Death certificate issued for Penny Cotten reportedly lists cause of death as suicide by gunshot, but Juneau police say they investigate all unattended deaths as a homicide until proven otherwise.
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Newscast – Tuesday, March 27, 2018
In this newscast: Juneau police and EMTs train for an active shooter scenario, the Alaska House votes to spend an extra $892 million on permanent fund dividends,
Washington state moves to ban Atlantic salmon farms, and the National Weather Service extends the area’s winter storm warning to 5 p.m.
Scientists record volcanic thunder for the first time
The recordings are just the beginning of a treasure trove of clues scientists are exploring in the wake of Bogoslof’s nine month eruption.
Alaskan Brewing Company unsure how steel, aluminum tariffs will affect manufacturing
As the Trump administration’s steel and aluminum tariffs take effect, the Alaskan Brewing Company is unsure what effect they’ll have – if any. The company employs about 100 people making beer in Juneau.
Bill would lift restrictions on Alaska’s naturopaths
Naturopathic doctors argue they should be able to prescribe some medications and perform minor surgical procedures. There’s been pushback from professional medical associations over the proposal.
Landless communities continue fight for land
Representatives of five Southeast Alaska communities continue their fight for recognition under the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act. But they’re still facing opposition.