In 2015, Juneau’s population peaked at an estimated 33,162 residents. Juneau has lost 1,389 people since then.
Matt Miller
Morning Host & Local News Reporter
I’m up early every weekday morning pulling together all the news and information you need to start your day. I find the stories unique to Juneau or Southeast Alaska that may linger or become food-for-thought at the end of your day. What information do you need from me to give your day some context?
Free legal help line in Alaska expects lots of pandemic related questions this year
Because of COVID-19, this year’s free legal clinic for Alaskans will be done differently and it will likely tackle issues related to the pandemic.
High winds, heavy snowfall could bring avalanche to Thane Road
Thursday’s high winds along with heavy snowfall at higher elevations will increase the possibility of an avalanche reaching Thane Road in the next 24 hours, according to the Department of Transportation.
New avalanche center compiles observations from Juneau backcountry
Research shows that it wasn’t mainly beginning or intermediate backcountry users who triggered avalanches during the pandemic.
Massive mountain rockslide near Juneau shakes the earth on Christmas Eve
When all that rock fell, it shook the earth equivalent to a magnitude 2.8 or 2.9 earthquake.
‘Use your car as your lodge’: Eaglecrest Ski Area now open with a few new pandemic rules
Masks are required to be worn at all times except while skiing or snowboarding downhill. Lift lines have been designed to keep everyone six feet apart in all directions.
Some clearing, then thin layer of Christmas snow expected for Juneau
Skies may clear Wednesday night and early Thursday morning to allow a glimpse of the conjunction of Jupiter and Saturn.
Winter storm brings snow to Juneau, but not as much as forecasted
About 3 feet of snow was previously expected in Juneau, but the National Weather Service says total snowfall will be between 8 to 13 inches by Friday.
Eaglecrest Ski Area won’t open this weekend after heavy rainfall, mild temperatures
Managers say they want to keep customers safe and preserve the snow pack until it gets colder and drier on the mountain.
High wind warning ends for Juneau, flood advisory remains
Two inches of rain fell at the airport in 24 hours, while 3.6 inches fell in Douglas and 3.52 inches fell in downtown Juneau.