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US rig count down by 5 to 924
HOUSTON — The number of rigs exploring for oil and natural gas in the U.S. declined by five this week to 924.That exceeds the...
Alaska may open up again for oil leasing, but risks linger
ANCHORAGE — President Donald Trump's plan to open America's oceans to petroleum drilling drew condemnation from West Coast and Florida governors but was welcomed...
New US pot rule sparks latest clash over states’ rights
SAN FRANCISCO — The decision by Attorney General Jeff Sessions to rescind an Obama-era policy on federal marijuana enforcement sparked an outcry from Republicans...
Alaska GOP senator resigning to focus on governor’s race
JUNEAU — Alaska state Sen. Mike Dunleavy plans to resign his seat to focus on running for governor.In a statement released Monday, the Wasilla...
Economist: Alaska job losses expected to moderate
JUNEAU — The state labor department expects continued job losses in Alaska this year but at a more moderate level than earlier in the...
Ancient DNA gives glimpse of ancestors of Native Americans
NEW YORK — DNA from an infant who died in Alaska some 11,500 years ago is giving scientists the best look yet at the...
Wasilla woman dies in snowmobile crash near Delta Junction
DELTA JUNCTION — A Wasilla woman died when her snowmobile crashed into a tree north of Delta Junction.Alaska State Troopers say 30-year-old Breanna Klann...
Polar bear Ahpun dies after nearly 20 years at Alaska Zoo
ANCHORAGE — A beloved polar bear at the Alaska Zoo in Anchorage has died.A zookeeper Sunday found Ahpun, who was about 20 years old,...
T-shirts in Alaska in winter? With record-tying temps, yes
ANCHORAGE — While much of the nation shivers in bone-aching cold, people in Alaska's largest city are basking in warmer weather, jogging in short...
Police seek SUV possibly connected to Anchorage shooting
ANCHORAGE — Anchorage police are looking for a sport utility vehicle that may have a connection to a New Year's Day homicide.Thirty-nine-year-old Timothy Smith...
