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Gavel Alaska @gavelalaska.bsky.social · 9h

KTOO 360TV will once again carry this year's First Alaskans Institute Elders & Youth Conference. Watch live starting Sunday at 3:00 p.m. How to watch => www.ktoo.org/360TV/where-...

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KTOO Public Media @ktoopublicmedia.bsky.social · 11d

Oct. 1 is a historic day. It marks the official end of federal funding for public radio and television.

But public media endures: independent, resilient and powered by you. Here at KTOO, we’ll keep telling the stories that matter to Juneau and Alaska.

We may be defunded, but we remain determined.

Building a Bridge to Transformation

A statement from KTOO President and General Manager, Justin Shoman Juneau, AK - September 18th: Two months ago today, at the President's behest, Congress

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Alaska Beacon @alaskabeacon.com · 18d

Alaska Gov. Dunleavy vetoes interior design bill, his eighth veto so far this year, reports James Brooks via the @alaskabeacon.com

Alaska Gov. Dunleavy vetoes interior design bill, his eighth veto so far this year | Alaska Beacon

Dunleavy has vetoed almost a quarter of all bills that passed the House and Senate during the regular session this spring.

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Gavel Alaska @gavelalaska.bsky.social · 18d

The Alaska Supreme Court hears oral arguments in three cases this morning. Watch these and all Supreme Court cases live or on-demand at gavelalaska.org.

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KTOO Public Media @ktoopublicmedia.bsky.social · Sep 10

KTOO is hiring a managing editor to lead our small but mighty newsroom. Open until filled with an initial screening of candidates beginning Monday, September 15, 2025.

Managing Editor - KTOO

KTOO is hiring a managing editor to lead our small but mighty newsroom. This person will shape editorial decisions, set priority for KTOO news coverage and ensure the distribution of high quality…

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Gavel Alaska @gavelalaska.bsky.social · Sep 3

The Alaska Supreme Court hears oral arguments in the case of State v. Gerdes today at 1:30. Watch live at gavelalaska.org.

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Gavel Alaska @gavelalaska.bsky.social · Aug 30

In a letter, Gov. Dunleavy says he will not be calling another special session immediately following the current 30-day session, but may call additional special sessions next year if the Legislature does not address his education priorities in the next regular session. #akleg

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Gavel Alaska @gavelalaska.bsky.social · Aug 28

“We’re having a discussion, I’ll let you know,” he said during a press briefing in Anchorage on Wednesday. #akleg

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Gavel Alaska @gavelalaska.bsky.social · Aug 27

This morning, Gov. Dunleavy signed an MOU on federal permitting assistance and was joined by Rep. Begich and several members of the U.S. House Committee on Natural Resources to discuss resource development in Alaska. Watch: www.ktoo.org/video/gavel/...

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Gavel Alaska @gavelalaska.bsky.social · Aug 26

Sunday’s Senate and House technical sessions have both officially been canceled. The special legislative session will expire Sunday evening at midnight. #akleg

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Gavel Alaska @gavelalaska.bsky.social · Aug 20

The Alaska Supreme Court heard oral arguments in two cases this morning. Watch at gavelalaska.org.

Gavel Alaska @gavelalaska.bsky.social · Aug 19

The House and Senate are both adjourned until Sunday, August 31st at 10:00 a.m. for technical sessions. #akleg

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Gavel Alaska @gavelalaska.bsky.social · Aug 19

We're starting to see some activity on the floor. Watch our coverage starting shortly at gavelalaska.org or on KTOO 360TV. #akleg

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Gavel Alaska @gavelalaska.bsky.social · Aug 19

The Senate and House are now delayed to a call of the chair. We’ll update when we have an updated start time. #akleg

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Gavel Alaska @gavelalaska.bsky.social · Aug 19

As part of the 30 day special session that began on August 2, the Senate and House are holding technical floor sessions today. In a technical session, no business is conducted and a quorum is not required. #akleg

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Alaska Public Media @alaskapublic.org · Aug 2

Alaska lawmakers voted today to overrode Gov. Mike Dunleavy’s veto of some $51 million in state funding for public schools.

Alaska lawmakers override Dunleavy’s education funding veto

The vote was the second successful veto override after lawmakers convened Saturday for a special session called by Dunleavy.

