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The Senate Committee on Indian Affairs and chair U.S. Sen. Lisa Murkowski visited Bethel this week to hear directly from tribal leaders and agency heads about the federal government's response to ex-typhoon Halong and the path forward. Testimony showed that the need for better planning and cooperation between tribes and agencies is immediate. -
Legislators say restrictions on how and when Rural Health Transformation Program funding can be used present problems for Alaska. -
At the beginning of May, the Skagway Traditional Council celebrated a milestone: opening a space dedicated to learning about its Indigenous culture. It’s a gathering place for locals, and an opportunity for tourists to dig deeper into Skagway history. -
Meteorologists say record cold temperatures this winter likely thickened river ice, which could make this year's breakup more dangerous. -
In Metlakatla, wildlife isn't the only thing emerging from wintertime hibernation. Canoes are hitting the water again, marking this year’s start of a Tsimshian tradition that’s tied to the village’s history.
