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After gasline tax bill, pipeline corporation plans to ask Alaskans for a few billion dollars
A bumper sticker on a car parked in Midtown Anchorage on June 29, 2026, expresses support for the Glenfarne-Alaska Gasline Development Corp. plan for natural gas pipeline tax concessions. (Photo by Yereth Rosen/Alaska Beacon)A few months from now, if developers of the proposed trans-Alaska natural gas pipeline move forward with the project, they will ask Alaskans for something between a few hundred million and a billion and a half dollars.The request is optional, but if the state doesn’t chip in
Homer teen lives soccer dream as FIFA flag bearer at World Cup
<p>Ethan Fraker was a flag bearer for the U.S. vs Australia match in Seattle on June 19 </p>
OPINION: He chose war … retaliation risks rise
<p>Trump has long relied on spectacle as a political weapon, says Van Abbott </p>
Spain defeats France 2-0 to advance to World Cup final
Spain is one win away from a second FIFA World Cup title, after defeating France 2-0 in Tuesday’s semifinal at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, Texas, ending their bid for a third straight appearance in the tournament final. The victory sends Spain to its first World Cup final since capturing the championship in 2010, where it will face the winner of Wednesday’s semifinal between Argentina and England.Spain seized control in the 22nd minute when teenage star Lamine Yamal drew a penalty a
Gymnast Suni Lee announces return to Team USA with eyes set on 2028 Olympics
Six-time Olympic medalist Suni Lee officially launched her bid for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics on Tuesday, announcing on social media that she has returned to elite gymnastics training. The 23-year-old took a brief competitive hiatus following her decorated performance at the 2024 Paris Games, but her decision to resume training positions her for a potential third consecutive Olympic appearance on home soil.In a video posted to her Instagram account, Lee expressed confidence as she stepped bac
Ella Langley expands ‘Dandelion Tour’ to add 21 dates this fall
Following a consecutive series of sold-out performances, country music artist Ella Langley announced that she will extend her current headlining arena tour into the fall. The singer has added 21 additional dates across the United States to the second leg of her trek, expanding the itinerary for her highly successful live series.The upcoming portion of the concert series is scheduled to begin on Aug. 20 at the Resch Center in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The tour will travel through multiple major venue
LOCASH and Parmalee team up on the summer anthem ‘Let the Country Music Play’
LOCASH and Parmalee have teamed up for the first collaboration of their careers, releasing “Let the Country Music Play,” a summer-ready single that reimagines Rupert Holmes’ 1979 hit “Escape (The Piña Colada Song)” with a country twist. Issued through LOCASH’s Galaxy Label Group, the track blends the groups’ signature harmonies and storytelling while celebrating the artists and songs that shaped the genre.The collaboration pairs LOCASH’s Preston Brust and Chris Lucas with Parmalee members Matt T
Bring Me the Horizon and A Day to Remember to headline Furnace Fest 2026
Birmingham, Alabama’s ‘Furnace Fest’ has announced the full lineup for its 2026, with A Day to Remember and Bring Me the Horizon leading the two-day event at Sloss Furnaces on October 10 and 11.A Day to Remember will headline the opening night on Saturday, joined by acts including Circa Survive, Chiodos, We Came As Romans, Hatebreed, and Poison the Well. Underoath will also deliver a special performance of Define the Great Line in full.The second day will close with Bring Me th
Slayer expands ‘Reign in Blood’ 40th anniversary celebration with Latin American tour dates
Slayer has announced a five-date Latin American run celebrating the 40th anniversary of its landmark 1986 album Reign in Blood, with the band set to perform the record in its entirety at each stop. The newly unveiled dates mark the thrash metal veterans’ most extensive stretch of performances since returning to the stage in 2024 after previously ending their farewell tour in 2019. Slayer’s current lineup features vocalist and bassist Tom Araya, guitarists Kerry King and Gary Holt, and drummer Pa
BTS to transform NYC with immersive ‘BTS THE CITY ARIRANG’ experience
