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Juneau teachers reject district’s arbitration plans, stage mock walkout on school board
Threat by about 70 educators comes as disputes remain unresolved after nine months of contract negotiations; educators say they’re not yet ready to strike.
Nov 20, 20257 min read


Crimson Bears to challenge Moose on Treadwell’s frozen sheet
JDHS hosts defending state champion Palmer at Bears ‘barn’ season opener
Nov 19, 20256 min read


Telephone Hill eviction cases delayed until Friday as occupants seek merger with lawsuit challenging ouster
Residents say evictions unnecessary if lawsuit to halt redevelopment of neighborhood succeeds; city says residents’ arguments don’t show the evictions were done illegally.
Nov 19, 20254 min read


School board holds onto $1M for cancelled RALLY program, in case private alternative doesn’t work out
Returning money designated for childcare to the city put on hold by district leaders while Auke Lake Preschool’s new operations are further evaluated.
Nov 19, 20252 min read


City, former JPD officer targeted in civil lawsuit for violent arrest in Douglas this summer
Christopher Williams Jr. claims Brandon LeBlanc acted maliciously, and CBJ failed to properly supervise and train officer.
Nov 18, 20255 min read


Juneau Assembly tables local ranked choice voting indefinitely
"I just don't think this is the right time to implement this ordinance," says Ella Adkison, who originated proposal to make Juneau the first in Alaska to use the methodology for municipal elections.
Nov 17, 20253 min read


Residents and businesses face adjustments as sales tax exemptions for food, utilities take effect Thursday
People heating homes with wood or propane may need to obtain exemption cards from city; some companies still determining what customers, items and services won’t be taxed.
Nov 17, 20253 min read


Empty Bowls fundraiser for Glory Hall warms to the occasion with record turnout
Moving event to November’s "soup weather" instead of April helps shelter at a time when concerns about homelessness are increasing in Juneau.
Nov 17, 20255 min read


JDHS teachers and students share insight on possible JSD funding changes
Lower cap on property taxes may have biggest impact, with funding for extracurricular activities, buses and meals among specific concerns
Nov 16, 20253 min read


JDHS spikers earn Sportsmanship Award at state tournament
Crimson Bears’ Nizich all-tourney, Dimond tops Colony for title.
Nov 16, 20254 min read


Teardown of homeless encampment on Teal Street leaves many with scattered plans
People hastily pack some belongings into donated totes and bags, abandon many other items for bulldozers as city clears sites as winter weather sets in.
Nov 14, 20255 min read


Four local lives turned ‘upside down’ by one person’s choice to drive under the influence
A Juneau family seeks closure through sentencing, but faces lifelong complications, financial instability.
Nov 14, 20256 min read
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