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Dr. Johnny Holland feeds his ballot into a counting machine while voting during a special election for mayor of Juneau at the Mendenhall Valley Public Library in 2016. The Alaska Division of Elections is considering new voting equipment statewide. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire file)

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Southern Southeast votes still trickling in

The ballots could be important in two races.

‘Protect Mueller’ protest breaks out in Juneau

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‘Protect Mueller’ protest breaks out in Juneau

In a way, the protest was a year in the works.

Alaska Gov.-elect Mike Dunleavy, center, speaks to supporters at his campaign headquarters on Monday. Dunleavy announced a handful of appointments Thursday, including Brett Huber, at left, as senior policy adviser. (Becky Bohrer | The Associated Press File)

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Alaska governor-elect drafts GOP head for new administration

Dunleavy repeatedly used the phrase “open for business.”

Juneau voters veer from statewide choices

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Juneau voters veer from statewide choices

Turnout was down from 2014 totals.

Republicans near total control of Alaska government

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Republicans near total control of Alaska government

All eyes are on Fairbanks.

Republican gubernatorial candidate Mike Dunleavy reacts to early favorable election returns Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2018 In Anchorage, Alaska. With Dunleavy are from left, his wife Rose and daughters Ceil and Maggie. (AP Photo/Michael Dinneen)

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Alaskans choose Dunleavy for governor

Mike Dunleavy will be Alaska’s next governor.

Campaigns finish with final surge as Election Day arrives in Alaska

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Campaigns finish with final surge as Election Day arrives in Alaska

One candidate compared Tuesday to Christmas.

Green Elephant Gardens gardener Scott Jones cares for a marijuana plant on Green Elephant’s first day of operation in June 2017. (Alex McCarthy | Juneau Empire file)                                Green Elephant Gardens gardener Scott Jones cares for a marijuana plant on Green Elephant’s first day of operation in June 2017. (Alex McCarthy | Juneau Empire file)

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Two years on, Alaska’s marijuana industry keeps growing

October collections might set a new record.

Democrat gubernatorial candiate Mark Begich, a former U.S. Senator for Alaska and former mayor of Anchorage, speaks during an interview in Juneau on Friday, Nov. 2, 2018. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

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Begich talks Juneau issues on last campaign stop before election

The race has changed, but Begich’s views haven’t.

An unused sexual assault evidence kit, colloquially known as a “rape kit,” is seen Friday, Nov. 2, 2018. (James Brooks | Juneau Empire file)                                An unused sexual assault evidence kit, colloquially known as a “rape kit,” is seen Friday, Nov. 2, 2018. (James Brooks | Juneau Empire file)

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Department of Public Safety proposes permanent fix for rape evidence kit backlog

Testing all of the kits is expected to take years.

The Mendenhall Glacier. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

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Alaska judge dismisses youth climate lawsuit

An appeal would go to the Alaska Supreme Court.

The Holland America Line ship Amsterdam sits at port in Juneau on Tuesday, Sept. 11, 2018. The Amsterdam is one of nine ships that have received Notice of Violations for air opacity issued by the Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

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Alaska negotiating settlements with cruise companies over air, water violations

Closed-door meetings decide how much cruises will pay for summer violations.

Republican Mike Dunleavy, left, and Democrat Mark Begich, right, are the two leading candidates in the race to replace incumbent independent Gov. Bill Walker. (Composite image)

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Begich, Dunleavy stand at dividend divide in final debate

The candidates’ plans for the Permanent Fund differ sharply.

Legislature’s new ethics law extends to private discussions

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Legislature’s new ethics law extends to private discussions

A new conflict-of-interest law covers discussions behind closed doors, not just public debate.

Rep. Jason Grenn, I-Anchorage (left) speaks to Rep. Dan Saddler, R-Eagle River (standing center), Rep. George Rauscher, R-Sutton (standing right) and Rep. Lora Reinbold, R-Eagle River (seated) before the final vote Friday, May 11, 2018 on House Bill 44. (Brian Hild | Alaska House Majority)

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Walker makes second legislative endorsement

Walker’s first endorsement was of another independent candidate.

In this April 20, 2018 file photo, a marijuana plant is seen on Hippie Hill in San Francisco. (Josh Edelson | The Associated Press File)

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New Alaska marijuana tax rate could benefit fans of edibles

More tax changes are possible in the next Legislative session.

Hotel workers strike for a wage increase in front of a Marriott hotel Thursday, Oct. 4, 2018, in San Francisco. Alaska’s minimum wage is set to rise to $9.89 per hour on Jan. 1. (Ben Margot | The Associated Press)

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Alaska’s minimum wage to rise Jan. 1

Inflation increased, so the wage will rise.

Juneau Empire file. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

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Analysis: How mines, dams would be permitted under Ballot Measure 1

How your vote could affect permitting for major construction.

Former state Senate Mike Dunleavy, left, Gov. Bill Walker, center, and former U.S. Senator Mark Begich shake hands after a debate at a Juneau Chamber of Commerce luncheon at Centennial Hall on Thursday, Sept. 6, 2018. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire File)

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New poll finds Begich, Dunleavy tied for support

The governor race between Mike Dunleavy and Mark Begich is tighter than ever.

State departments have an eye toward budget hikes

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State departments have an eye toward budget hikes

Legislative and governor candidates have vowed across the state to further cut Alaska’s budget, but many state departments…