Wasilla residents can apply to fill vacant council seat
October 27, 2026
Applications will open Nov. 9.
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Lawsuit argues Houston-area land transfer violates state constitution
October 26, 2026
The suit contends the transfer to AIDEA violates seven sections of the state constitution.
Mat-Su Assembly withdraws request to start school after Labor Day
October 22, 2026
Officials will instead discuss the idea at a future meeting with the Mat-Su School Board.
The Q&As with Mat-Su region Alaska State House and Senate Candidates
October 22, 2026
Mat-Su region House and Senate candidates answer your questions.
The Q&As with 2026 Mat-Su Assembly and School Board Candidates
October 22, 2026
Mat-Su Assembly and School Board candidates answer your questions.
Mat-Su School Board rejects charter school proposal for former Meadow Lakes Elementary
October 21, 2026
Opening a new school would undermine savings from last year's school closures, officials said.
Cole reelected Houston mayor
October 20, 2026
The Houston City Council voted 6-1 to retain Cole as mayor.
Early voting is open for the Nov. 3 state and borough elections
October 19, 2026
The election includes four borough ballot measures.
DNR commissioner will appear at hearing on Houston land transfer after subpoena
October 16, 2026
Lawmakers have raised questions over whether the proposed transfer of approximately 30 square miles near Houston is legal.