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Juneau judge orders release of man accused of murdering local woman
KTOO - Alaska
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July 1, 2025
Faith Rogers in an undated photo. (Photo courtesy of the family of Faith Rogers) A man originally charged with the 2022 murder of a Juneau woman is being released from prison after a Juneau court dismissed all charges against him on Monday....
Anchorage airport ranked among most punctual; new direct flights to Calgary
Your Alaska Link
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Summer is one of the busiest seasons for air travel, but if you’re flying out of Ted Stevens Anchorage International, there’s some good news. A new ranking from the travel site Kayak shows Ted Stevens ranks as the 10th most punctual airport in the...
Traveling for Fourth of July 2025? Know the best and…
Zanesville Times Recorder - Ohio
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A record 72.2 million Americans are expected to travel domestically for the Fourth of July holiday weekend. Driving remains the most popular mode of transportation, but air travel is also expected to hit record numbers. Travelers can find tips on...
Opinion: The Grants Pass decision was a setback for Anchorage and cities nationwide. We shouldn’t criminalize homelessness.
Anchorage Daily News - Alaska
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Anchorage police vehicles at the abatement of the homeless encampment at Davis Park and adjacent areas in Mountain View on June 17. (Bill Roth / ADN) The U.S. Supreme Court’s decision last year in Grants Pass v. Johnson is a blow to communities...
1 gas station in cities throughout Juneau City and Borough had the cheapest premium gas in week ending June 21
SE Alaska News
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June 30, 2025
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Chairman Willie L. Phillips | www.ferc.govFederal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Chairman Willie L. Phillips | www.ferc.gov There was a single gas station in cities across Juneau City and Borough...
Today’s Dylan Dreyer Brings Us Along for Whirlwind Alaska and London Trip
Us Weekly
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June 30, 2025
There is nothing ordinary about Dylan Dreyer’s life — and tagging along for a week of the Today cohost’s travels proves exactly that. Dreyer, 43, brought Us Weekly along with her for a week in her life by keeping a photo diary, from spending time...
Another record-breaking holiday travel weekend is forecast this July 4th
Texas Standard
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June 30, 2025
The Fourth of July is almost here, which means millions of Americans will be hitting the roads for the holiday weekend. According to AAA, a record 72.2 million Americans are expected to make a trip for the Independence Day long weekend. That’s up...
Alaska Airlines announces two new vice presidents in key workforce roles
WFMZ - Pennsylvania
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SEATTLE, June 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Alaska Airlines board of directors has placed two leaders in vice president roles to oversee critical employee groups. These appointments place trusted leaders at the helm during a dynamic time in the...
4th of July travel forecast: Where storms, traffic and crowdsare expected to hit hardest
Yahoo News
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For some people, the Fourth of July is all about backyard barbecues and watching their hometown fireworks show. Millions of others, however, are getting out of town: AAA reports a record-breaking 72.2 million Americans will travel more than 50...
Ohio hotel named to Men’s Health Travel Award 2025 best hotels
Cleveland.com - Ohio
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June 30, 2025
COLUMBUS – If you’re looking for a great place to stay in Ohio, look to Columbus for one of the best hotels in the U.S., according to Men’s Health. The Hilton Columbus Downtown in Columbus, Ohio, is one of 40 hotels named to the 2025 Men’s Health...
Plan ahead: Construction may cause slowdowns during holiday travel
WKOW - Wisconsin
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WISCONSIN (WKOW) -- The Wisconsin DOT is reminding drivers who are taking to the road for the holiday that they need to plan extra time for slowdowns. There is construction going on around the state right now. The DOT sent out this list of...
Traveling for the July 4th holiday? Here's what to expect
Pittsburgh Tribune Review - Pennsylvania
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June 30, 2025
Looking to travel for Independence Day weekend? So is the rest of the country. The AAA travel agency estimates that a record 72.2 million Americans plan on traveling for the holiday, with 9.9 million travelers in the Mid-Atlantic region (including...
Alaska hospital group calls Senate’s proposed Medicaid changes ‘terrible’
Alaska Journal of Commerce
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The emergency department at Providence Alaska Medical Center, photographed in Anchorage. (Loren Holmes / ADN) Medicaid changes proposed by Senate Republicans threaten health care coverage for thousands of Alaskans and could drive up medical costs...
Drivers warned about common car issues ahead of busy July 4 travel
The Mirror US
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June 30, 2025
A record-breaking 72.2 million people are expected to travel over the Independence Day holiday period this year, according to a new forecast from AAA. The travel window spans from Saturday, June 28, to Sunday, July 6, and includes two full...
2024 H-1B petitions: Approvals for employers classified under Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services industry across SC Alaska News publication area
SC Alaska News
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June 30, 2025
Tammy Meckley, Associate Director, Immigration Records and Identity Services Directorate for USCIS | https://www.dhswatchlist.com/ Tammy Meckley, Associate Director, Immigration Records and Identity Services Directorate for USCIS |...
Why Tour Operators Are Embracing Domestic Travel for Summer 2025 & Beyond
Travel Market Report - New York
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Tour operators like G Adventures, Intrepid Travel, and EF World Journeys have all announced new domestic tours in recent weeks, hinting at a larger trend in travel booking preferences. The tourism industry has found itself in a predicament as we...
Houston Astros reliever Bryan King, a Colorado native, travels ‘serendipitous’ path to MLB
The Gazette - Colorado
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It was one year ago when Mike and Amy King were at their cabin in Fairplay and son Bryan made the unforgettable phone call. Bryan, a graduate of Ponderosa High in Parker, was pitching for the Sugar Land (Texas) Space Cowboys at their 7,500-seat...
How an Arctic staple became Alaska’s signature style
Fairbanks Daily News Miner - Alaska
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The kuspuk is a regional fashion trend and has been one for many years now. Today, they are worn everywhere in Alaska by Alaskans of all backgrounds, and there is a lot of variety in overall design styles and trims. Did we always have kuspuks, and...
Senate version of tax bill would sell public lands for housing in Alaska, other Western states
Alaska Journal of Commerce
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The community of Moose Pass sits along Upper Trail Lake on Wednesday, June 19, 2019. (Loren Holmes / ADN) A U.S. Senate committee has proposed selling more than 3 million acres of public lands in Alaska and several other Western states to support...
Travel Concerns Prompt Michiganders to Rethink International Trips
WILX - Michigan
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June 29, 2025
LANSING, Mich. (WILX) - Travel to the Middle East is stirring up new concerns for Michiganders. Safety alerts among shifting global tensions have people asking questions before they book. For many Michiganders, summer means European getaways or...