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Measles cases rise amid holiday travel
Vaccine rates drop as federal government cuts back on warnings.
Dec 22, 20253 min read


Disputed oil lease sale in Alaska’s Cook Inlet upheld in new Trump administration decision
After completing a court-ordered environmental study, the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management said no changes are needed for the 2022 sale that drew just one bid
Dec 22, 20255 min read


Wrangell Wolves snare first-ever state wrestling team championship
JDHS’ Schooler places second in girls’ state, Crimson Bears boys team takes fifth.
Dec 21, 202514 min read


Police blotter for Dec. 19
This report contains public information available from local emergency response and law enforcement organizations.
Dec 21, 20251 min read


3 men from Pelican, Ketchikan and Kipnuk indicted on federal child sex offense charges
Three Alaska men, two of them from the Southeast Panhandle, have been indicted on federal child sex offense charges as part of a nationwide operation involving nearly 300 suspects, according to the U.S. Department of Justice.
Dec 21, 20252 min read


Calvin Olsen, 38, who built up a tribal auto detailing business, dies in mobile home park fire
Car enthusiast helped launch Sacred Shine via Tlingit and Haida’s employment training program; hardships occurred after a serious injury last year and recent diagnosis of cancer.
Dec 21, 20254 min read


On The Trails: Eating spruce needles
Spruce needles are loaded with nasty chemicals; some of them toxic and consumers must have a physiological way to avoid the toxic effects. And mature needles are tough, not easily digestible. Who would want to eat such a diet??
Dec 21, 20253 min read


T.J. Duffy performs his final noon concert at State Office Building with holiday cheer
Organist took a final bow as frequent performer on 1928 Kimball Pipe Organ with traditional Christmas setlist; future of historic instrument unclear.
Dec 21, 20255 min read


Man dies in fire at Switzer Village Mobile Home Park
Cause remains under investigation, according to JPD.
Dec 20, 20252 min read


Update: CBJ cancels air emergency after fireplace and wood stove burning were banned overnight
Sub-zero weather causing particulate matter to exceed national air quality standards, according to officials.
Dec 20, 20253 min read


Eaglecrest open 9a-1p Sunday, water service still not restored
Porcupine lift, lessons, warming areas in lodges and outdoor portable toilets will be available; no food and plumbing due to water main break, according to ski area officials.
Dec 20, 20252 min read


Shivering solstice: Record cold, high winds don’t keep Juneau from heading out during shortest days of year
Temperatures well below zero in Mendenhall Valley, winds up to 75 mph in downtown and Douglas forecast during weekend.
Dec 20, 20254 min read
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