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From left to right, Mike Dunleavy, Bill Walker and Mark Begich are the three principal candidates for Alaska governor in 2018. (Michael Penn photos | Juneau Empire composite)

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Juneau Chamber of Commerce hosts gubernatorial forum at noon Thursday

At noon today, incumbent independent Gov. Bill Walker will appear alongside Democrat Mark Begich and Republican Mike Dunleavy…

At Dunleavy town hall, Juneau residents share stories of crime

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At Dunleavy town hall, Juneau residents share stories of crime

There were stories about stolen cars, stolen property, assault and death.

Galvin, Young set debate schedule for Alaska’s U.S. House seat

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Galvin, Young set debate schedule for Alaska’s U.S. House seat

Republican incumbent Don Young has set his debate schedule with independent challenger Alyse Galvin.

Opinion: Drop out, Begich

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Opinion: Drop out, Begich

Yes, our generally Democratic-voting family is divided over the issue of Mark Begich’s presence in the race. I…

Mark Begich refuses to withdraw, confirming three-way race for Alaska governor

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Mark Begich refuses to withdraw, confirming three-way race for Alaska governor

Mark Begich is staying in the 2018 general election.

Recount coming in Kenai state House race

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Recount coming in Kenai state House race

A tightly contested Republican primary race for a Kenai Peninsula state House seat is headed to a state-paid…

Election Roundup: Dunleavy to campaign this week in Juneau

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Election Roundup: Dunleavy to campaign this week in Juneau

Republican gubernatorial candidate Mike Dunleavy will host a town hall discussion on crime and public safety from 5-7…

Juneau Democrats divided over Begich campaign

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Juneau Democrats divided over Begich campaign

Juneau is normally a Democratic stronghold, but when it comes to this year’s race for governor, it is…

Alaska State Employees Association Business Manager Jim Duncan leads union members in a chant during a rally at the State Office Building in 2013. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire file)

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Election roundup: Third major labor union backs Walker re-election

The Alaska State Employees Association has become the third major labor union to endorse the re-election of Gov.…

Opinion: Please vote ‘yes’ on Ballot Measure 1

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Opinion: Please vote ‘yes’ on Ballot Measure 1

This year’s Stand for Salmon initiative, Ballot Measure 1, is a long-overdue measure that will help restore balance…

Laraine Derr, of the Regional Accu-Vote Board, center, waits for her machine to print out a tally as she, David Clover, left, and Mary Foster count questioned and absentee ballots at the State of Alaska election office at the Mendenhall Mall on Tuesday, Aug. 28, 2018. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

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New vote tallies aid challenged Alaska legislative incumbents

Incumbent Rep. Gabrielle LeDoux has taken a significant lead in a Republican primary race marred by possible voter…

Fish fight fills forum

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Fish fight fills forum

The question in November is about Ballot Measure 1, but the question in the room was something different:…

Dead Alaskans attempt to vote in Anchorage

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Dead Alaskans attempt to vote in Anchorage

The Alaska Division of Elections is investigating why seven dead people requested absentee ballots for the close-fought primary…

Analysis: Primary results indicate willingness to re-fight old battles

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Analysis: Primary results indicate willingness to re-fight old battles

On Tuesday, workers at the Alaska Division of Elections will begin counting absentee and question ballots from across…

Mike Dunleavy for governor and Jerry Nankervis for state house election signs are seen on Egan Drive at 17 Mile on Friday, Aug. 24, 2018. Alaska statute states signs on private or commercial property cannot be located within 660 feet of a state-maintained road or “with the purpose of their message being read from the main traveled way.” (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

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Signs of trouble: ACLU and pro-Dunleavy campaign launch lawsuit against state

They’re the signs of the times, and they’re causing problems.

Opinion: Making primary elections more than a tribal contest

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Opinion: Making primary elections more than a tribal contest

What we don’t know is why so many Alaskans didn’t care enough to vote.

Jerry Nankervis, Republican candidate for House District 34, puts on his “I Voted” sticker after casting his ballot on Tuesday, Aug. 21, 2018 in Alaska’s statewide primary election. (James Brooks | Juneau Empire)

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Voter turnout up from 2016, but still third-lowest

Alaskans came to the polls in earnest on Election Day, and according to figures from the Alaska Division…

Retired preschool teacher Katy Harman, left, is the first person to vote Tuesday morning, Aug. 21, 2018 at the Douglas Public Library during the 2018 Alaska Primary Election. (James Brooks | Juneau Empire)

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The Latest: Alaska Primary Election 2018 live blog

News and results from the primary election in Juneau.

Story, Hannan win Democratic nominations for Juneau House seats

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Story, Hannan win Democratic nominations for Juneau House seats

The Democratic Party’s “Year of the Woman” arrived in Juneau on Tuesday.

House District 34 candidates Andi Story, left, and Rob Edwardson, center, wave campaign signs with Rep. Justin Parish, D-Juneau, at Egan Drive and Glacier Highway on Tuesday, Aug. 21, 2018. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

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Story, Hannan win Democratic nominations for Juneau House seats

The Democratic Party’s “Year of the Woman” arrived in Juneau on Tuesday.