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Local election officials reel over ‘logistical nightmare’ of Trump’s vote-by-mail order

Election workers sort ballots at Contra Costa County's election operations facility on May 27, 2026 in Martinez, California. (Photo by Benjamin Fanjoy/Getty Images)As election officials across the country steel themselves for the midterm elections in less than five months, President Donald Trump’s executive order restricting voting by mail threatens to upend their preparations.The executive order instructs the U.S. Postal Service to refuse to deliver ballots in states that don’t provide lists of

Honey Roasted Carrots

Honey Roasted Carrots come together with just a few ingredients but feel like so more once they’re done. If you’re looking for a way to make carrots exciting again try this simple recipe! Use regular carrots, baby carrots or fresh carrots for this simple side dish. In my opinion ANY vegetable tastes better roasted. It’s...The post Honey Roasted Carrots appeared first on Little House Big Alaska.

Firearms drive majority of veteran suicides, federal data shows

A Glock 19X handgun rests on top of an American flag. Guns were used in about three-quarters of veteran suicides, up from about two-thirds in 2001, according to a new analysis of federal data. (Photo by Amanda Watford/Stateline)Editor’s note: If you or someone you know needs help, the national suicide and crisis lifeline in the U.S. is available by calling or texting 988. For the Veterans Crisis Line, dial 988, then press 1. There is also an online chat at 988lifeline.org.Veterans in the United

Chicago Bulls finalize agreement to name Tiago Splitter as new head coach

The Chicago Bulls are expected to name former Portland Trail Blazers interim coach Tiago Splitter as the franchise’s next head coach, ending a month-long search and ushering in a new era under executive vice president of basketball operations Bryson Graham. Splitter fills the vacancy created by Billy Donovan, who stepped down from his position in April following a six-year tenure with the team.ESPN’s Shams Charania reported: “The Chicago Bulls are finalizing the hire of Portland Trai

Cape Verde restrain Spain in historic 0-0 World Cup draw

World Cup debutant Cape Verde produced one of the tournament’s first major surprises Monday, frustrating heavily favored Spain in a scoreless draw that felt like a victory for the 64th-ranked African nation.Spain, among the pre-tournament favorites and the reigning European champion, controlled possession and generated the bulk of the scoring opportunities at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. However, Cape Verde’s disciplined defense and standout goalkeeping performance from veteran captain Vozinha d

‘America’s Block Party’ to feature headliners Chris Stapleton, Smashing Pumpkins at July 4 benefit show

Chris Stapleton and The Smashing Pumpkins will headline ‘America’s Block Party,’ a major Independence Day concert at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on July 4, part of the nationwide observance of the United States’ 250th anniversary. Organizers announced that actor and musician Queen Latifah will host the event, with additional performers expected to be revealed in the coming weeks.The concert, organized by the congressionally chartered America250 initiative, is designed to

‘America’s Block Party’ to feature headliners Chris Stapleton, Smashing Pumpkins at July 4 benefit show

Old Dominion returning to Las Vegas for two-night residency at Planet Hollywood

Old Dominion will head back to Las Vegas this fall for a two-night run titled “Old Dominion. Hits. Vegas.” at PH Live inside Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino on September 4–5. The show will offer a career-spanning set built around the band’s biggest hits and fan favorites.The group posted on Instagram: “Viva Las Vegas! We had so much fun last year, we’re coming back for round two this September 4+5. Join Odies at the link in our bio for early access to tickets.”Last year’s Las Ve

Khalid and Ahn Hyo-seop team up for cross-genre single “Something Special”

Global R&B standout Khalid is joining forces with South Korean actor and singer Ahn Hyo-seop on the new track, “Something Special.” The release is part of the Fandom album project and blends modern R&B with K-pop influences, bridging creative scenes in Los Angeles and Seoul.The song marks a milestone for both artists—Ahn Hyo-seop’s first solo single and Khalid’s first collaboration with a Korean performer—highlighting a growing connection between global pop markets.Ahn has gained intern

The Strokes delay album release, set New York homecoming concert

The Strokes have postponed the release of their upcoming seventh studio album, Reality Awaits, moving the project from its previously announced June 26 date to July 24 while unveiling a major hometown concert in New York City later this year. The announcement was confirmed alongside details of a headlining performance scheduled for Oct. 2 at Flushing Meadows Corona Park in Queens.The New York rock band will be joined by an eclectic supporting lineup featuring Beach House, TV on the Radio and Fcu

See Olivia Rodrigo’s video for ‘Stupid Song’ off new album

Olivia Rodrigo just dropped her third studio album, You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love, which was accompanied by the release of the music video for her new single “Stupid Song.”Directed by Mitch Ryan, the “Stupid Song” video was filmed in New York City and features dancers from New York City Ballet under choreography by Tiler Peck. Rodrigo said the track was written while she was living in Greenwich Village and that the visual was intended to capture the surreal excitement of falling in l

This is what happens under the Midnight Sun in Nome

By Diana Haecker Nome can look forward to a week packed with Midnight Sun festivities as planning is underway by several organizations to celebrate the summer solstice. To answer the most burning questions related to the parade and the bank robbery: Yes, both are happening as of the latest information gathered on Monday, June 15. The annual bank robbery and showdown between the bad guys led by “Richard Rowe” aka Ken Shapiro and sheriff Wyatt Earp is going to happen. Shapiro confirmed to the Nom

8-hour nonstop flights: Alaska Airlines launches brand-new Boeing 737 MAX route [map]

The Anchorage to Boston service will be offered this summer.

Anchorage NHL player Jeremy Swayman reflects on a year that was 'a dream come true'

Jun. 12—When nearly a dozen Winter Olympic and Paralympic athletes from Alaska were honored in April at a welcome-home celebration in Anchorage, Jeremy Swayman wasn't among them. The hometown kid turned professional hockey goaltender helped Team USA claim its first men's hockey Olympic gold medal in 46 years at the 2026 Milan-Cortina Games in February. But in April, he had other obligations to ...

Two Dan Sullivans? Alaska G.O.P. Suggests Kicking One Off the Ballot in Senate Race

The lieutenant governor and the top elections official, both Republicans, are investigating whether the challenger ...

Royal Caribbean Opens New Cruise Terminal in Seward, Alaska

Royal Caribbean Group recently commemorated the opening of the Dale R. | The Dale R. and Carol Ann Lindsey Alaska Railroad ...

Alaska sports notebook: Dimond’s Mateaki named boys soccer Gatorade Player of the Year, UAA skiing adds 3 recruits

Anchorage’s Jared Mateaki on Friday became the second Dimond High boys soccer player and third member of his family to be ...

Two Alaska Zoo bears get in fight, zoo says

ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - The Alaska Zoo is responding after two of its brown bears got into a fight. The Alaska Zoo wrote ...

Alaska Sports Scoreboard: June 13, 2026

Jun. 14—High School Legion Baseball Wednesday Wasilla 7, Service 7 Palmer 14, Chugiak 3 Fairbanks 21, Chena River 1 Friday Ketchikan 3, Eagle River 0 Kenai 10, East 9 Service 8, Fairbanks 1 Juneau 11, West 1 Palmer 17, Chena River 1 Chugiak 8, Dimond 6 Saturday Chugiak 8 Kenai 5 Kenai 21, Chena River 0 East 10, Fairbanks 6 Wasilla 7, Palmer 2 Ketchikan 11, Eagle River 3 Juneau 4, West 2 Alaska ...

Alaska House advances gas pipeline tax break to state Senate for further work

The Alaska House of Representatives has voted to advance a multibillion-dollar tax break for the proposed trans-Alaska ...