, 2026, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit unanimously upheld the dismissal of a lawsuit brought by the Satanic Temple against Indiana’s... Read more.
Ninth Circuit Pauses Landmark Ruling on Parental Rights in California Schools
The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals has temporarily halted a class-wide permanent injunction against California’s “Parental Exclusion Policies”... Read more.
America First: Trump and the Iran, Venezuela, Saudi Connection
Recent U.S. actions under President Donald Trump’s “America First” agenda echo the aggressive anti-corruption drive led by Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed... Read more.
Heavy Snowfall and Blizzard Conditions Grip Alaska in Post-Holiday Storm
As Alaskans dig out from a brutal spell of record-breaking wind and cold, a powerful winter storm is unleashing heavy snowfall across the Panhandle, threatening... Read more.
New Report: Ambler Road’s Impact on Alaska’s Caribou Herds
An update for resource development in northern Alaska: the Alaska Industrial Development and Export Authority (AIDEA) released findings from a new scientific review... Read more.
The Timeless Beauty of the Holy Family Illuminates Advent
In the quiet sanctity of Nazareth, the Holy Family exemplifies beauty through humility and devotion, with Mary shining as the epitome of grace and purity. Her life... Read more.
Georgia Election Board Faces Fines Over Fulton County 2020 Voting Irregularities
At the December 9, 2025 Georgia State Election Board hearing, Fulton County admitted to certifying approximately 315,000 early ballots in the 2020 presidential election... Read more.
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... Read more.
US Advances AI in K-12 Education, Drawing Lessons from El Salvador’s Groundbreaking Partnership
As part of America’s AI Action Plan, the United States is ramping up efforts to integrate artificial intelligence into K-12 education, aiming to equip the... Read more.
RCA Probe ENSTAR’s Gas Cost Hike Amid Subsidization Fears
The Regulatory Commission of Alaska (RCA) opened an investigation into ENSTAR Natural Gas Company’s proposed gas cost adjustment (GCA) increase earlier this year,... Read more.
Pope Leo XIV’s Call to Evangelism
Pope Leo XIV has urged religious men and women to rise as modern evangelists, combating the chaos of today’s “confusing and noisy society.” Speaking... Read more.
Alaska Reaches $7.8 Million Settlement with Juul and Altria Amid Youth Vaping Crackdown
In a significant victory for public health, the State of Alaska has finalized a $7.8 million settlement with vaping giants Juul Labs and Altria Group, accusing them... Read more.
Alaskan Spruce Shines Light on Timeless Christmas Tree Tradition
The Christmas tree’s roots trace back to ancient pagan practices, where evergreens symbolized renewal amid winter’s darkness. The Christmas tree was... Read more.
FBI Issues Urgent Warning on Rising Government Impersonation Scams Targeting Alaskans
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has sounded the alarm on a surge in sophisticated scams where fraudsters pose as law enforcement or government officials,... Read more.
Trump Revamps Childhood Vaccine Policy
President Donald J. Trump has initiated a significant overhaul of the United States’ childhood vaccination policies, signing a presidential memorandum on December... Read more.
From Lourdes to the White House: Timeless Reverence for the Immaculate Conception
On this December 8, 2025, as Catholics worldwide celebrate the Feast of the Immaculate Conception, the story of Lourdes, France, stands as a beacon of faith and... Read more.
Pearl Harbor: A Defining Moment in American History
On December 7, 1941, the serene shores of Oahu, Hawaii, erupted into chaos as Japanese forces launched a devastating surprise attack on the U.S. naval base at Pearl... Read more.
Cook Inlet Comeback: Alaska Grapples with Natural Gas Supply and Prices as LNG Imports Loom
The disparity between oil and gas operators, utilities, and the state government towards Cook Inlet natural gas volumes leaves residents of Southcentral Alaska caught... Read more.
Alaska Railbelt Reliability Council Selects Black & Veatch to Lead First-Ever Regionwide Energy Plan
In a pivotal step toward managing power reliability for the majority of Alaskans, the Alaska Railbelt Reliability Council (RRC) has chosen engineering firm Black... Read more.
White House Media Bias Portal Inflames Freedom of the Press Debate
In a bold move to challenge what it calls pervasive misinformation in mainstream media, the White House under President Donald Trump has launched a new online portal... Read more.
FDA Email Sparks Vaccine Safety Debate for Alaska’s Children
A recently shared internal FDA email has sparked controversy, revealing that agency staff identified at least 10 child deaths potentially linked to COVID-19 vaccines.... Read more.
Railbelt Reliability Council Reviews 2026 Budget at December Board Meeting
The Railbelt Reliability Council (RRC) convened its board meeting on December 1, 2025, with a focus on key agenda items including the development and approval of... Read more.
Kenai Peninsula Borough Assembly to Hear Update on Grand Jury Investigations Amid Allegations of Judicial Corruption
Residents of the Kenai Peninsula Borough are gearing up for a pivotal assembly meeting where local advocate David Haeg will present an update on investigative grand... Read more.
Chugach Electric Prepares for Gas Supply Risks in Board Update
As Alaska’s largest electric utility, Chugach Electric Association is navigating challenges in its natural gas supply, a critical resource powering about 80%... Read more.
Hope and Thanksgiving
Through the centuries Thanksgiving Day has been dedicated to remembering the many blessings in our lives. We see repeated in our country’s history the worship... Read more.
