Despite the growing tensions between the countries, local leaders in Juneau say they are committed to maintaining a close relationship with the Canadian city of Whitehorse.
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.
Temporary fix restores internet, cell service for most of Southeast Alaska after subsea cable break
A repair ship is headed to Sitka to fix the damaged cable and restore a permanent connection, but it’s unclear how long that fix may take.
Mining industry optimistic about Trump administration’s energy agenda in Alaska
Attendees at the Juneau Mining Forum discussed how the new administration could change the U.S. mining industry’s permitting process to streamline development.
Juneau administration begins negotiations to relocate City Hall to Alaska Permanent Fund building
The city will begin with an offer of about $9.3 million for the floors, which is their appraised value, but the owners are asking for about $12 million.
State clears Juneau officer in fatal Christmas morning shooting
The state’s Office of Special Prosecutions released a statement Wednesday that cleared Officer Jonah Hennings-Booth in the Christmas morning shooting of 30-year-old Raye Johnston.
Juneau Assembly nears decision on whether to allow another cruise ship dock downtown
Assembly members are expected to vote April 7 on an ordinance that will ultimately decide whether or not to approve leasing city-owned tidelands.