What is being described as a “total annihilation” of SSA, say critics, proves that Trump’s promises to protect Social Security “are a sham.” The Social Security Administration, now under the control of an official installed by U.S. President Donald Trump, began the process of gutting whole segments of the agency and firing a huge portion of […]
JUNEAU – Wednesday, the Alaska State Senate took a significant step forward in addressing critical shortcomings in Alaska’s Workers’ Compensation System by unanimously passing Senate Bill 147, sponsored by Senator James Kaufman, R-Anchorage. This bill improves the efficiency, fairness, and predictability of Alaska’s reemployment system, enhancing support for injured workers and fostering a more resilient […]
JUNEAU, Alaska — August’s statewide job count was up by 4,800, or 1.4 percent, from August 2022. Leisure and hospitality added 2,000 jobs over the year amid a record season for cruise ship visitors. Health care added 900 jobs followed by construction (600), oil and gas (400) and professional and business services (400). Most Alaska […]
JUNEAU, Alaska — July’s statewide job count was up by 3,600, or 1.0 percent, from July 2022. Leisure and hospitality added 2,100 jobs over the year, benefitting from a record-setting number of cruise ship visitors. Health care added 600 jobs, followed by oil and gas (400) and professional and business services (400). Most Alaska industries […]