The Coast Guard spotted this inflatable floating unattended in Gastineau Channel.
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UAS students discuss media literacy at News Engagement Day event
The University of Alaska Southeast participated in News Engagement Day on Tuesday. It’s part of a national effort to increase civic participation and media literacy, something Assistant Professor of Communications Rosemarie Alexander says is critical for young people.
Edwardson upsets incumbent Assemblywoman Debbie White
Political newcomer Rob Edwardson defeated Juneau Assemblywoman Debbie White in a major upset. The two other incumbents secured their seats for another three years.
Juneau’s election night photos, tweets and unofficial results
Polls have closed in Juneau’s municipal elections. Follow Adelyn Baxter, Jacob Resneck and KTOO for your election night coverage.
Pepper spray in hand, woman allegedly threatens McDonald’s worker
Casey Muir, 31, of Juneau was arrested Monday night on two counts of assault after allegedly threatened a fast-food employee with bear spray.
Voting begins in Juneau municipal elections
All 13 polling precincts are open as voters cast ballots in the Juneau municipal elections. Voters with questions of where to vote can call 1-888-383-8683 before polls close at 8 p.m.
How Trump’s tax plan would affect Alaskans
The tax plan is already having one effect in Alaska: It undercuts one of the selling points for Gov. Bill Walker’s proposed payroll tax. If Congress passes the Republican tax plan, a statewide levy like the one Walker wants would no longer be an IRS deductible.
UAS, Coast Guard establish training and scholarship program for students
UAS and the Coast Guard signed an agreement establishing a career-track program that provides two years’ full tuition to accepted students.
Jury selection begins in homicide retrial
Christopher Strawn faces charges related to the October 2015 death of Brandon Cook at the Kodzoff Acres Trailer Park
Former Juneau resident praises Las Vegas’ emergency preparedness in wake of shooting
Former Juneau resident Chase Shumway, who now lives in Las Vegas, says the police had drilled for years for a possible attach on the strip. “It seemed like they were on the ball when things went down,” he said.