The secret’s out: Mark Begich will enter race for Alaska governor, multiple sources confirm
The news sets up a three-way race for November.
May 2018
Gov. Walker says he’ll take independent path to general election if Begich enters race
The Walker campaign said it’s not interested in a “destructive primary.”
State of the Race: Effort underway to let Anchorage use its vote-by-mail system in 2018 elections
The push to allow Anchorage to use its vote-by-mail system in the 2018 elections is the first effort to expand the system.
Friday in the Sun (May 25): The Who’s Running for What edition
The filing deadline is a week away. Here’s how races are shaping up and some of the talk behind key races.
Zack Fields and Elias Rojas have filed for Rep. Gara’s seat, setting up a primary showdown
Gara announced earlier this week that he was considering retiring after 16 years in the Legislature, inviting interested candidates to file.
Red Button: Eight losers from the 2018 session
These are individuals, groups or feuds that came out not looking so hot by the time the Legislature gavelled out (though some might have found a bit of redemption before the final day).
Green Button: Eight winners and some honorable mentions from the 2018 session
From smoking bills to university and from foster care to the wealthy, here’s our winners list for the 2018 legislative session.
Rep. Les Gara says he’s ready to retire from the Legislature–if the right candidate (or candidates) comes along
The Anchorage Democrat would like to have some input in finding a replacement as he considers stepping away after 16 years.
Lost Bills: Eight good, bad and terrible bills that were left behind this session
A last-minute flurry of bills saved the 30th Legislature from being the least productive in history, but there were still plenty of bills left behind.
Friday in the Sun (May 18): Legislator Post-Session Tell-All edition
The legislative session may have come to a surprisingly smooth finish this last week, but legislators still have plenty to say. They’ve all been granted anonymity to speak candidly–and coarsely.