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RavnAir cites conditional approval to seek federal aid
RavnAir Group, the regional Alaska air carrier that filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, said Wednesday it has received conditional approval to seek federal aid that it says will help pave the way for potential buyers.
Alaska prepares for next stage of reopening amid coronavirus
Starting Friday, businesses in Alaska that were shut down or restricted due to coronavirus concerns can fully reopen, a significant step that Republican Gov. Mike Dunleavy says the state can handle as it moves into a “management stage” of the virus.
Judge: US not unreasonably delaying virus relief for tribes
The U.S. Treasury Department is not unreasonably delaying the release of coronavirus relief funding to Native American tribes, a federal judge ruled this week.
AGs in 14 states to Trump: Let’s hold China accountable
Republican attorneys general in 14 states asked President Donald Trump to form a state-federal partnership to hold China accountable for damages caused by the spread of the new coronavirus.
Mackey has Iditarod finish vacated over failed drug test
Veteran musher Lance Mackey has had his 21st place finish in this year's Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race vacated because of a failed drug test, race officials announced.
Mat-Su School Board postpones decision on banned books
Members of the band Portugal. The Man stepped into the controversy in their Alaska hometown by offering to buy copies of the books for students and families.
Leningrad siege survivor supplies needy amid pandemic
As a child during the World War II siege of Leningrad, Galina Yakovleva learned how to make the best of fearful times. Today she’s using those lessons as she brings food and supplies to needy people locked down in the coronavirus pandemic.
Face coverings not required on state-run Alaska ferries
Alaska's state-run ferry system is not requiring that passengers and crew wear face coverings in response to COVID-19 concerns, with a spokesperson saying rider numbers are low and social distancing on board is “easily attainable.”
Alaska faces more summer cruise ship cancellations
Three cruise lines said they are canceling sailings to Alaska this summer, citing travel and other restrictions linked to coronavirus concerns.
Virus forces oil field company to lay off 304 workers
An Alaska oil field contractor plans to lay off 304 workers as the coronavirus pandemic continues to hurt the state's oil industry, the company said.
