Statter Harbor first phase improvements declared finished
CBJ Harbor officials, assemblymembers, and state lawmakers on Wednesday celebrated the near-completion of the first phase of the Statter Harbor renovation project in Auke Bay.… more
Second bill proposes smaller Sealaska land transfer
A second measure transferring Tongass National Forest land to Sealaska is before Congress on Thursday. It’s stopgap legislation turning 3,600 acres over to the Southeast-based regional Native corporation.
Opponents of wastewater discharge bill pass on referendum
When voters head to the polls next year, they could be faced with questions on oil taxes, the minimum wage, and the use of recreational marijuana. But one thing that won’t be on the ballot is a referendum on a controversial bill concerning cruise ship waste.
Bill Could Ease Way To Arctic Port
The U.S. Senate is expected to a pass a sweeping bill authorizing dozens of water projects today.
Alaska’s long-term unemployed to see a reduction in benefits
As federal agencies are beginning to lay off employees and close offices in Alaska, the long-term unemployed in Alaska are about to see a reduction in their unemployment benefits.
State doesn’t plan to seek costs in Palin case
The state of Alaska doesn’t plan to seek costs in a lawsuit brought against Sarah Palin.
Marine Highway dropping discounts to save money
Say so long to summer drivers riding the ferry for free, winter roundtrip discounts and printed schedules. The changes are some of the ways the Alaska Marine Highway plans to address a $3.5-million spending cut mandated by the Legislature.
State floats RFI for DOT office space in Juneau
The Department of Administration is putting out feelers for office space for DOT headquarters in Juneau.
The lease for the Department of Transportation and Public … more
Assembly ratifies firefighters’ contract
The Juneau Assembly has ratified terms of a new three-year contract agreement between the city and firefighters.
Members of the International Association of Firefighters, Local … more
Kuskokwim River watch begins late
Ice on the Kuskokwim River is thawing a bit slower than usual, delaying efforts to monitor breakup activity.
State emergency management specialist Karl Edwards says … more
