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What’s really at stake by rescinding the Roadless Rule
As I wrote in the Juneau Empire four years ago, it “would be an epic battle” if the Roadless Rule protected 9.4 million acres of the Tongass National from development. “But it’s really an argument over 1.8% of what the statement erroneously implies.”
Sep 12, 20253 min read


New estimate projects 50% less Alaska state revenue from proposed Willow oil project
Some state officials have pinned their hopes on new oil revenue as a solution to the state’s ongoing budget woes.
Sep 12, 20253 min read


Midnight mudslide hits houses, cars in Sitka
Two houses and a number of parked vehicles were damaged late Wednesday night by debris from a small landslide that fell from Cedar Heights Road down to Cascade Creek Road.
Sep 12, 20254 min read


From rain-drenched mountains to Arctic permafrost, Alaska landslides pose hazards
Scientists with government agencies and academia depend on each other and the public to help keep track of risky spots. Federal funding may be at risk, though
Sep 12, 20258 min read


Murkowski, Sullivan vote with Republicans against measure seeking release of Epstein files
In the U.S. House, Rep. Nick Begich III has not signed a petition that would force a vote on the issue
Sep 12, 20255 min read


Carlos Boozer Jr. inducted into Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame
Elite hoops club welcomes former JDHS Crimson Bears legend who became a two-time NBA All-Star, member of 2008 USA Olympic team.
Sep 11, 202515 min read


Questions and reflections with Carlos Boozer
The following is from an interview with Carlos Boozer Jr. on Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2025, four days after he was inducted into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame.
Sep 11, 20259 min read


Why I’m voting yes on Ballot Measures 1 and 2, and no on Measure 3
The reasons I am voting yes on Ballot Measures 1 and 2 boil down to Juneau affordability, financial common sense, and fairness to every age group.
Sep 11, 20253 min read


Perseverance constitutes lived experiences through humor in first play of the season
Perseverance Theatre brings Heidi Shreck’s “What the Constitution Means to Me” to Douglas stage.
Sep 11, 20254 min read


Spirit of revival after storm of 9/11 attacks recalled as more than 100 gather in Juneau on 24th anniversary
"Our community is stronger, braver and healthier because of the outcomes of that day," JPD chief says.
Sep 11, 20254 min read


Police blotter for Sept. 9
This report contains public information available from local emergency response and law enforcement organizations.
Sep 11, 20251 min read


Sow and four cubs draw attention, tension to crowded Chilkoot corridor
The unusual sight of a brown bear sow with four cubs in tow is drawing bear watchers, photographers and enthusiasts to the crowded Chilkoot corridor this year.
Sep 11, 20258 min read
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