U.S. Economy Adds 119,000 Jobs in September Amid Private Sector Strength and Wage Gains
The U.S. labor market demonstrated steady progress in September 2025, adding 119,000 nonfarm payroll jobs while the unemployment rate held firm at 4.4%, according... Read more.
Chugach Electric Pauses ‘Cents of Community’ Amid Legal Scrutiny
The Chugach Electric Association Board of Directors voted Tuesday to suspend for three months its anticipated “Cents of Community” program, a member-driven... Read more.
Turmoil Over Crime and Immigration: National Guard Quick Reaction Force Addresses Lawmaker Concerns and Bolsters Nationwide Security
In the face of surging crime and protests across U.S. cities in 2025, the National Guard Quick Reaction Force (NGQRF) has proven essential for swift intervention,... Read more.
Diverging Views on Political Violence: Hunter Biden and Brian Harpole
In the wake of rising political tensions in the United States, two recent interviews highlight starkly contrasting perspectives on political violence and its toll... Read more.
Juneau Assembly Set to Vote on Ranked Choice Voting for Local Elections
The Juneau Assembly is scheduled to decide Monday whether to implement ranked choice voting (RCV) for municipal elections, potentially making the city the first... Read more.
Alaska’s Citizen-Only Voting Initiative Mirrors Trump’s Election Security Focus
In a move that resonates with President Donald Trump’s emphasis on safeguarding American elections, a new Alaska ballot initiative seeks to explicitly bar... Read more.
Happy Veterans Day
As the sun sets on the Last Frontier, we can be thankful for the day that we have been given and the freedom we have in this great country. Today we say thank you... Read more.
Expansion of 2025 U.S. Critical Minerals List Spotlights Alaska’s Untapped Riches
The U.S. Department of the Interior’s release of the final 2025 Critical Minerals List on November 7th, has expanded to 60 essential resources, adding 10 new... Read more.
Alaska Supreme Court Advances Judicial Conduct Code Overhaul
On September 18, 2025, the Alaska Supreme Court issued Order No. 8064, Eleventh Amendment, appointing a special committee to revise the state’s Code of Judicial... Read more.
Germany’s Costly Energy Transition: A Stark Warning for Alaska
As Alaska grapples with high diesel costs in remote villages and eyes solar power to diversify its oil-dependent economy, experts are urging caution by pointing... Read more.
Youth as Bridge Builders: Echoing Pope Leo XIV’s Call in Alaska
In a world fractured by division—political, social, and even geographical—Pope Leo XIV’s recent messages to young people offer a beacon of hope and action.... Read more.
New Leads Emerge in Unsolved January 6 Pipe Bomber Case
Nearly five years after pipe bombs were planted near the Democratic and Republican National Committee headquarters, a controversial investigative report has reignited... Read more.
Federal Appeals Court Overturns USDA’s GMO Labeling Loophole for Ultra-Processed Foods
In a significant win for consumer advocates, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit has partially overturned federal regulations on labeling bioengineered... Read more.
Rising Tide of Transnational Crime: Mexican Cartels Fuel Drug Surge in Alaska
Transnational criminal organizations (TCOs), predominantly linked to Mexican cartels like Sinaloa and Jalisco New Generation, are intensifying their grip on Alaska’s... Read more.
Anchorage’s 2026 Budget Proposal Dedicates $27M to Homelessness Efforts, $2M to DEI Programs Amid Fiscal Warnings
Anchorage Mayor Suzanne LaFrance unveiled a proposed $656.9 million operating budget for 2026 on October 2, emphasizing fiscal restraint while prioritizing public... Read more.
Alaska’s Resource Boom: Removing Regulatory Hurdles to Revive Manufacturing
In a sweeping push to harness the Last Frontier’s vast untapped wealth, the Trump administration’s recent actions towards the Arctic National Wildlife... Read more.
Chugach Electric Advances Alaska’s Largest Solar Project
On October 22, 2025, Chugach Electric Association’s Board of Directors unanimously approved a $26.4 million investment for the 10 MW-AC Beluga Solar Project, set... Read more.
Alaska Greenlights Hilcorp’s Beluga River Expansion to Bolster Railbelt Gas Supplies
In a move poised to extend vital natural gas production amid looming shortages, the Alaska Department of Natural Resources approved Hilcorp Alaska’s plan amendment... Read more.
Senate Honors Coal’s Legacy with ‘Coal Week’ Resolution, Boosting Alaska’s Energy Frontier
In a nod to America’s fossil fuel heritage, Sen. Cynthia Lummis (R-WY), Chair of the Senate Western Caucus, introduced S. Res. 457 on October 20, designating... Read more.
19 Billion Barrels of Oil Moved and Many More
By TODD M LINDLEY After start-up 48 years ago the Trans Alaska Pipeline System (TAPS) pumped the 19th billion barrel of crude oil into the pipeline on Wednesday... Read more.
Treg Taylor Announces Campaign for Governor of Alaska
In the interest of neutrality and timely release, Must Read Alaska has elected to re-print Treg Taylor’s announcement of his candidacy for Governor in full,... Read more.
Suzanne Downing Resignation
Dear Readers, Our Board of Directors is saddened to announce the sudden resignation of our esteemed editor, Suzanne Downing, as she embarks on a new journey. Suzanne... Read more.
