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Alaska Establishes New Military Affairs Office to Boost Defense and Economy
Alaska Governor Dunleavy announced the creation of the Alaska Military Affairs Office (AMAO) to strengthen national defense, foster military partnerships, and drive economic opportunity, leveraging the state's strategic location.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsEconomyMilitary AlaskaMilitary Affairs OfficeNational DefenseEconomic DevelopmentGovernor Mike DunleavyMajor General Torrence SaxeGovernmentOffice of the Alaska Governor
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Magnitude 5.8 Earthquake Strikes Alaska's Andreanof Islands
A magnitude 5.8 earthquake struck Alaska's Andreanof Islands on July 26, 2026. The shallow quake, reviewed by seismologists, was centered southeast of Atka, Alaska.
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Magnitude 5.8 Earthquake Strikes Alaska's Aleutian Islands
A magnitude 5.8 earthquake hit Alaska's Andreanof Islands in the Aleutian chain early Saturday. The shallow quake, reviewed by seismologists, was centered southeast-southeast of Atka, Alaska, and southwest of Anchorage.
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Magnitude 5.0 Earthquake Strikes Alaska's Andreanof Islands
A magnitude 5.0 earthquake hit Alaska's Andreanof Islands on July 25, 2026, at a depth of 40 km. The U.S. Geological Survey confirmed the event, located southeast of Atka, Alaska.
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Magnitude 5.0 Earthquake Strikes Alaska's Aleutian Islands
A magnitude 5.0 earthquake hit Alaska's Andreanof Islands on July 25, 2026, at a shallow depth of 5 km. The event, reviewed by a seismologist, was centered southeast of Atka in the Aleutian Islands.
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Alaska Secures State Lands, Vocational Center Receives Major Donation, and Energy Project Advances
Alaska's Office of the Governor announced a court victory securing 1.38 million acres of state land. Additionally, AVTEC received a $250,000 Wells Fargo donation and was named a top vocational school, while a $400 million energy project advanced.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessState GovernmentsGeneral PoliticsLegalEducationEnergy AlaskaVocational TrainingLand DisputeHydroelectric PowerWells FargoAVTECBallot MeasuresOffice of the Alaska Governor
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Magnitude 5.0 Earthquake Strikes Near Alaska's Aleutian Islands
A magnitude 5.0 earthquake hit the Andreanof Islands in Alaska's Aleutian chain on July 24, 2026, at a depth of 10 km. The USGS reported the tremor, located southeast of Adak, Alaska, with no immediate damage reports.
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Lt. Governor Dahlstrom to Host Public Hearings on Key Alaska Ballot Measures
Alaska Lt. Gov. Nancy Dahlstrom will host public hearings on three key ballot measures on July 27 and August 5, 2026. The hearings will cover campaign finance, voter qualification, and election reforms, offering opportunities for public testimony.
Politics and GovernmentUSAGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsElectionLegal Nancy DahlstromAlaskaBallot MeasuresPublic HearingsCampaign FinanceVoter QualificationElections
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Magnitude 5.1 Earthquake Strikes Alaska's Andreanof Islands
A magnitude 5.1 earthquake struck Alaska's Andreanof Islands, Aleutian chain, at a depth of 35 km. The event, reviewed by a seismologist, occurred southeast of Atka, Alaska, on July 23, 2026.
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Magnitude 5.1 Earthquake Strikes Alaska's Andreanof Islands
A magnitude 5.1 earthquake hit Alaska's Andreanof Islands on July 23, 2026, at a shallow depth of 5 km. The event, reviewed by a seismologist, was centered southeast of Atka.
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Magnitude 5.1 Earthquake Strikes Alaska's Kodiak Island Region
A magnitude 5.1 earthquake hit Alaska's Kodiak Island region on July 22, 2026, at a depth of 5 km. The preliminary report, generated by computer, places the epicenter southeast of Akhiok, with further details pending seismologist review.
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Media Monitor: Wall Street Journal Editorial Board Addresses Trump, Iran, Climate and Social Media
The Wall Street Journal Editorial Board is reporting on the lack of Secret Service protection for former Trump advisers targeted by Iran, a "climate coup" at the National Academies of Science, and surging air conditioning demand in Europe.
Politics and GovernmentWorldBusinessEntertainmentGeneral PoliticsElectionEnvironmentLegalMiddle EastEurope Donald TrumpIranJohn BoltonClimate ChangeSocial Media RegulationTariffsAlaskaWall Street Journal Editorial Board
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Alaska Advances Educator Apprenticeships, Secures Data Breach Settlement, and Boosts Critical Minerals Research
Alaska secures federal approval for an educator apprenticeship program, joins a $18M 23andMe data breach settlement, and receives NSF funding for a UAF-led critical minerals project, while Bitcoin Depot scam victims may seek compensation.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyLaw EnforcementState GovernmentsEducationLegalComputers and InternetEconomy AlaskaApprenticeshipData Breach23andMeCritical MineralsNSF FundingOffice of the Alaska Governor
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Magnitude 5.1 Earthquake Strikes Southern Alaska
A preliminary Magnitude 5.1 earthquake hit Southern Alaska on July 16, 2026, at 11:37:22 UTC. The tremor, 16 km deep, was centered southeast of McCarthy, Alaska, according to a computer-generated USGS report.
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Alaska Secures Major Federal Funds and Key Road Permit
Alaska celebrates significant federal approvals, including a $180 million Port of Alaska settlement and a crucial King Cove Road permit, alongside other infrastructure and energy funding.
