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Alaska Democrats sue elections officials after they approved candidate who didn’t disclose finances
The Alaska Democratic Party is suing the Alaska Division of Elections, alleging that officials improperly approved a Republican candidate who failed to disclose his personal finances, as required by state law.
Jul 132 min read


Juneau residents temporarily relocated during affordable housing renovations
Renovations are underway for two affordable housing complexes in Juneau. Residents say the upgrades are sorely needed but the transition has been challenging.
Jul 131 min read


New swim-run race honors veterans, applauds entrants
Juneau athletes, athletic families and/or like-minded sporting fans will be treated to, or can participate in, the Ranger Lead The Way - Swim Run Juneau event at Amalga Meadows Park on Saturday.
Jul 132 min read


Police blotter for July 11
This report contains public information available from local emergency response and law enforcement organizations.
Jul 132 min read


AI Tries To Write The News: Is proposed fee hike at Mendenhall Glacier paying for time travel?
Cybercorrespondent also seems extremely confused about Huna Totem cruise dock, which it places on Douglas Island AI-generated image supposedly showing tourists at the Mendenhall Glacier Visitor Center, as published by Travel and Tour World on Thursday, July 9, 2026. By Mark Sabbatini Juneau Independent Editor’s note: AI Tries To Write The News is a regular feature intended to familiarize readers with what AI-generated news content looks like. The AI content should not be cons
Jul 134 min read


Trump: US to take over Strait of Hormuz, charge 20% for cargo shipped through
U.S. President Donald Trump said Monday that the United States is “reinstating” a blockade on Iran in the Strait of Hormuz and will charge other ships for safe passage. Iran has insisted it controls the critical waterway, as another exchange of fire threatened a return to all-out war.
Jul 134 min read


Summer troll update: Fish scarce, catch low
On Friday morning, the 10th day of the summer king salmon troll opening, the catch was less than half of the harvest target of 83,700, fishery officials said. The opening, which was initially projected to last seven to ten days, will continue until further notice.
Jul 133 min read


Dunleavy sets state record for most vetoes in a single Legislature
Eight other bills await a final decision, plus the possibility of a multibillion-dollar tax break for the proposed trans-Alaska natural gas pipeline.
Jul 133 min read


Auke Bay Post 25 wins final home game against East Post 34
Sunday victory gives Juneau seven-game win streak, top league standing.
Jul 123 min read


Valley residents have similar flood outlook, different preparation process
Prefilled sandbags will be available for pickup through Monday
Jul 126 min read


Police blotter for July 10
This report contains public information available from local emergency response and law enforcement organizations.
Jul 122 min read


On The Trails: Gunnels and others
Gunnels are small intertidal fish, very slender, bearing a long dorsal fin. They are unusually slimy; that mucus coat protects them from dehydration when the tide goes out. They can breathe air through the skin for hours.
Jul 123 min read
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