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Gavel Alaska @gavelalaska.bsky.social · Aug 2

Governor Dunleavy has also announced a press availability following the Joint Majority press availability this afternoon. #akleg

Gavel Alaska @gavelalaska.bsky.social · Aug 2

The Senate and House Majorities are planning a press availability following today’s session. We’ll have live coverage on KTOO 360TV and gavelalaska.org #akleg

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Gavel Alaska provides live, unedited coverage of the Alaska Legislature, including committee meetings, Alaska Senate and House floor sessions, press conferences and other legislative events. We also c...

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Gavel Alaska @gavelalaska.bsky.social · Aug 2

The Senate and House Majorities are planning a press availability following today’s session. We’ll have live coverage on KTOO 360TV and gavelalaska.org #akleg

Gavel Alaska

Gavel Alaska provides live, unedited coverage of the Alaska Legislature, including committee meetings, Alaska Senate and House floor sessions, press conferences and other legislative events. We also c...

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Gavel Alaska @gavelalaska.bsky.social · Aug 2

We're live with the Joint Legislative Session to consider overriding Gov. Dunleavy's vetoes. Proceedings are delayed a bit awaiting all members to arrive. Watch --> gavelalaska.org #akleg

Gavel Alaska

Gavel Alaska provides live, unedited coverage of the Alaska Legislature, including committee meetings, Alaska Senate and House floor sessions, press conferences and other legislative events. We also c...

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Gavel Alaska @gavelalaska.bsky.social · Aug 2

The House is also delayed until 11:00. The Joint Legislative Session is now delayed until 1:00 p.m. #akleg

Gavel Alaska @gavelalaska.bsky.social · Aug 2

Good Saturday morning from your state capital! A special legislative session begins today at 10:00. We’re expecting veto override votes on several bills at some point today. Watch us live on KTOO 360TV or at gavelalaska.org. #akleg

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Gavel Alaska @gavelalaska.bsky.social · Aug 2

We're getting word that the Senate is delayed until 11:00. The House still plans to convene at 10, with a joint session happening this afternoon. #akleg

Gavel Alaska @gavelalaska.bsky.social · Aug 2

Good Saturday morning from your state capital! A special legislative session begins today at 10:00. We’re expecting veto override votes on several bills at some point today. Watch us live on KTOO 360TV or at gavelalaska.org. #akleg

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Gavel Alaska @gavelalaska.bsky.social · Aug 2

Good Saturday morning from your state capital! A special legislative session begins today at 10:00. We’re expecting veto override votes on several bills at some point today. Watch us live on KTOO 360TV or at gavelalaska.org. #akleg

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Gavel Alaska @gavelalaska.bsky.social · Jul 30

The first special session of the 34th Legislature begins on Saturday. Watch Gavel Alaska for live coverage starting at 10 a.m. #akleg

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Gavel Alaska @gavelalaska.bsky.social · Jul 29

Two press releases sent minutes apart Monday afternoon reveal vastly different expectations between the governor and legislative majorities regarding the upcoming special session. #akleg

Alaska Beacon @alaskabeacon.com · Jul 29

Dunleavy sets out agenda for special session, while Alaska legislative leaders focus on vetoes, reports Corinne Smith, @corinne-smith.bsky.social, of @alaskabeacon.com: alaskabeacon.com/briefs/dunle... #akleg

Dunleavy sets out agenda for special session, while Alaska legislative leaders focus on vetoes | Alaska Beacon

Alaska Gov. Mike Dunleavy announced his policy priorities, mostly focused on education, for the Legislature for the special session.

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Gavel Alaska @gavelalaska.bsky.social · Jul 24

The special session called by Gov. Dunleavy is scheduled to begin on Saturday, August 2. #akleg

KTOO Public Media @ktoopublicmedia.bsky.social · Jul 24

Despite Dunbar's attendance, the outcome of a vote to override Gov. Mike Dunleavy’s public school funding veto remains uncertain, and Dunleavy has the option of canceling the session.

(From @alaskabeacon.com)

Alaska state senator, key vote on possible budget veto override, gets waiver from U.S. Army

Dunbar, a member of the National Guard, is deployed to Poland on active-duty service but received a federal waiver that will allow him to return to Alaska for legislative work.

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