05/13/2026

Murkowski Pushes Congress Role in Iran War, Splits from Sullivan

Alaska Sen. Lisa Murkowski demanded Congress assert its constitutional war powers amid the escalating Iran conflict, planning a limited authorization bill. Her stance sharply contrasts with Sen. Dan Sullivan's silence on the issue. As the War Powers Act clock ticks past 60 days, Alaskans watch their senators diverge on national security.

May 13

Juneau's Goldbelt Tram Shut Weeks After Abrupt Stop Injures Two

May 13

Alaska experts: Here's how to stay alive in bear country

May 13

Dunleavy vetoes Alaska election reform after decade of work

May 13

Alaska Native artists decry Etsy's fur ban as discriminatory

Indigenous artisans in Alaska fear Etsy's August 11 fur ban will gut their livelihoods on the popular marketplace. Traditional crafts using seal, fox and beaver furs—central to Native culture—face extinction online. Artists like Cheyenne Nelson say it ignores respectful harvesting practices.

May 13

Alaska Salmon Harvest Forecast Drops to 126 Million Amid Sharp Decline

May 13

UA Board Taps Fairbanks Lawyer as Next President

The University of Alaska Board of Regents has selected Fairbanks attorney Matt Cooper, the system's former general counsel, as its 18th president. Cooper will step in after Pat Pitney's retirement later this month, with Michelle Rizk serving as interim leader. The move comes amid ongoing challenges for Alaska's public university system.

May 13

The Algorithmic Tightrope: Personalization vs. Conformity

Are algorithms curating our experiences to enrich our lives, or are they trapping us in echo chambers that stifle growth and divide us further? Let's explore the fine line between personalized convenience and homogenized thought.

May 13

The Contentious Case of Counterpoint: Is Structured Disagreement Really Divisive?

May 13

Is the Era of Nuance Over? Point, Counterpoint, and the Missing Middle Ground

May 13

Numbers All Around: Unlocking the Fibonacci Fun in Everyday Life

May 13

Sync or Sink: Streamlining Your Brand Across Social Platforms

May 13

The Curious Case of Competing Truths: Can We All Be Right At Once?

In an age defined by opposing viewpoints, Splurge Sullivan dives into the possibility that multiple “truths” can coexist, and the potential value of embracing this complexity.

May 13

Penn State Football Undergoes Changes in Campbell's First Four Months

Head Coach Matt Campbell has implemented changes within Penn State's football program during his first four months. The focus is on player development and a renewed emphasis on recruiting. The impact on the team's performance remains to be seen.

May 13

Projected NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament Field Released: Florida Holds Top Seed

May 13

Top 25 Teams: Potential Award Candidates

May 13

Dante Fowler Signs With Seahawks After Lawrence's Super Bowl Pitch

May 13

Power Four Football: Top Newcomers to Watch in 2026

May 13