A damaged traffic light prompted authorities to close lanes of Egan drive until repairs could be made. The light has been fixed.
Quinton Chandler, KTOO
House window shot in Auke Bay
The window of a house was shot out in the Auke Bay area Saturday. No one was injured.
University of Alaska reorganization planning advances toward second phase
The University of Alaska is making progress on its goal to find savings in its academic programs and administration. The process will end in June of next year.
Advocacy group says beer is “100% better” than heroin
A Juneau group fighting against heroin abuse helped throw the 5th Annual Capital Brewfest to spread its message and receive part of the proceeds. The organization’s participation raised questions on whether it was right.
Playwright Edward Albee, Who Changed And Challenged Audiences, Dies At 88
“All art should be useful,” Albee said. “If it’s merely decorative, it’s a waste of time.” The Pulitzer-winning playwright of Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf? died Friday following a short illness.
‘Shoeless Joe’ Author William Patrick Kinsella Dies At 81
The award-winning book was adapted into the beloved film Field of Dreams. The Canadian author is best known for his works about magic — and baseball.
How ‘Equal Access’ Is Helping Drive Black Renters Out Of Their Neighborhood
San Francisco wants to give long-term residents of a historically African-American area preference in a lottery for new affordable units. Federal officials say that would violate fair housing laws.
JPD asks for school board’s help in kindness initiative
Juneau Police Department wants to try to improve the quality of life in Juneau by encouraging random acts of kindness.
17-year-old killed in accidental shooting
A 17-year-old boy died in an accidental shooting on Saturday.
Why Gov. Walker won’t challenge veto reversal
Gov. Walker won’t challenge a decision to reverse his veto of education funding. The state’s budget chief said a challenge would have cost the state time and money in a long court battle.