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Murkowski among 3 Republicans to break with Trump in US Senate vote to block war in Iran
For the second time in as many weeks, a War Powers Resolution aimed at curbing President Donald Trump’s war with Iran failed to pass the U.S. Senate on Thursday.
Jul 303 min read
After video of violent arrest, Juneau police pledged reform. 1 year later, what’s changed?
A short video of a Juneau police officer’s arrest of local resident Christopher Williams, Jr. shook the Juneau community this time last year.
Jul 301 min read
Border Patrol agents detain man in Juneau
Local refugee group sounds alarm bells for ICE detainments, arrests on outstanding warrants.
Jul 304 min read
Discovery of explosives at Haines eagle preserve triggers controlled response, plane crash scare
Responding law enforcement agencies do not agree on what was found and who should investigate it.
Jul 305 min read
Alaska providers say childcare gap is growing
Providers say they’re serving fewer children because state and federal funding are insufficient to cover rising operational costs.
Jul 306 min read
Juneau to receive $6 million from Legislature's distributed unspent cruise ship tax funds
Juneau’s $6 million from state cruise ship passenger tax will be subject to Assembly review and appropriation.
Jul 293 min read
Wastewater in Anchorage signals warning about measles
Samples taken from city’s plant revealed genetic material from measles, a highly contagious disease that is particularly dangerous for young children.
Jul 294 min read
Body found in Switzer Creek freezer identified as man with health issues missing for many years
Ross Pasquan shared mobile home with wife who died a year ago; JPD investigating ‘possibility that the death was concealed for financial gain or other motives.’
Jul 293 min read
Obituary: Marcia Ann Nye
Marcia Ann Nye, 78, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, on July 21, 2026, at Bartlett Regional Hospital in Juneau, Alaska.
Jul 292 min read
Local nonprofits don’t charge sales tax; concern expressed as Assembly proposes changing that
Proposal limiting tax exemption to government and social service nonprofits put on hold as many organizations say they were unaware of it, worry about extra work it will create.
Jul 293 min read
Murkowski’s ‘landless’ bill advances to US Senate floor
‘I believe that the people who live here are ultimately the best stewards and will determine the future of the region.’
Jul 295 min read
Juneau federal court clerk’s office closed Wednesday due to staffing shortage
The Juneau Clerks Office will be closed Wednesday July 29th, 2026, due to staffing shortages.
Jul 291 min read
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