And: Leak of secret document analyzing Alaska LNG deal worries project official
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Good afternoon. It’s Friday, June 26.

In today's newsletter:

  • The death of a bore tide surfer in Turnagain Arm’s powerful currents last weekend is highlighting unresolved concerns about the challenge of rescuing growing numbers of people attracted by the unusual phenomenon.

  • An official with the $50 billion Alaska LNG megaproject said the leak of a confidential document to Alaska senators is under internal investigation and could have far-reaching implications for the project.

  • It’s still not clear what the shoplifting suspect who was shot and killed last week by an Anchorage police officer at a Walmart store was trying to steal, and the incident has raised questions around the city's initiative to target retail theft.

It promises to be a busy, if slightly rainy, weekend, with the annual Anchorage Pride Parade and Festival on deck along with the Fly By Festival for aviation enthusiasts. From planes and baseball to a dog show and an arts and crafts market, there's something for everyone this weekend in Anchorage. Check out more event highlights here.

Anchorage weather


It's partly sunny today with a high around 70 degrees, but the forecast calls for a chance of rain showers this evening. Looking ahead to the weekend, we can expect rain through Sunday with daytime highs in the mid-60s.

Here’s what else is making headlines in Alaska today.

— Megan Pacer, mpacer@adn.com

Anchorage man’s death surfing Turnagain Arm bore tide highlights rescue challenges →

The 25-year-old was in the water for about three hours before witnesses lost sight of him after hypothermia and exhaustion weakened him and he slipped into the water. Local responders say the increasing popularity of the unpredictable bore tide ramps up the need for more safety measures and funding.

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Leak of secret document analyzing Alaska LNG deal worries project official →

The head of the Alaska Gasline Development Corp. said he worries the leak might hurt “the prospects of achieving a reasonable” tax break for the project.

‘Liability risk’: Fatal police shootout at Anchorage Walmart raises questions about how retailers handle shoplifters →

The shooting occurred amid the city’s ongoing retail theft detail that targets shoplifting around Anchorage, and raises questions about what responsibility the city’s numerous big-box stores have when it comes to safely handling shoplifters.

Gov. Dunleavy vetoes 6 bills, bringing this year’s veto total to 18 →

The vetoes applied to legislation including measures intended to address the spread of invasive species, limit single-use plastics in the food service industry and impose new fines on the state if it makes late payments to nonprofit and local government grant recipients.

Judge plans to issue expedited decision Friday in battle over whether two Dan Sullivans can appear on ballot →

The case has raised major constitutional questions with a deadline looming for printing ballots, in a closely watched race that could determine control of the U.S. Senate in the midterm elections.

Wasilla man charged with murder in fatal shooting at Hatcher Pass →

An 18-year-old is accused of shooting another man in the head while they were in the Hatcher Pass State Recreation Area earlier this week.

Sockeye bag limits increase on the Kenai and Russian rivers; Kasilof dipnet fishery expands →

Starting today, the Kasilof River personal use dipnet fishery area will be expanded. Escapement goals are expected to be exceeded across the Kenai Peninsula.

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Nursing homes, factory owners and immigrants brace for fallout from Supreme Court ruling →

Alaska sports notebook: Tri-Valley’s Taylor Eddington earns track honor, Obed Vargas helps Mexico advance to World Cup knockout round →

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