ALASKAN PENINSULA

Apr 08 2026CRIME

Alaska tackles crypto scams with new rules

Alaskans lost over $26 million to fraud in 2024, with seniors hit hardest. Scammers often trick victims by pretending to be government officials, using AI to fake official phone numbers. They push people to use crypto kiosks—machines that handle Bitcoin transactions—because once money is sent this w

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Feb 10 2026POLITICS

Fresh Faces Needed: Why Alaska Wants Limits on Congress Terms

Alaskans are known for their practical mindset. They care more about how well someone serves than how long they stay in office. This belief has sparked a growing group of lawmakers from both sides of the aisle to push for a constitutional change that would set limits on how many times a person can b

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