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Assembly in 5-4 vote opts to delay consideration of making five-ship limit mandatory rather than voluntary
Concern expressed as city attorney says lawsuit is certain if agreement with cruise industry turns into a law; supporters of change say it ensures the city controls ship limits.
Sep 15 min read


SNAP cuts could lead to kids losing free school breakfast and lunch
Already, more than a million American children have lost food stamps since last year.
Sep 16 min read


Juneau Soccer Club sends teams to state tourney
JSC U13 and U16 boys earn semifinals among Alaska’s best on the fútbol pitch.
Aug 312 min read


What has Senator Sullivan done for you?
When you are considering who and how your government is supporting life in Juneau, reread this list. The competition pales by comparison.
Aug 313 min read


Petersburg’s Dan J. Sullivan stays on Alaska’s U.S. Senate ballot after third-place primary finish
Fourth-place finisher Democrat David Leslie withdraws, putting third a Republican — Gerald Heikes — on the November ballot.
Aug 313 min read


In Alaska’s US House race, a Libertarian and a federal inmate advance after late withdrawals
Multiple Democrats quit the election ahead of a Monday deadline in order to clear the way for independent Bill Hill.
Aug 313 min read


Candice English becomes new fourth candidate in governor’s race just before deadline
Last-day shakeups redefine final four candidates for ranked choice general election.
Aug 312 min read


Feds suspend permit for road construction through Alaska wildlife refuge, amid legal questions
State officials say they retain the right to build the first 2.8 miles of a road that would run through the Izembek National Wildlife Refuge; but road opponents disagree.
Aug 315 min read


Alaska joins FTC, 21 other states in lawsuit accusing Amazon of deceptive ad practices
State AG says online retailer overcharges ad customers by manipulating auctions; company says its ‘approach to pricing contradicts any suggestion of consumer harm.’
Aug 312 min read


Two missing juveniles found dead from apparent gunshot wounds in wooded area
JPD reports teens found on hillside above 6800 block of Glacier Highway on Monday afternoon, after issuing an advisory when both were reported missing earlier in the day.
Aug 312 min read


Treg Taylor will not be certified as gubernatorial candidate in fall election, lieutenant governor says
Decision injects uncertainty into who will be fourth candidate against Democrat Jonathan Kreiss-Tomkins, Republicans Bernadette Wilson and Dave Bronson.
Aug 312 min read


More US mail ballots arriving late, getting tossed
State officials say they worry about the Postal Service’s ability to deliver votes this fall. They are urging voters to mail their ballots early or use drop boxes so their votes count.
Aug 311 min read
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