BTS will expand its global fan experience to New York later this month with “BTS THE CITY ARIRANG – NEW YORK,” an immersive, citywide event celebrating the group’s latest album, ARIRANG, and its ongoing world tour.Running from July 24 through Aug. 3, the project will turn multiple locations across the city into interactive destinations, giving fans opportunities to explore themed exhibitions, exclusive merchandise, cultural programming and digital activities tied to the b
Stream the deluxe edition of Madison Beer’s ‘Locket’ ft. four new songs
Madison Beer has dropped the deluxe edition of her latest album ‘Locket,’ featuring four new tracks.Beer wrote and co-produced Locket alongside One Love, LOSTBOY, and Leroy Clampitt and features the singles Make You Mine, Yes Baby and Bittersweet. She also just released the video for “Lovergirl,” which features an appearance from Beer’s boyfriend, Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert. Check it out: HERE.The release of the 15-track Locket Deluxe coincides
Alaska university gets funding for critical minerals center
The Geophysical Institute at the University of Alaska Fairbanks is seen on Sept. 18, 2022. The National Science Foundation announced the establishment of a new critical minerals program to be led by and located at the UAF facility. (Photo by Yereth Rosen/Alaska Beacon)The National Science Foundation has selected the University of Alaska Fairbanks to be the site of a new critical minerals research program, making it one of 12 new technology innovation centers across the nation that received feder
Alaskans who lost money in bitcoin scam may be able to get compensation
<p>Attorney General’s Office says Bitcoin Depot Operating LLC has filed for bankruptcy, no longer in business </p>
Earth’s deep memory is thawing with the Arctic permafrost, degrading records of our ancient world
An ice wedge is exposed in an eroding permafrost bluff at Utqiagvik, seen on Aug. 4, 2022. Mud flowing downhill is the product of ice melt within the soil. Utqiagvik, the nation's northernmost community, bears some of Alaska's most serious risks of permafrost-thaw damage to infrastructure, according to a new study. (Photo by Yereth Rosen/Alaska Beacon)Permafrost usually hits the news as a hazard; a planetary risk. When this ice-rich ground thaws, it damages roads and building foundations. It dra
After 2 deadly shootings, ICE reportedly ordered to end vehicle enforcement stops
Security stands outside ICE headquarters while the Congressional Hispanic Caucus rallies on Feb. 3, 2026 in Washington, D.C. (Photo by Heather Diehl/Getty Images)WASHINGTON — The Department of Homeland Security Tuesday ordered U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers to cease vehicle-related enforcement stops, following the deadly shootings of two men in their vehicles, according to multiple media reports. A DHS spokesperson did not respond directly to States Newsroom’s question about w
Todd Blanche will be a big issue in the Sullivan campaign
Sen. Dan Sullivan didn’t make a big show of hanging out with Todd Blanche when Trump’s unqualified choice for attorney general visited Alaska last week.Sullivan would have found a way to accompany Blanche if he were not facing a tough election fight with Mary Peltola. Sullivan is keeping his head down about Blanche, which is Sullivan’s go-to strategy on any matter that carries a political risk.His vote on whether Trump’s former personal attorney should be AG is an important one. He has voted for
Snickerdoodle Cookie Cake
This is a snickerdoodle in its biggest, most shareable form! One big, soft, cinnamon-sugar coated Snickerdoodle Cookie Cake makes an easy Autumnal dessert. No rolling balls, rolling in sugar and babysitting them in the oven. Just mix, chill, coat and bake and a mega snickerdoodle is yours to enjoy. The Snickerdoodle Cookie Cake starts with...The post Snickerdoodle Cookie Cake appeared first on Little House Big Alaska.
PHOTOS: Photographer snaps sandhill cranes exploring downtown Homer
<p>Doug Lindstrand snapped these photos of sandhill cranes feeding and walking around near downtown Homer on July 1.</p>
To vote in Alaska’s primary elections, residents must register by July 19 — here’s how
<p>Alaska’s primary election is Tuesday, Aug. 18 </p>
Haunted by Halong
Seth Friend, 12, stands near a pond in Kwigillingok in June 2026. (Katie Baldwin Basile For Anchorage Press)This story was produced by The Margin with support from the Anchorage Press and co-published by KYUK. Jess Zhang reported this story while participating in USC Annenberg’s Center for Health Journalism and Center for Climate Journalism and Communication 2025 Health and Climate Change Reporting Fellowship. Please note this article contains mention of suicide. If you are in crisis, please cal