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It’s your city; stop dumping on it
Criticism is an essential element of democracy and of good government. However, in recent times, an anti-tax, anti-government movement has emerged in Juneau. Their relentless attacks on the Assembly and city staff are misguided and damaging to the town they undoubtedly love.
Apr 173 min read


Far North Fashion Show celebrates Alaska cultures
Attendees of the Arctic Encounter Summit, held this week in Anchorage, took a break from heavy discussions about climate change, national security, shipping safety and other pressing concerns on Wednesday night to enjoy something more fun: high fashion.
Apr 172 min read


Police blotter for April 15
This report contains public information available from local emergency response and law enforcement organizations.
Apr 171 min read


The Alaskan-Hungarian model could halt the decay of America’s democracy
A lot has been written this past week about how the campaign that led to the last weekend’s landslide defeat of Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán could be a model for defeating the illiberal MAGA movement led by President Donald Trump.
Apr 173 min read


After a decade, the Chilkat king salmon sport fishery is open
Haines’ king salmon sport fishery is once more open to anglers, even as state fish forecasters project a smaller run of Chilkat kings this year.
Apr 173 min read


Oil prices drop more than 10% and US stocks soar after Iran reopens the Strait of Hormuz
Oil prices dropped more than 10% Friday, and U.S. stocks raced toward another record after Iran said the Strait of Hormuz is open again for commercial tankers carrying oil from the Persian Gulf to customers worldwide.
Apr 174 min read


Alaska Senate committee advances draft capital budget, boosting funds for school maintenance
Draft budget before the Senate adds $88 million for maintenance projects, including nearly $58 million for schools and $17 million for the university system.
Apr 174 min read


City ponders offering Goldbelt land as part of new gondola deal, seeks bids for new Eaglecrest business plan
Gondola refund to Goldbelt will nearly deplete CBJ’s unrestricted fund balance, although Assembly expected to increase reserve funds via budget cuts, city manager says.
Apr 167 min read


Pilot suffers ‘minor injuries and hypothermia’ after rescue from downed plane near Juneau
No other people were in the Ward Air plane that went down near Shelter Island on Thursday, according to U.S. Coast Guard
Apr 161 min read


Fire at Bartlett Regional Hospital results in operating room evacuation; no serious injuries reported
Scheduled surgeries canceled for Thursday and Friday after fire in utility closet, spokesperson says.
Apr 162 min read


Nathan Fick signs commitment to attend Pacific Lutheran University
Juneau-Douglas High School: Yadaa.at Kalé senior catcher/third baseman will play baseball for Lutes
Apr 166 min read


Obituary: Wells Weston Paul
Wells Weston Paul was born May 6, 2025, and unexpectedly passed away in his sleep on Sept. 26, 2025.
Apr 164 min read
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