Before, some teens in crisis had to leave their families in Juneau to get help. That’s changing.
Southeast Alaska’s largest hospital has quietly rolled out a new program to close a big gap in behavioral health services for minors.
Farmers say proposed agriculture funding cuts would hurt ‘state’s ability to feed itself’
Alaskan farmers say the state gets a big bang for the small buck it provides to agriculture. That’s why they say big cuts like those proposed by Governor Mike Dunleavy would inflict serious, long-term harm to the industry.
Lawmakers urge Dunleavy to engage B.C. over transboundary mining
State lawmakers from both the House and Senate are urging the Dunleavy administration to continue the state’s engagement with British Columbia over pollution threats from transboundary mining.
State ends Wellpath contract to run psychiatric institute, could open up contract for bids
The company will continue to work at the facility through December. The state also has hired a contractor to study whether it makes sense to privatize API.
Juneau authorities investigate possible arson linked to explosion and fire
According to Juneau police, multiple calls came in reporting an explosion and large flames coming from a storage shed on the side of the building that houses The Gym and J&J Deli.
Juneau students on exchange get a taste of life in Western Alaska
Juneau middle schoolers traveled to Western Alaska last month as part of a sister school exchange that aims to bridge the gap between urban and rural Alaska.
As part of Dunleavy administration directive, ADF&G considered selling its hatcheries
The Alaska Department of Fish and Game considered selling state-owned hatchery facilities to the aquaculture groups that operate them, but received no interest in the idea.
‘Ragin’ Contagion’ exercise tests Nome’s ability to respond to epidemics
In the event of widespread disease, it could take several days before help arrives in a remote Alaska community like Nome.
Cruise industry responds to community concerns about environmental impacts
With another cruise season about to begin, the tourism industry and Juneau are both looking at ways to respond to public concerns about air quality.
Lawmakers strike compromise on scaling back conflict of interest restrictions
The Senate passed an earlier version of the bill, which would have repealed the conflict of interest provisions entirely. The House passed its own version. A conference committee agreed on the compromise Monday.
Ketchikan pastor, teacher sentenced for sexually abusing minor
Former Ketchikan High School teacher and local pastor Doug Edwards was sentenced Thursday to serve six years in jail for sexually abusing a 14-year-old girl.
Alaska first responders train up on urban search and rescue techniques
During an exercise in Juneau, members of the Washington National Guard provided expertise on rescuing victims from buildings collapsed by an earthquake, avalanche or mudslide.
Alaska pot shops look ahead to on-site consumption
The state’s Marijuana Control Board is now accepting applications for on-site consumption, despite uncertainty stemming from recent board appointees.
Maine governor approves extradition of accused UAF cold case killer to Alaska
The governor of Maine has signed a warrant allowing the extradition of a man accused of a rape and murder 26 years ago in Fairbanks.
Alaska DOT considering proposal for Berners Bay ferry terminal
Records show state officials are exploring adding a second Juneau ferry terminal 30 miles north of the Auke Bay terminal to shorten travel time.
Fairbanks mayor hires city’s first female police chief
Anchorage police Lt. Nancy Reeder has accepted Fairbanks Mayor Jim Matherly’s offer to serve as the city’s new police chief.
Alaskans greet Mueller report with shrugs, nods and dismay
Alaska Public Media went to a Fred Meyer parking lot in Midtown Anchorage to ask Alaskans what they think of the Mueller report.
Facing declining enrollment, Harborview could lose a teacher next school year
The Juneau School District allocates teachers to each school based on an ideal student-to-teacher ratio. For Harborview, a shift would likely mean class sizes of up to 30 students.
Southeast Alaska pilots raise concerns over Royal Princess megaship
In anticipation of the 2019 cruise season, Southeast marine pilots have been testing megaships in virtual reality. They’re concerned about one of the vessel’s maneuverability in tight spots and low speeds.
The special ingredient inside these new gluten-free noodles? Fish, from Alaska.
The featured ingredient in these new gluten-free “protein noodles” might surprise you: It’s pollock, the unassuming whitefish caught by the millions in the Bering Sea off Alaska’s coast.