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Building the Capitol on a solid foundation
The Juneau Independent’s 2026 Guide To The Alaska Legislature: Remembering those who made the Capital Complex.
Jan 197 min read


Juneau players, teams, fans earn honors at MEHS Invitational
Dybdahl, Huemann, Larson, Tompkins ball out at 19th annual adult basketball tournament.
Jan 1913 min read


Eaglecrest skiers share fond memories, hopes for ski area’s future during its 50th birthday celebration
Large crowd shows up for $7 lift tickets and spring-like snow; many say more reliable operations tops their wish list, support installation of gondola if that helps.
Jan 196 min read


‘Snow-vid’ storms that isolated Juneauites this winter have plenty of historical company
Massive snowstorms of past hit when city lacked modern detection and removal equipment, led to changes in safety preparations and technical analysis.
Jan 186 min read


Nugget Mall scheduled to reopen Monday following 17-day closure due to roof concerns after record storms
‘Each tenant may still open on their own timeline,’ announcement notes as reopening scheduled during Martin Luther King Jr. Day holiday
Jan 182 min read


JDHS Sunday hockey senior night postponed
Northern winter storm has Kodiak team grounded
Jan 181 min read


Crimson Bears ‘golden’ over Bartlett, grounded against Thunderbirds
JDHS defeats Golden Bears, loses to East at T-Bird Classic Tournament.
Jan 176 min read


More predictable school funding sought by Juneau legislator in second batch of pre-session bills
15 prefiled proposals include limits on property assessment hikes, establishing a state spay and neuter program, and boosting inclusion of Indigenous cultures in education
Jan 173 min read


Eaglecrest’s 50th birthday a mix of celebration and chaos
Ski area features $7 lift tickets and a weekend party, but hardships include no water at lodges for weeks, resignation of top leaders and tough questions about financial future.
Jan 167 min read


City appoints Thomas Hatley as new fire chief
Pacific Northwest firefighter succeeds Chief Rich Etheridge following his retirement after he led the department for more than 15 years.
Jan 162 min read


JDHS again dominates Delta Junction ice sheet ahead of senior night
Eleven players set to be honored at 6 p.m. Sunday before home game against Kodiak.
Jan 1611 min read


Judge sides with couple at Juneau’s oldest house, gives them until Feb. 28 to move from Telephone Hill
City sought Jan. 21 date for eviction originally scheduled last November; Maureen Conerton and husband Jeff Brown argued that was unreasonable due to his disabilities.
Jan 163 min read
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