Gov. Mike Dunleavy called a new special session after rejecting a bill that would have cut taxes on the Alaska LNG project but increased them on some private oil and gas companies.
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Assembly rejects bonds to upgrade Juneau’s schools and wastewater system again
The bonds would have helped fund $25 million worth of critical repairs and upgrades to Juneau’s schools and the city’s water and sewer systems.
11 candidates vie for local office in Juneau’s fall municipal election
The candidate filing period for Juneau’s October municipal election closed Monday afternoon.
Alaska Democratic U.S. House candidate says he had support but not enough money
Matt Schultz explains his decision to suspend his campaign against Republican incumbent Rep. Nick Begich and back independent Bill Hill
Weather Service predicts Juneau’s Suicide Basin will fill between Aug. 8-12
The flood typically begins within a week after the basin is full, but it can happen at any time.
Juneau school year starts next month without early release Mondays, possible busing changes
District leadership said operations will remain largely the same, though there will be no more early release days for elementary schools and bus routes may change slightly.