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Governor begins town hall series on Monday

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Governor begins town hall series on Monday

PFD change needs a vote, governor said.

Who will shape ferries’ future?

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Who will shape ferries’ future?

Deadline is tomorrow.

Michael S. Lockett | Juneau Empire                                 Substance misuse costs the state of Alaska $3.45 billion every year, according to a report released recently by the McDowell Group.

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“Every hour of every day:” the cost of substance misuse in Alaska

Alaskans are paying in money and lives.

Gov. Mike Dunleavy holds a press conference at the Capitol on Tuesday, April 9, 2019. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

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Dunleavy announces two town hall meetings in Southeast Alaska

They’re coming up fast.

6 days and counting: Engine woes strands Anchorage-bound ferry passengers in Juneau

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6 days and counting: Engine woes strands Anchorage-bound ferry passengers in Juneau

Spirits, and frustration, are high.

Axed Ocean Ranger funds could improve sewage plants

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Axed Ocean Ranger funds could improve sewage plants

The money from the program could go elsewhere under this new proposal.

Senate Minority Leader Tom Begich, D-Anchorage, House Minority Leader Lance Pruitt, R-Anchorage, Speaker of the House Bryce Edgmon, I-Dillingham, and Senate President Cathy Giessel, R-Anchorage, speak at the Alaska Chamber’s Legislative Fly-In, Wednesday. (Ben Hohenstatt | Juneau Empire)

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Alaska lawmakers vow this year will be different than last year’s fiasco

Legislative leaders from all parties say they want to work together and finish on time.

University cuts are difficult, but manageable, UA president says

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University cuts are difficult, but manageable, UA president says

UA is more focused.

Capitol Live: House meets for vote on two bills

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Capitol Live: House meets for vote on two bills

Live updates from the Capitol.

Alaskans win thousands in state’s first ever PFD raffle

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Alaskans win thousands in state’s first ever PFD raffle

Donations from PFD turned into huge payouts.

‘Difficult year for the AMHS’ with more struggles ahead

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‘Difficult year for the AMHS’ with more struggles ahead

Long service gaps still to come.

Rep. Andi Story, D-Juneau, talks with Department of Administration Commissioner Kelly Tshibaka Tuesday morning following a House Administration Committee Finance Subcommittee meeting. (Ben Hohenstatt | Juneau Empire)

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‘Sexy’ mortar: Committee hears about department’s far-reaching impact and proposed budget

Department of Administration is the mortar in state government’s brick wall, commissioner says.

Rep. Andi Story, D-Juneau, talks with Department of Administration Commissioner Kelly Tshibaka Tuesday morning following a House Administration Committee Finance Subcommittee meeting. (Ben Hohenstatt | Juneau Empire)

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Capitol Live: Commissioner provides overview of ‘mortar’ holding state services together

Commissioner, legislative finance scheduled to speak.

Analysis: Gov wants lottery, touts timber, but no mention of PFD formula

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Analysis: Gov wants lottery, touts timber, but no mention of PFD formula

PFD question looms large over Dunleavy’s proposals.

Sen. Cathy Giessel, R-Anchorage, and Sen. Mike Shower, R-Wasilla, listen Margie Beedle give testimony Monday. (Ben Hohenstatt | Juneau Empire)

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Juneau residents show up to support Pioneer Homes bill

Rate changes went into effect in September.

Once again, veto override fails

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Once again, veto override fails

45 is a hard number to reach.

The front doors to the Alaska State Capitol. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire File)

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Alaska lawmakers try to beat the clock to override Dunleavy’s vetoes

It’s not yet clear if they have the votes.

Capitol Live: Override vote fails

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Capitol Live: Override vote fails

Live updates from the Capitol.

Michael Penn | Juneau Empire file                                Gov. Mike Dunleavy speaks to members of the media before welcoming Juneau residents to the Governor’s Open House on Dec. 11, 2018.

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Governor extends open invitation to mining industry

Open for business.

Bipartisan reading bill receives broad support

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Bipartisan reading bill receives broad support

Reading at grade level by third grade.