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Rollover accident at Fred Meyer intersection results in minor injuries
A two-vehicle accident at midday Saturday on Egan Drive at the Fred Meyer intersection resulted in two people being taken to the hospital with minor injuries, according to Capital City Fire/Rescue..
Apr 41 min read


Police blotter for April 2
This report contains public information available from local emergency response and law enforcement organizations.
Apr 41 min read


Fire engulfs mobile home at Auke Bay RV Park, homeowner escapes unharmed
Firefighters make quick knockdown after arrival, but trailer sustains severe damage.
Apr 42 min read


Gold Medal Hall of Fame completes a marriage dream
2026 selection ‘a honeymoon’ for inductee Marie Beierly as she joins husband Tim Wilson in GMHOF.
Apr 39 min read


$25M passenger fees proposal includes $12M for seawalk, $3.5M for waterfront restroom shelter
Public comments accepted until May 3 for draft CBJ plan that also lists $802,000 for public Wi-Fi, new funding for Juneau Mountain Rescue due to past searches for missing visitors.
Apr 34 min read


Advocates remind bar patrons to stay vigilant about drink safety as Folk Festival approaches
As the Alaska Folk Festival approaches, so does a big spike in activity at downtown bars.
Apr 31 min read


Division of Motor Vehicles warns Alaskans to be alert of scam text messages
A customer looks at the screen of an iPhone 6 Plus in a Sept. 19, 2024, file photo. (AP Photo/Rogelio V. Solis, File) By Jasz Garrett Juneau Independent The Alaska Division of Motor Vehicles is alerting the public about fraudulent text messages claiming to originate from the Alaska Department of Motor Vehicles. The scam texts are in no way connected to the Alaska DMV and should be disregarded or reported as spam, according to a press release published Thursday. The Alaska DM
Apr 31 min read


Duke freshman forward Cameron Boozer named AP men's national player of the year
Cameron Boozer was at the center of everything for Duke this season.
Apr 34 min read


Advocacy group’s first Roadless Rule public hearing defends the Tongass as a way of life, opposes repeal
Southeast Alaskans say they value protecting 'the northern lung of this planet' for cultural, economic and environmental reasons.
Apr 37 min read


Police blotter for April 1
This report contains public information available from local emergency response and law enforcement organizations.
Apr 31 min read


How Alaska’s governor found himself on an Emirati falcon hunt
Mike Dunleavy, in a required gift disclosure, said he accepted a helicopter ride and overnight stay at a preserve. But his hosts won’t be getting any special treatment, he said after returning home.
Apr 34 min read


One of Haines’ few year-round restaurants closes
Owner of Alpenglow Woodfired Pizza points to costs, landlord cites unpaid rent; alcohol license effort halted.
Apr 37 min read
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