Alaska News Nightly: Thursday, July 9, 2026
Supporters of a bill to cap campaign contributions criticize Gov. Mike Dunleavy’s veto.
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Latest2 dead and 1 hospitalized as Glenn Highway collision snarls traffic near Eagle River
Investigators say the driver of a Ford F-150 pickup crossed the median from the northbound lanes to the southbound lanes, hitting a GMC Acadia, a Ford Explorer and a Kia Soul.
Dunleavy vetoes limits on campaign donations, ensuring August vote to impose new caps
The veto means that for now, donors can continue to give an unlimited amount of money to state candidates. Alaskans will vote to impose new caps via ballot measure in August.
At least 1 dead as Glenn Highway collision snarls traffic near Eagle River
One southbound lane has reopened and two lanes are open for northbound traffic as of midday Thursday.
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