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Residents favor funding streets and schools, cuts to tourism and climate programs in CBJ budget survey
Nearly 4,400 people say what they would fund first and cut first as Juneau’s leaders face leaner budget process; respondents also more open than expected to new taxes or fees.
Feb 255 min read


JPD seeking help locating man last seen at Glory Hall on Feb. 9
Junior Lama Siufanua, 38, left his belongings at the shelter, according to police department.
Feb 251 min read


Assembly hesitates to move forward with View Drive flood buyout as residents count days until next outburst
Assembly members decide to invest time in receiving input from residents who feel unheard in what has been called a confusing process by both sides.
Feb 256 min read


Ski a kilometer to put more skis on Juneau youth
Juneau Nordic Ski Club’s annual fundraiser, plus Border2Border and much more await.
Feb 255 min read


Length of Juneau’s winters are shrinking faster than any other city in national study
Alaska‘s capital had nearly 70% fewer winter-temperature days between 1998-2025 compared to 1970-1997; Anchorage ranked second at 54%.
Feb 252 min read


Trump’s record-length speech doesn’t mention Alaska; delegation highlights guests of honor in responses
Sullivan touts shared ’comeback’ theme; Murkowski says ‘best part of the SOTU was seeing so many American heroes honored.’
Feb 253 min read


Three finalists announced for new Juneau School District superintendent
Community forum scheduled to be held next week, along with another survey opportunity.
Feb 243 min read


Up to 14" from snowstorms expected by Thursday morning
Between 2-4" fell as of Tuesday afternoon, another 4-10" expected, according to National Weather Service; amounts are expected to vary widely throughout parts of Juneau.
Feb 241 min read


Alaska House passes nearly $500M budget deficit bill, amid split support for Dunleavy spending
However, the House failed to pass a supermajority vote to pay for the budget bill from the state’s savings account. The bill now moves to be debated in the Senate.
Feb 245 min read


Assembly reaffirms plans to demolish homes on Telephone Hill
Members vote 5-2 against canceling the teardown of residences in one of Juneau’s oldest neighborhoods, as city leaders eye moving ahead quickly on redevelopment.
Feb 245 min read


Dunleavy signs ‘shared stewardship’ agreement with U.S. Forest Service to boost timber production
Efforts will focus on the Tongass National Forest, governor says; similar agreements signed by several other Republican-led states following executive order by Trump.
Feb 242 min read


USACE rescinds promise to pursue lake tap as long-term flood solution
'Disheartening pivot' leaves CBJ leaders 'a little bit speechless' as assessment of worst-case flood-level scenario rises significantly.
Feb 234 min read
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