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Grants to boost local emergency alert systems in question as public media agency closes
KTOO, other Alaska stations among those receiving grants; change part of Republicans’ vote to defund Corporation for Public Broadcasting.
Aug 20, 20253 min read


July heat wave triggers king salmon die-off in front of Petersburg hatchery
Hatchery managers had hoped that June’s steady rainfall would spare them from having to intervene in this year’s king salmon run, allowing fish to reach the Crystal Lake Hatchery in Petersburg naturally, without the stress of human handling.
Aug 20, 20253 min read


Changes to disorderly conduct code aimed at homeless halted by Assembly until after October election
Concerns the new rules could give police excessive arrest authority over everyone result in city leaders tabling proposal for further review.
Aug 20, 20253 min read


Police launch e-scooter safety campaign after new ordinance sets rules
Wrangell Police Chief Gene Meek has started a public safety campaign to enforce new e-scooter regulations through education and enforcement.
Aug 20, 20252 min read
Good pay, free housing, free parking, 4-year contract
Help Wanted: Unique opportunity to lead the largest state in the country, with more miles of coastline, taller mountains, more fish and game, more dreams and less reality than those other 49 pipsqueaks.
Aug 20, 20253 min read


Five legislators travel to Juneau, spend two minutes in a special session, and adjourn until Aug. 31
House and Senate leaders say they have no plan to consider education policy goals of governor, who called the 30-day special legislative session.
Aug 19, 20253 min read


Police blotter for Aug. 18
This report contains public information available from local emergency response and law enforcement organizations.
Aug 19, 20252 min read


With limited time ashore, cruise ship crew seek comfort and essentials in Juneau
A story of working on a cruise ship and finding a home away from home
Aug 19, 20258 min read


A second Juneau-Douglas crossing is about community connections
The recent closure of the Back Loop Bridge due to flood damage reminds us of something we all know deep down but don’t like to think about: bridges don’t live forever, and neither do our backup plans. It’s a timely nudge to revisit the idea of a north channel crossing — not as a luxury, but as a step toward resilience.
Aug 19, 20253 min read


City: Up to $1M in HESCO repairs, next phase of barrier installation, long-term fix are next flood protection steps
Last week’s record flood demonstrates need for "enduring solutions" that will safeguard area for generations, city manager tells Juneau Assembly.
Aug 19, 20255 min read


Alaska legislators have largely departed Juneau, but special session continues until Aug. 31
The Alaska State Legislature is planning a brief session without taking any action on Tuesday, and legislative leaders say they’ve already completed their intended work for the special session, which ends on Aug. 31.
Aug 19, 20253 min read


Former state Sen. Tom Begich becomes 1st Democrat to indicate run for Alaska governor in 2026
The Anchorage resident, from a prominent political family, says he will conduct statewide listening tour, and focus on the state’s future.
Aug 18, 20255 min read
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