A coalition of village corporations and others files suit to put an end to drilling and exploration for a copper and gold mine above Bristol Bay -- a sanctuary for wild salmon.
Many Bristol Bay residents turned out at legislative field hearings last week to give testimony on a bill that would increase protections for wild salmon habitat in the region.
Debate over the massive Pebble gold and copper prospect sizzled in Juneau on Friday as lawmakers heard testimony about planning for the proposed open-pit mine and as powerful lobbyists worked the hallways in full force.
