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Federal government shutdown begins, with no easy exit in sight
The federal government started shutting down early Wednesday after Congress failed to approve a funding bill before the beginning of the new fiscal year — resulting in widespread ramifications for hundreds of programs and giving the Trump administration an avenue to fire federal workers en masse.
Oct 1, 20258 min read


JDHS runners head to state championships in Palmer
Crimson Bears hunting ‘moose,’ other critters for bragging rights.
Oct 1, 20256 min read


Crimson Bears dive team springs to action to aid rival
A season-long target for Ketchikan Kings senior diver Liam Woodward came to fruition Saturday with the help of rival Region V opponent Juneau-Douglas High School: Yadaa.at Kalé, as the Crimson Bears responded to a dive-only meet request at the site of the upcoming Region V Swim and Dive Championships at Ketchikan’s Gateway Pool.
Sep 30, 20258 min read


Harsh experiences of past Indigenous boarding schools serve as lessons of healing now on Orange Shirt Day
Dozens gather at Zach Gorden Youth Center to share stories, songs and salmon.
Sep 30, 20254 min read


Learning by ‘trial by fire’: CCFR Chief Rich Etheridge recalls career after retirement announcement
Patience is a virtue when it comes to overseeing an all-hazards fire department.
Sep 30, 20258 min read


Assembly delays Telephone Hill evictions until Nov. 1 due to lack of proper tenant notice
Property management company failed to properly document eviction notices sent to residents that were set to take effect Oct. 1, mayor says.
Sep 29, 20254 min read


Editor, most news staff of Carpenter Media’s Alaska newspapers resign due to censoring of story
Article about a Charlie Kirk vigil referring to controversies involving him was altered after a GOP Alaska lawmaker complained to company management
Sep 29, 20253 min read


JDHS senior Elliot Welch wins 12th region tennis title in four years
Crimson Bears tennis team finish Region V play, prepare for state.
Sep 29, 202510 min read


Tlingit and Haida gambling hall may be halted due to Trump’s Interior Dept. reversing Biden-era ruling
Local tribal government ‘anticipated’ and is reviewing decision nullifying Indian Gaming Commission’s actions involving tribal jurisdiction, council president says .
Sep 29, 20253 min read


State makes contingency plans for federal government shutdown that could permanently end jobs, programs
Officials will ‘reassess and prioritize programs that most directly impact the life, health, and safety of Alaskans’ if situation is prolonged, governor says as Wednesday shutdown looms.
Sep 29, 20252 min read


Training, medical request faults cited in JPD self-assessment after violent arrest leads to officer’s forced resignation
Report by police chief says room for improvement, but overall "JPD continues to set the standard for policing"
Sep 29, 20254 min read


Juneau puts on first-half offensive show in 34-20 win over Colony in final home game of regular season
Crimson Bears use toughness and trickery to send seniors off in style.
Sep 28, 202510 min read
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