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A casino on Douglas Island — what does the governor think?
Why the state believes it is unlawful for the Native Village of Eklutna to operate a commercial gambling facility on an Alaska Native Allotment, but the state has not objected to the Tlingit and Haida Central Council doing the same is an incongruent befuddlement.
Jun 143 min read


Juneau delegation divided on gasline bill; Hannan votes ‘yes’ in committee, then ‘no’ on House floor
Fellow Democrat Andi Story among ‘yes’ votes as tax-break legislation passes House 34-5; Sen. Jesse Kiehl says he has concerns, expects changes during final week of special session.
Jun 134 min read


Police blotter for June 11
This report contains public information available from local emergency response and law enforcement organizations.
Jun 131 min read


Final Medicaid work requirements are out. Here’s what you need to know.
The Trump administration has issued final rules on how states should ensure that millions of Medicaid enrollees prove they’re working or completing other activities, such as job training, volunteering, or being enrolled in an educational program.
Jun 135 min read


Auke Bay Post 25 opens season with all-around team performance
Huff earns win, six batters drive home runs, team has no errors against West Post 1.
Jun 125 min read


Alaska House advances gas pipeline tax break to state Senate for further work
The House’s bill would increase incentives for investors in the multibillion-dollar project intended to develop North Slope natural gas.
Jun 125 min read


Hiker who injures leg on Mt. Roberts Trail near top of tram rescued in coordinated helicopter response
An 18-year-old man who suffered a serious leg injury on a trail near the upper part of the Goldbelt Tram on Friday was rescued in a coordinated effort between emergency responders, Temsco Helicopters Inc. and Juneau Mountain Rescue, according to Capital City Fire/Rescue.
Jun 121 min read


Shutdown of new tribal casino demanded by members of family that owns the land, who allege legal and safety violations
‘Tlingit & Haida is building a facility our family did not authorize, at a location our family did not approve, and for an intended use our family did not approve.’
Jun 127 min read


‘We never turn youth away’: Juneau launches Safe Place program to connect children in crisis to community resources
Participating organizations gather for backyard launch party at Zach Gordon Youth Center.
Jun 125 min read


New icebreakers are coming to Alaska. Cities need to prepare housing, ports and more.
The Coast Guard is offering early warning for Kodiak and Seward, which will host the new ships in 2028 and the 2030s, respectively.
Jun 123 min read


Police blotter for June 10
This report contains public information available from local emergency response and law enforcement organizations.
Jun 121 min read


Police blotter for June 9
This report contains public information available from local emergency response and law enforcement organizations.
Jun 122 min read
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