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Anchorage ICU Capacity Plummets Over Weekend

Anchorage ICU Capacity Plummets Over Weekend

This morning's data from the Municipality of Anchorage COVID-19 Dashboard shows that Anchorage is reporting 0 available staffed ICU beds. On Friday, the Municipality reported that 7 staffed ICU beds were available in Anchorage hospitals, and by Saturday, that number had dropped to 1. Dr. Clancy, an Anchorage

Parent and Student Voices on Racism and Critical Race Theory

Join the Alaska Black Caucus this Sunday from 7-8 pm for a discussion with young people and their families, who will be sharing their perspectives on racism and critical race theory.

Assemblyman Rivera to Encourage Override of Mayor Bronson's Veto

Assemblyman Rivera to Encourage Override of Mayor Bronson's Veto

Anchorage Assemblyman Felix Rivera issued a press release this evening writing that he was "astounded" Mayor Bronson had used his first veto on an ordinance that would have created a Houseless Lived Experience Board. The proposed ordinance had been approved by a 9-2 vote of the assembly, which

Anchorage School District to Temporarily Suspend Some Bus Routes

Anchorage School District to Temporarily Suspend Some Bus Routes

An email sent to families of the Anchorage School District says that the district will temporarily suspend bus service for designated routes.

Bronson Administration Backs Down — Will Now Seek New Library Director Appointee

Bronson Administration Backs Down — Will Now Seek New Library Director Appointee

The Bronson administration is backing off its plan to give oversight of the Anchorage Public Library system to Mayor Bronson's new Chief of Staff, Sami Graham.

Date Set for Zaletel Recall

Date Set for Zaletel Recall

In a special meeting held today, the Anchorage assembly adopted an earlier than expected date for the Zaletel recall.