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Alaska Science Forum: Long after run to glory, Balto lives on in the study of dog genetics
A dog that pulled his way into history has given scientists insight into what makes Alaska sled dogs and other working breeds unique.
Mar 84 min read


School board resolution would disavow best teacher and school in radio outlet’s ‘Best of Juneau’ survey
First-ever inclusion of such nominees ‘conflicts with the District’s core values of equity, collaboration, and collective responsibility for student success,’ JSD memo states.
Mar 73 min read


Keeping warming shelter for homeless open year-round being considered by city leaders
Assembly on Monday may introduce proposal to keep shelter open until June 30 instead of April 15, with an eye on further expansion due to struggles with ‘dispersed camping’ policy.
Mar 73 min read


Juneau School District superintendent candidates spell out qualifications at public forum
Transparency, trust, and communication emphasized by all three finalists.
Mar 74 min read


Police blotter for March 5
This report contains public information available from local emergency response and law enforcement organizations.
Mar 71 min read


U.S. gasoline prices increase most in one week since 2020
Iran widened attacks on energy-producing countries near its borders and the Strait of Hormuz remains closed to shipping, dashing hopes for a quick resolution to a crisis sending shockwaves through global markets. The United States last Saturday began a military campaign in Iran, one that has continued throughout the week with aggression.
Mar 73 min read


SE subsistence council faces packed agenda at Juneau meeting
Regulations and policies governing hunting and fishing on federal lands will be on the table at the Southeast Alaska Subsistence Regional Advisory Council meeting in Juneau next week.
Mar 74 min read


Crimson Bears boys dominate Kings to force Saturday championship
JDHS topples Ketchikan 62-36 to even best-of-three game region title series
Mar 710 min read


Crimson Bears girls are Region V basketball champions
JDHS defeats Ketchikan Lady Kings 49-37 on Friday for title The Juneau-Douglas girls celebrate their 47-39 Region V championship win over Ketchikan at the 2026 Alaska Airlines Region V 2A/3A/4A Basketball Tournament on Friday, March 6, at the Juneau-Douglas High School: Yadaa.at Kalé George Houston Gymnasium. (Klas Stolpe / Juneau Independent) By Klas Stolpe Juneau Independent The Juneau-Douglas High School: Yadaa.at Kalé Crimson Bears girls decorated their home den with the
Mar 711 min read


Court says revoked Alaska driver’s licenses stay invalid until a driver reactivates them with DMV
In Alaska, a suspended driver’s license will stay suspended unless a driver takes steps to reactivate it, the Alaska Court of Appeals ruled this week.
Mar 62 min read


Extensive ‘concerning language’ about mistreatment of Natives flagged at Sitka historical site in Trump-ordered review
Leaked database shows descriptions of forced relocations, warfare, enslavement, mass deaths among those reviewed as part of president’s targeting of ‘anti-American’ content.
Mar 64 min read


‘Rhapsody in Blue’ and other American compositions shine in themed concert
Taku Winds and piano soloist to perform this weekend.
Mar 62 min read
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