Dave Scanlan will step down from his role on June 3.
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.
Only incumbents seek Juneau’s legislative seats as deadline approaches
Juneau has three seats in the Alaska legislature open this November. The last day to file is June 1.
Newscast – Friday, May 17, 2024
In this newscast: AKPM’s Eric Stone reports on the dozens of bills passed as lawmakers concluded their work this legislative session; Injured commercial fishermen and boat owners in Alaska will now be able to access higher insurance reimbursements, thanks to a senate bill passed by lawmakers; A bill passed by the legislature addresses the crisis of missing and murdered Indigenous People in the state.
Newscast – Thursday, May 16, 2024
An affordable housing project built specifically for people in recovery from substance misuse received funding support from the Juneau Assembly this week; KTOO reporter Anna Canny sought out where ravens roost in Juneau in this week’s Curious Juneau episode; A 91-year-old cruise tourist is suing the Ketchikan Borough for negligence after his mobility scooter tipped over on a public bus.
Some Juneau schools will have later start times next year
High school and middle school campuses will begin 15 minutes later, but elementary schools will stay the same.
Juneau Assembly OKs $2M grant for low-income supportive housing project
The proposed three-story, 51-unit building will be located in the Lemon Creek area.