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Humpback whale sinks Gustavus family’s sailboat in Glacier Bay National Park
A Gustavus family’s sailboat suddenly sank in Glacier Bay National Park on July 29. The family survived. When they recovered the sailboat a few days later, they found something unusual: the rubbery, black skin of a humpback whale.
Aug 51 min read


Let’s reinstate campaign contribution limits in Alaska
Ballot Measure No. 1 appearing on the Aug. 18 ballot will restore a system of limits on the amount that individuals and groups can contribute to individual campaigns for state and local office.
Aug 52 min read


Police blotter for Aug. 3
This report contains public information available from local emergency response and law enforcement organizations.
Aug 51 min read


Wrangell still waiting for full FEMA funds for 2023 landslide
The borough spent just over $1 million responding to the deadly November 2023 landslide that killed six people and is still owed about $346,000 after last month’s federal approval of reimbursement for debris removal costs.
Aug 52 min read


Why a lifelong Democrat is voting for Click Bishop
Though I have voted for Democrats in every election since 1976, in this year’s primary I am voting for Click Bishop, a lifelong Republican.
Aug 52 min read


AG nominee tells faith leaders he will restrict abortion drug access
Acting US Attorney General Todd Blanche’s appointment to the role has advanced to the full Senate.
Aug 53 min read


ExxonMobil won big at a big Alaska lease sale. Months later, its bids are still in legal limbo.
Other companies also have their leases tied up in litigation from local and environmental groups.
Aug 57 min read


Six months pass since this Juneau man went missing
It’s been almost six months since Junior Siufanua was last seen in Juneau. He had been staying at a local shelter for unhoused people before he was reported missing by staff on Feb. 25.
Aug 41 min read


SHI unveils plans for $40M complex to replace City Hall, seeks to get site at a discount
New building with cultural tourism and education facilities would supplement programs on adjacent properties; offer of $1.5M is below proposed $2.5M minimum auction bid.
Aug 44 min read


Trump administration mounts second attempt to relax offshore Arctic drilling rules
The administration is seeking to change safety rules for oil operations in Arctic waters off Alaska, a region where exploration and development projects have stalled.
Aug 45 min read


Cooking for Pleasure: Shrimp Quiche
This can be served warm or cold. Goes great with a green salad and a glass of dry white wine.
Aug 42 min read


Goldbelt Tram hiring with plans to reopen this season, but when is still unknown
With two months left before last cruise ship departs, company still working on repairs before undergoing inspection and certification.
Aug 41 min read
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