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‘We’re going to fight them all the way’: Alaska union plans to fight legal ruling over dues

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‘We’re going to fight them all the way’: Alaska union plans to fight legal ruling over dues

The attorney general is calling for stricter rules for union dues.

Twenty-four pounder wins 2019 Salmon Derby

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Twenty-four pounder wins 2019 Salmon Derby

His first king in 40 years was a winner.

Rare lightning storm knocks out power in Juneau

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Rare lightning storm knocks out power in Juneau

Strike caused overwhelming electrical surge.

Medicaid cuts will have broad impacts for Juneau

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Medicaid cuts will have broad impacts for Juneau

Reductions could go beyond just health care

Juneau delegation talks Medicaid, ferry cuts

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Juneau delegation talks Medicaid, ferry cuts

Public safety, too.

One-two punch: Planned Parenthood in Alaska loses state and federal funding

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One-two punch: Planned Parenthood in Alaska loses state and federal funding

The organization will no longer receive Title X funds.

In this Tuesday, April 9, 2019 photo, Gov. Mike Dunleavy speaks during a press conference at the Capitol. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire File)

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Governor reluctant to consider oil taxes

Will taxes cause companies to leave?

Gov. Mike Dunleavy makes an announcement via pre-recorded video on House Bill 2001 and the Permanent Fund Dividend on Monday, August 19, 2019.

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Governor signs off on $1,600 PFD, calls for third special session

Dunleavy says remainder of PFD will be sole focus for next special session.

Travel Juneau announces board election results

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Travel Juneau announces board election results

Travel Juneau, the private marketing organization for the Juneau area, has announced the elections to its executive board…

Gov. Mike Dunleavy speaks during an interview with the Juneau Empire at the Capitol on Tuesday, Feb. 26, 2019. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

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Governor to sign bill Monday, but uncertainty remains over whether he’ll veto PFD amount

Alaska’s governor has several options available to him.

Brad Robbins, the new owner of the Hooked Seafood Company, holds a fresh king salmon at their Industrial Boulevard location on Tuesday, June 19, 2018. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

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Hooked Seafood closes its doors

After nearly 30 years and 3 owners, the local seafood supplier cuts its line.

Conservationists promote the Tongass as bulwark against climate change

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Conservationists promote the Tongass as bulwark against climate change

Conservationist Dominick DellaSala asks can the Tongass save Alaska?

U.S. Sen. Lisa Murkowski, R-Alaska, speaks during an interview at the Juneau Empire on Tuesday, Aug. 13, 2109. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

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Murkowski has health care on her mind

Alaska’s senior senator talks about ending ‘surprise’ medical billing.

Juneau’s first electric taxi charges onto the scene

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Juneau’s first electric taxi charges onto the scene

Taxi driver debuts fully electric cab for EverGreen Taxi.

Dunleavy reverses decision to veto early education funds

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Dunleavy reverses decision to veto early education funds

Dunleavy says he won’t veto Head Start, Pre-K from HB 2001

Dunleavy signs ‘step-down’ compact with University of Alaska

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Dunleavy signs ‘step-down’ compact with University of Alaska

Plan will introduce cuts over three years rather than one

Capitol Live: Dunleavy makes announcement with UA representatives

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Capitol Live: Dunleavy makes announcement with UA representatives

Governor makes announcement in Anchorage.

Military, oceans, domestic violence: Sen. Sullivan visits Empire, talks issues

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Military, oceans, domestic violence: Sen. Sullivan visits Empire, talks issues

Sullivan stops by the Empire to talk bills.

Kensington Mine owners settle with Environmental Protection Agency

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Kensington Mine owners settle with Environmental Protection Agency

Violations were discovered in 2015.

Juneau residents listen to Rep. Andi Story, D-Juneau, Sen. Jesse Kiehl, D-Juneau, and Rep. Sara Hannan, speak during a town hall meeting at Centennial Hall on Thursday, Aug. 8, 2019. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

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Juneau delegation host Town Hall downtown

Reps. Hannan and Story and Sen. Kiehl talk budget with Juneauites