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Good afternoon. It’s Wednesday, August 19. |
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In today's newsletter:
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Early results in Alaska's primary election show two Democrats leading the governor's race, Democrat Mary Peltola advancing to the general election along with Republican Sen. Dan Sullivan, and strong support for reinstating campaign contribution limits.
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Anchorage police said an officer shot and killed an armed woman after an hourlong standoff Tuesday afternoon at a downtown apartment building that serves homeless residents.
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A federal judge voided a land exchange between the federal government and an Alaska Native village corporation, dealing a blow to the Dunleavy administration’s efforts to build a road through the Izembek National Wildlife Refuge. The state plans to appeal.
Curling up with a good book isn’t just enjoyable. It’s also good for your brain. Reading in general has been linked to slower rates of cognitive decline in older adults and even longer lives, but reading fiction in particular may have unique benefits. Research suggests it may strengthen the social skills we use to understand and connect with others. Learn more here. |
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Anchorage weather
It's overcast and rainy today with a high around 60 degrees. The forecast calls for continued rain through the rest of this week, and daytime highs will remain in the low to mid-60s.
Here’s what else is making headlines in Alaska today.
— Megan Pacer, mpacer@adn.com
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