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Dan Robinson, chief of research and analysis for the Department of Labor & Workforce Development, gives a 2019 Alaska Job Forecast and Outlook presentation at the Capitol on Wednesday, Jan. 23, 2019. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

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Alaska’s job market projected to rebound in 2019

Tourism is the main bright spot for Southeast.

Update: Commissioner designee resigns after accusations of false resume entry

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Update: Commissioner designee resigns after accusations of false resume entry

He also admitted to making inaccurate statements in a confirmation hearing.

Here’s a look at what Dunleavy’s four new crime bills would do

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Here’s a look at what Dunleavy’s four new crime bills would do

The bills address sex crimes, pretrial processes, parole and prison sentences.

Capitol Live: Gov unveils four new crime bills

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Capitol Live: Gov unveils four new crime bills

Live updates from the Alaska State Capitol.

Finance director warns of budget ‘death spiral’

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Finance director warns of budget ‘death spiral’

The Legislature has a tall task ahead.

Gov. Mike Dunleavy delivers the State of the State address on Jan. 22, 2019 in the Alaska Capitol. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

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Dunleavy declares ‘war on criminals,’ delves into fiscal plan

He didn’t mince words.

Commissioner Designee Bruce Tangeman presents the state’s revenue forecast to the Senate Finance Committee at the Capitol on Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

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‘The $1.6B problem’: Senators, commissioners gear up for budget challenge

It’s still unclear when the budget will be unveiled.

Rep. Dave Talerico, R-Healy, speaks to reporters at a House Republican Caucus press conference at the Capitol on Monday, Jan. 21, 2019. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

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Capitol Live: House Speaker nominations fail on eighth day

Electing a permanent Speaker of the House remains elusive.

House Republicans Cathy Tilton, left, David Talerico, center, and Lance Pruitt speak to the press outside the House chambers after Gov. Mike Dunleavy’s State of the State speech on Tuesday. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

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Gov’s crime message resonates, but Juneau lawmakers hesitant about constitutional amendments

Most everyone agreed on Dunleavy’s take on public safety.

Opinion: A fresh start for working Alaskans

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Opinion: A fresh start for working Alaskans

It’s time to do things differently and reject partisan politics.

Gov. Michael J. Dunleavy, with his wife, Rose, anounces the proclamation of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day at the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. 2019 Community Celebration at St. Paul’s Catholic Church on Monday, Jan. 21, 2019. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

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State of the State still on for tonight

It will be Dunleavy’s first state of the state.

Corri Feige, Commissioner of the Department of Natural Resources, right, listens to Chantal Walsh, director of the Division of Oil and Gas, left, as along with Sara Longan, Deputy Commissioner of DNR, center, give a status of North Slope production during a Senate Finance Committee meeting on Thursday, Jan. 17, 2019. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

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Oil exploration predicted to increase on North Slope

Money may come. Eventually.

Juneau legislators holding town hall meeting

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Juneau legislators holding town hall meeting

Come for the legislators, stay for the pizza.

House names temporary speaker, swears in Jackson

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House names temporary speaker, swears in Jackson

The House finally has a leader.

Volatile oil market prompts conservative forecasts

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Volatile oil market prompts conservative forecasts

New Alaska Gov. Mike Dunleavy’s administration is taking a more conservative approach to oil revenue forecasting to help…

Swear off: Jackson’s oath of office likely violates statute

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Swear off: Jackson’s oath of office likely violates statute

More House drama.

Infographics: Alaska’s 2019 Budget

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Infographics: Alaska’s 2019 Budget

How we pay for it and how we spend it.

Sen. Mike Shower, R-Wasilla, left, and Sen. Shelley Hughes, R-Palmer, relay a message to Gov. Michael J. Dunleavy in his Capitol office that the Senate is open and ready for business on the first day of the 31st Session of the Alaska Legislature on Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2019. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

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Dunleavy to give first State of State address

It’s in less than a week.

Sen. Mia Costello, R-Anchorage, right, and Senate President Cathy Giessel, R-Anchorage, speak during a Senate Majority press conference on the opening day of the 31st Session of the Alaska Legislature on Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2019. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

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Curbing the crime wave: Lawmakers say collaboration is key

Sexual assault is a common focus of proposed legislation.

Hello? Cellphones banned on Senate floor

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Hello? Cellphones banned on Senate floor

Sen. John Coghill said Tuesday evening he is considering a revision of a ban of cellphone usage on…