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Landslide bill puts new focus on atmospheric rivers like those that triggered deadly Alaska events
Future assessments of U.S. landslide hazards could include the study of risks posed by atmospheric rivers, which caused extreme precipitation that was linked to recent deadly slides in Southeast Alaska.
Jan 73 min read
All but one school reopening, flood advisory on Wednesday; moderate to heavy rain forecast Friday
Impacts of recent storms continue as warming temperatures create snow load and meltwater concerns; atmospheric river expected to arrive by late Thursday night.
Jan 62 min read
Fred Meyer closed indefinitely after Tuesday night evacuation due to roof concerns from heavy snow
Closure follows three-day shutdown last week.Some gas pumps operating Wednesday, after station was closed last week when canopy partially collapsed.
Jan 62 min read
Bill Ray Center roof collapses downtown as roof-shoveling conditions grow more dangerous
The roof of the Bill Ray Center, an empty building on F Street in downtown Juneau, collapsed Tuesday following back-to-back snowstorms and rain…( Read full story )
Jan 61 min read
Mixed rain/snow with up to 5" accumulation Tuesday; schools, CBJ facilities closed
3" more snow expected Wednesday; forecast calls for rain beginning Friday night and continuing through weekend.
Jan 64 min read
Expanded oil industry activity in Alaska expected to help create statewide job growth
State’s 2026 job forecast predicts a boost in oil and gas jobs and continued growth in health care and construction, but it notes some trouble signs, including more expected federal job losses.
Jan 64 min read
Eaglecrest expects $6M loss over three years, twice the estimate of a year ago, as decision about gondola looms
Officials still forecast ski area will overcome its debt with profitable operations if gondola opens; repairs to chairlift and water main, plus low ticket sales, are hurting current finances.
Jan 64 min read
White House floats military action to take Greenland
President Donald Trump is considering options to acquire Greenland, including possible military operations, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said Tuesday, renewing a push for the Danish territory that follows the stunning U.S. capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro without congressional approval over the weekend.
Jan 62 min read
Jirdes Winther Baxter, last survivor of 1925 Nome serum run, dies in Juneau at 101
She moved to Juneau with her family in 1929; was honored by the city as ‘shadow member’ of the municipal council for supporting her husband during his 15 years in office.
Jan 63 min read
Death notice: Gordon Evans
Gordon Evans, a longtime Juneau attorney, former member of the University of Alaska's Board of Regents, and supporter of the Juneau Bar Association, passed away peacefully on Jan. 4, 2026.
Jan 61 min read
Cooking for Pleasure: Venison stew
Perfect to warm up with after shoveling and plentiful for leftovers, "if you can restrain yourself."
Jan 62 min read
Report: Mary Peltola moves toward Alaska Senate campaign
Former U.S. Rep. Mary Peltola, D-Alaska, and current U.S. Sen. Dan Sullivan, R-Alaska. (Official congressional portraits) Former Rep. Mary Peltola (D-Alaska) is taking concrete steps toward a Senate run, including interviewing potential campaign managers, Axios has learned. Peltola is expected to make a formal announcement challenging Sen. Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska) this month, according to two people familiar with the matter…( Read full story )
Jan 61 min read
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