Alaska’s court system is improving public access, but one more step would help

By: James Brooks

Outlets: Alaska Beacon

Published: March 19, 2026

Words: 820

Last Updated: 1 day, 19 hours ago

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Reporter James Brooks regularly requests public information under the Freedom of Information Act and uses public documents, including those available through Alaska’s Court system, to do his job. As we observe Sunshine Week, an annual event that highlights the importance of open records and transparency in government, he shares a few thoughts.

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