A portion of the proposed borough overlaps with land that Juneau once made an effort to annex.
Clarise Larson
City Government Reporter, KTOO
"My mission is to hold Juneau’s elected officials accountable for their actions and how their decisions impact the lives of the people they represent. It’s rooted in the belief that an informed public has the power to make positive change."
When Clarise isn't working, you can find her skijoring with her dog, Bloon, or climbing up walls at the Rock Dump.
Kensington Mine cuts 20% of pay for some hourly employees, citing financial woes
In a memo sent in early January, the mine’s general manager said the mine will struggle to remain viable if it does not find ways to reduce costs.
Listen: Peltola touts Willow Project, defends ranked choice voting
Peltola spoke with KTOO about her first term, why she thinks FEMA needs an overhaul, and more.
Juneau considers moving all city staff to Alaska Permanent Fund building
The city has been looking for new office space since this fall, when voters rejected the city’s request to fund a new City Hall through a $27 million bond.
Cruise ships dumped 90% less trash in Juneau last year
The reduction follows a 2022 agreement meant to extend the life of Juneau’s landfill.
Newscast – Monday, Jan. 29, 2024
Alaska Congresswoman Mary Peltola was in Juneau as her last stop on a statewide tour to kick off her reelection campaign, cruise ships in Juneau reduced the amount of trash they dumped into the landfill by over 90% this year, mushers pushed through 30-below temperatures to finish the 45th running of the Kuskokwim 300 Sled Dog Race this weekend.