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Today’s stories: Two troubling Alaska health trends – flu-related deaths are up and the elder suicide rate is on the rise. Ketchikan’s assembly apologizes to the tribe for racist remarks. Juneau weighs a borough tax to prevent damage from glacial flooding outbursts.
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Researchers have been working with a network of local observers to better track and predict changes in things like sea ice and marine life. -
"It feels good to be dancing again," Frank Komonaseak said. "I grew up doing it, and I'm proud of who I am." -
Ambler Metals, the company behind the proposed open pit copper and zinc mine, has touted local benefits from the project ranging from construction and mining jobs to new infrastructure and even lower fuel prices. -
The 18-foot fishing boat left Savoonga Friday night and was expected to return early Sunday morning. -
Flags were flown at half-staff across the state on Sept. 2 to honor the former representative who passed away in August at the age of 76.
