Claire Stremple

After the latest catastrophic storm hit Western Alaska, displacing more than 1,500 people, killing at least one and leaving villages in ruins, residents face an existential crisis. Will the wide delta that fans out between the lower Yukon and Kuskokwim Ri... See more

The Alaska Beacon team took home five awards from the Alaska Press Club contest for our coverage in 2025. As we cover statewide news with a government and politics lens, we are especially honored that James Brooks’ reporting earned a first place award in ... See more

At the Alaska Beacon, we’re constantly trying to figure out where we should put our attention. There’s always more news than there are people to report it. Every Thursday, the Alaska Legislature publishes its committee schedule for the coming week. Public... See more

Alaska’s senior Senator, Republican Lisa Murkowski, told reporters on Jan. 27 that Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem should “probably” step down. Murkowski is one of a handful of Senate Republicans calling for further investigation int... See more

Alaska’s senior Senator, Republican Lisa Murkowski, told reporters on Tuesday that Department of Homeland Security Kristi Noem should “probably” step down. Murkowski is one of a handful of Senate Republicans calling for further investigation into the kill... See more