IJR News - today's news from every sideElena Vasquez Sullivan at 17 on the MVP shortlist is impressive but the award should stay with proven scorers. Tom Gallagher The judge is right to put completing the count and protecting voter privacy ahead of this last-minute records demand. Jared Kim If two candidates have almost identical names on the ballot, voters deserve clear rules to avoid any mix-ups in a close race. Chris Dalton The governor should ensure this probe stays focused on facts about Peltola and Sullivan rather than politics. Chris Dalton Voters deserve straight talk on issues not these roundabout efforts to borrow someone else's name recognition. Tom Gallagher Issuing over 20 target letters on Election Day to mostly Democrats looks like poor timing that could sway the Alaska Senate race. Elena Vasquez Blanche should stick to defending the lawsuit on voter confusion instead of dodging questions about Trump. Priya Raman This lawsuit risks delaying a fair outcome and eroding trust in Alaska's election results. Tom Gallagher This federal push to override Alaska's certification looks like a stretch even if the similar names did confuse some voters. Veterans Day Events Planned Across CommunitiesLifestyle — Oct 28, 2026Communities across the Cape Fear region, New York’s Sullivan County, Dresden, and St. Cloud are marking Veterans Day with parades, memorial services, ceremonies, and gatherings honoring veterans. St. Cloud will also host a Veterans Resource Fair, while several events include refreshments, meals, or other community activities.
Chris Dalton Both candidates spent too much time trading barbs instead of laying out clear plans for the state. 
