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Police blotter for Nov. 30
This report contains public information available from local emergency response and law enforcement organizations.
Dec 21 min read
Kennicott’s return delayed two weeks, leaving some Southeast communities without ferry service
Ship now expected to resume sailings on Dec. 17; possibility of extending Columbia on route under review.
Dec 22 min read
Skagway’s lone paramedic is suing the city, alleging retaliation by fire department officials
A memo by the borough’s manager says the fire department’s actions do not require the agency’s leaders to be fired.
Dec 13 min read
Juneau’s Parks and Rec feeds growing passion for pickleball among seniors
Juneau’s Parks and Recreation department began hosting pick-up pickleball three days a week at the Floyd Dryden gymnasium this fall. In the last decade, new players across the country — especially seniors — have been picking up the sport…( Read full story )
Dec 11 min read
Vendors report warm sales during cold holiday weekend at 43rd annual Juneau Public Market
Veteran participants say results similar to or better than recent years despite initial economic concerns, mirroring Black Friday reports from retailers nationwide.
Dec 15 min read
Takeaways from the latest climate summit and what it means for Alaska
Officials from nearly 200 countries recently gathered in Belem, Brazil, to attend the latest United Nations climate summit, called COP30.
Dec 14 min read
CBJ accepting public proposals for marine passenger fee proceeds starting December 1
The City and Borough of Juneau (CBJ) invites the public to submit proposals for how proceeds from the 2026 Marine Passenger Fee (MPF) are used.
Dec 12 min read
Governor picks acting commissioner for permanent role as Alaska natural resources leader
John Crowther, who stepped in as acting commissioner of the Alaska Department of Natural Resources last month after John Boyle, the previous commissioner, resigned abruptly, is the governor’s choice for the more permanent position.
Dec 12 min read
Police blotter for Nov. 29
This report contains public information available from local emergency response and law enforcement organizations.
Dec 11 min read
4-day school weeks are growing in popularity, despite a lack of data on the effects
Some districts see a shorter school week as a way to attract teaching talent. But many remain skeptical.
Dec 15 min read
Pebble Mine, halted by EPA order, gets support from national development groups
Developers’ efforts to overturn the cancellation of a vast gold and copper mine planned for southwest Alaska are getting a boost from national mining and pro-business groups, including the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.
Dec 13 min read
Annual Douglas Christmas tree lighting helps kick off holiday festivities
Residents turn out to watch branches light up before joining others to ice skate with Santa.
Nov 302 min read
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