Ahead Of Alaska drilling, Shell practices cleaning up
Shell is now training hundreds of workers to confront oil in icy waters. But for now, the training is taking place in the calm, ice-free waters far to the south, near the port of Valdez.
Auke Lake accident investigation update
Juneau Police Chief Greg Browning says the investigation into last weekend’s deadly accident on Auke Lake may take weeks.
Capital Transit proposes route change
Capital Transit wants to hear from bus passengers on a proposal to provide bus service on Riverside Drive in the Mendenhall Valley.
Indictment dismissed, trial averted in baby homicide case
David J. Paul was accused of hurting a baby so severely that she died from her injuries.
UA President proposes 2 percent tuition hike
The president of the University of Alaska is proposing a 2 percent tuition increase for the 2013-14 school year.
Rasmuson Foundation announces funding for AWARE and Glory Hole
The Rasmuson Foundation announced $9.6 million in funding for nonprofit projects in Alaska at its biannual meeting on Thursday, June 28.
Native art reflects traditions, new media and techniques
A virtual gallery of art from Celebration 2012 that’s now on display at the Juneau Arts and Culture Center.
No agreement on capital project propositions
The Juneau Assembly still has no agreement on which projects to include in two financing measures likely to be sent to voters this fall. After chipping away at the list somewhat last night, the Assembly Finance Committee will continue the discussion Monday, hopefully with a fresh set of eyes.
Dad takes custody of driver accused of probation violation
Prosecutors allege that Tyler Emerson’s drinking violated the probation conditions stemming from the death of his friend Taylor White.