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Alaska Secures Final Permit for King Cove Road, Construction Imminent
Alaska has received the final federal permit for the King Cove Road, a vital project connecting King Cove to Cold Bay's airport for emergency access. Construction is set to begin within 30 days, ending a decades-long effort.
Politics and GovernmentHealthBusinessGeneral PoliticsTransportationEnvironmentSocial IssuesEconomy King Cove RoadAlaskaKing CoveCold BayGovernor Mike DunleavyU.S. Army Corps of EngineersOffice of the Alaska Governor
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Alaska Secures $180 Million Settlement for Port Modernization
Alaska Governor Dunleavy announced a $180 million federal settlement, ending a two-decade lawsuit over the failed Don Young Port of Alaska expansion. This funding will significantly advance the Port's $2.7 billion modernization program, crucial for the state's infrastructure.
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Magnitude 5.1 Earthquake Strikes Southern Alaska
A preliminary USGS report details a magnitude 5.1 earthquake in Southern Alaska on June 29, 2026, at 03:32:39 UTC. The event, 38.8 km SSW of Cordova, was computer-generated and awaits seismologist review.
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Magnitude 5.1 Earthquake Strikes Alaska's Kenai Peninsula
A magnitude 5.1 earthquake struck Alaska's Kenai Peninsula on June 27, 2026, at a depth of 58 km. The preliminary report from USGS indicates the quake was centered near Clam Gulch, affecting nearby cities like Anchorage.
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Magnitude 5.4 Earthquake Strikes Alaska's Kenai Peninsula
A preliminary USGS report details a magnitude 5.4 earthquake near Alaska's Kenai Peninsula on June 27, 2026. Centered 15 km southeast of Clam Gulch at a depth of 23 km, the computer-generated report awaits seismologist review.
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Magnitude 5.0 Earthquake Strikes Kenai Peninsula, Alaska
A magnitude 5.0 earthquake hit Alaska's Kenai Peninsula on June 27, 2026, at a depth of 62 km. The preliminary report from USGS places the epicenter near Clam Gulch, with further details pending seismologist review.
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Alaska Governor Signs Key Budgets, Addresses Healthcare Gaps, and State Fights Medicaid Fraud
Governor Dunleavy signed FY27 budgets for schools and the University, and House Bill 73 for healthcare. Alaska also launched a land auction and charged 15 defendants in a $1.83 million Medicaid fraud takedown.
Politics and GovernmentHealthLaw EnforcementState GovernmentsEducationLegalReal EstateSocial Issues AlaskaGovernor Mike DunleavyState BudgetHealthcareLand AuctionMedicaid FraudOffice of the Alaska Governor
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Governor Dunleavy Signs FY2027 Budget, Boosts School Infrastructure and Energy Support
Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy signed the FY2027 budget, directing unexpected oil revenues to school infrastructure and energy cost relief for districts, especially in rural areas, while also funding disaster and fire suppression efforts.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessEducationState GovernmentsEconomyEnergy AlaskaMike DunleavyFY2027 BudgetSchool InfrastructureEnergy CostsOil PricesDisaster ReliefOffice of the Alaska Governor
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Philippine National Sentenced for Identity Theft on Alaska Cruise
A Philippine national received over four years in prison for identity theft and impersonation on an Alaska cruise. Enrico Ronquillo used stolen identities to board a ship and commit financial fraud, leading to his conviction and ordered restitution.
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Social Security Administration Updates Alaska Office Status, Promotes Online Services
The Social Security Administration has updated the operational status of its Alaska offices. Many services are available online, including benefit applications, account management, and checking application status, encouraging citizens to utilize digital resources.
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Alaska Social Security Offices Update Operational Status, Promote Online Services
The Social Security Administration has updated the operational status of its Alaska offices, encouraging the public to utilize extensive online services for benefits, account management, and information review, reducing the need for in-person visits.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessFederal GovernmentEconomySocial IssuesEmployment and Labor Social Security AdministrationAlaskaOffice StatusOnline ServicesRetirement BenefitsDisability BenefitsMedicare
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Alaska Social Security Offices Update Operational Status, Promote Online Services
The Social Security Administration has updated the operational status of its Alaska offices, encouraging the public to utilize extensive online services for benefits, account management, and information review, reducing the need for in-person visits.
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Social Security Administration Updates Alaska Office Status, Promotes Online Services
The Social Security Administration has updated the operational status of its Alaska offices. Many services are available online, including benefit applications, account management, and checking application status, encouraging citizens to utilize digital resources.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessFederal GovernmentEconomySocial IssuesEmployment and Labor Social Security AdministrationAlaskaOffice StatusOnline ServicesRetirement BenefitsDisability BenefitsMedicare
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Alaska Launches New Trails Initiative, Secures Federal School Funding Certification
Alaska's DOT&PF launches the ATLAS initiative to boost trail access and recreation. Concurrently, the U.S. Department of Education certified Alaska's school funding for SFY 2027, ensuring federal equalization requirements are met.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessEducationState GovernmentsEmployment and LaborTransportationSocial Issues AlaskaDOT&PFATLAStrailsschool fundingU.S. Department of EducationOffice of the Alaska Governor
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Magnitude 5.0 Earthquake Strikes Alaska's Aleutian Islands
A magnitude 5.0 earthquake hit the Andreanof Islands in Alaska's Aleutian Islands on June 18, 2026, at a depth of 35 km. The USGS confirmed the event, located west-southwest of Adak, Alaska.
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