Alaska tourism operators begin the season with one word in mind: uncertainty

Here's what we know so far about the Republican mega bill making it's way through Congress

Reversing the outmigration of young people is becoming a regular refrain of economists and others who keep an eye on trends.

Alaska Morning News: June 19, 2025 7am

If you got a tattoo in Anchorage a few decades ago, you likely visited a male owned shop. But that’s changing. Now, female tattoo artists are easy to find in the state’s largest city.

From a decline in advanced bookings to low sales, businesses are bracing for a disappointing summer that “could have been great.”

To keep schools running smoothly, many districts are looking abroad — namely to the Philippines.

The company’s goal is in line with President Trump’s attempt to bring manufacturing back to America. But the White House is also freezing and cutting key federal grants.

Alaska Morning News: May 15, 2025 Econ

Trump's day-one executive order called for expanded Alaska drilling, but his simultaneous push for lower oil prices has industry experts concerned.

Entrepreneurs say the uncertainty they’re facing is potentially just as damaging as the costly tariffs.