Alaska’s cost of living continues to rise, and energy prices remain the big culprit.
Recent News
Juneau Assembly committee OKs bond, sales tax packages
The full Assembly still needs to vote on the measures. But for now it appears Juneau residents will be asked to approve a five-year extension of the city’s temporary 1-percent sales tax and a $24.9-million bond proposition.
Despite drop, Alaska STD infection rates still higher than national average
The Department of Health and Social Services released a health bulletin on July 3 documenting the rates of chlamydia and gonorrhea infections in Alaska.
Lynn Canal ferry schedule likely to change
The Alaska Marine Highway System is rethinking part of its Lynn Canal summer sailing schedule. Ferry chief Mike Neussl says it’s a question of logistics.
Emmonak Women’s Shelter receives emergency funding
In May, the Emmonak Women’s Shelter – one of only two shelters in western Alaska and the only shelter located in a native village – was on the verge of closing its doors.
CBJ considers pioneer road from end of North Douglas Highway
The city is considering a short pioneer road from the end of North Douglas Highway as the first development in the area.
Rapper Pitbull could face exile on Kodiak
Internet pranksters have seized on a cross promotion between the Miami rapper and Wal-Mart, and Kodiak could get a concert out of the deal.
Memorial planned for Juneau jurist
Robert Boochever — former federal prosecutor, Supreme Court justice, and Appeals Court judge — to be remembered during a tribute on Tuesday.
Landfill, recycling center closed for employee death
46-year old man found in a bathroom on Saturday morning.
Alaska firefighters join fight against fires in the Lower 48
About 100 firefighters from Alaska are heading to the lower 48 to help fight wildfires.