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foxnews.comDan J. Sullivan Files to Challenge Incumbent Sen. Dan Sullivan in Alaska Senate Race
A second candidate named Dan J. Sullivan, a former elementary school teacher and bartender, has filed to run against Republican Sen. Dan Sullivan in Alaska's 2026 Senate race. The filing adds a new variable to a contest already featuring former Democratic Rep. Mary Peltola.
rediff.comThree Climbers Die After Fall on Alaska's Mount McKinley
Three members of a Latvian climbing group died and one was injured after a fall at Denali Pass on Mount McKinley. Officials conducted a rescue and later shifted to recovery operations.
nypost.comRescue team responds after four climbers fall on Mount McKinley
Four climbers fell near Denali Pass on Mount McKinley. An overnight rescue operation was launched in response.
dailywire.comOil Companies Increase Bids for Alaska Arctic Leases
Major energy firms submitted record bids for oil and gas leases in Alaska's National Petroleum Reserve. Recent geological findings and federal policy changes have renewed industry interest in the region.
themarketherald.com.auAlaska Oil Interest Rises After New Discoveries and Policy Shifts
Recent crude discoveries have prompted renewed exploration activity in Alaska. Federal policy changes under the current administration have coincided with the increased interest.
The Sydney Morning HeraldAPT Luxury Travel Releases 2027 Canada and Alaska Itineraries
APT Luxury Travel has announced new 2027 tour packages that combine rail travel through the Rocky Mountains with cruises along the Alaska coast. The itineraries include stops at Banff, Lake Louise, and Glacier Bay National Park.
vancouversun.comResearch Links Low Rumbles Near Alaska Lighthouse to Humpback Whales
Scientists identified humpback whale sounds as the source of low-frequency rumbles heard for decades near the Five Finger Lighthouse in southeast Alaska. The study was led by biologist Fred Sharpe of the Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence Institute.
Washington ExaminerAlaska Native Corporations Support Energy Projects Through Federal Contracting
Alaska Native corporations participate in the SBA 8(a) program to secure federal contracts in logistics, engineering, and infrastructure. These contracts generate revenue that flows back into Alaska communities and supports energy development on the North Slope.
limerickpost.ieSt. Mary’s Man Gets 3 Years for Illegal Alaska Wildlife Guiding Scheme
A St. Mary’s resident received a three-year prison sentence and must pay more than $64,000 in restitution for operating unlicensed guiding services and collecting fraudulent payments. The case triggers mandatory restitution collection and closes one enforcement action in federal…
ndtv.comCalifornia Man Sentenced to 15 Years for Leading Alaska Drug Trafficking Organization
A California man received a 15-year prison sentence on May 13 for directing an Alaska-based drug trafficking organization. The conviction triggers mandatory asset forfeiture and closes a Homeland Security Investigations case that removed hundreds of pounds of illegal drugs from c…
newscientist.comStudy Confirms Alaskan Landslide Caused 1,500-Foot Wave in Remote Fjord Last August
A new study has confirmed that a landslide caused a megatsunami in Alaska that sent water more than 1,500 feet up the sides of a fjord near Juneau. The event occurred last August. Researchers are calling for increased monitoring to prevent future catastrophes.
newscientist.com2025 Alaska Landslide Triggered 1,500-Foot Runup Tsunami in Remote Fjord
A new study documents a giant tsunami that struck a remote Alaskan fjord last year, pushing water more than 1,500 feet up its sides in an area popular with tourists. Researchers called the event a near-miss and urged greater monitoring to avert future disasters. NPR reported the…
The Bbc64 Million Cubic Metres of Rock Slide into Alaska’s Tracy Arm Fjord, Generating 481-Metre Wave
A 64-million-cubic-metre rock collapse into Tracy Arm Fjord produced the second-largest megatsunami on record. The 5.26 a.m. wave reached 481 metres and prompted several cruise operators to stop sending vessels into the area. Scientists attribute the event to long-term retreat of…
propublica.orgFormer Fairbanks Teacher Indicted for Child Sexual Exploitation
A federal grand jury in Alaska indicted a former teacher for sexually exploiting a child to produce and possess child sexual abuse materials, resulting in his arrest. The charges initiate federal prosecution that could lead to significant prison time upon conviction.
news.google.comU.S. Oil and Gas Reserves Declined 1% in 2024, with Alaska Seeing Increases
Alaska saw gains in proved reserves of crude oil, lease condensate, and natural gas in 2024, according to recent data. Nationwide, U.S. reserves for these resources decreased over the same period. The figures highlight contrasting trends between the state and the broader country.
earthsky.orgOcean Discovery Near Alaska Identified as Anemone Part
A shiny object retrieved from the deep sea near Alaska in 2023 has been identified as part of an anemone. Scientists announced the finding, resolving the mystery of the golden blob. The identification provides new insights into marine life.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewConservative Group Requests Federal Probe of Alaska School Gender Policy
America First Legal has asked the Trump administration to investigate an Alaska school district's policy on student gender identity information. The policy requires staff to use students' legal names and pronouns when communicating with parents, even if different ones are used at…