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Cost of City Hall move to Burns building now $18M instead of $14M for limited remodel
Full remodel deemed too costly at $30M, up from $18M estimate in Sept.; Assembly advances plan to access $6M more for relocation via transfers from other projects, general fund.
Jan 94 min read


New tariff is last straw for Sitka craft shop
The Raven’s Hook, after five years in business, closed its doors on Dec. 31.
Jan 94 min read


Murkowski and Sullivan split on Trump’s plans for further military action in Venezuela
Alaska’s two U.S. Senators are split on a resolution intended to halt U.S. military action in Venezuela without the approval of Congress.
Jan 92 min read


Police blotter for Jan. 7
This report contains public information available from local emergency response and law enforcement organizations.
Jan 91 min read


Trapped by web of deceits
Two stories in the past week illustrate how Sen. Dan Sullivan is trying to cope with the dismantling of America’s constitutional order. They involve the authoritarian impulse to cling to power. And in both, the president of the United States makes Sullivan look like an uninformed fool.
Jan 93 min read


Alaska’s Rep. Nick Begich votes against 3-year extension of federal health care subsidies
Democrats have already vowed to make the vote an issue in this fall’s U.S. House elections.
Jan 93 min read


Craig Cimmons resigns as Eaglecrest GM; Hannah Shively steps down as board chair, citing health
Departures announced during Thursday's board meeting comes as ski area struggles with operations and financial difficulties; Erin Lupro to again serve as acting GM.
Jan 84 min read


Avalanche risk increasing, schools and government offices closed again on Friday due to incoming atmospheric river
Thane Road set to close at noon Friday; no evacuation advisory issued as of Thursday, but downtown residents encouraged to prepare.
Jan 83 min read


‘We’re chasing our tails’: State and city plow drivers face special challenges to keep Juneau moving
After working long days during winter storms, disaster declaration grants city additional support to clear storm drains ahead of heavy rain.
Jan 85 min read


Karate school fundraising to rebuild, looking for short-term new location after snow-induced roof collapse
Dojo had 40-year history at building near airport and held many memories for students and instructors.
Jan 84 min read


Obituary: Karen Taft ‘Taffy’ Wells
Karen Taft “Taffy” Wells passed away peacefully at age 74 on Dec. 5, 2025, at her home in Portland, Oregon, after a two-year cancer journey.
Jan 82 min read


Storm system scrambles weekend sports plans
Weather forecast for capital city unfavorable for Lady Kings' travel.
Jan 84 min read
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