“It’s pretty common for this to be activity that’s conducted by teenagers. There can be different motivations for it – someone looking for attention, someone who’s bored, acting out,” says JPD spokeswoman Erann Kalwara.
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Can A 32-Year-Old Doctor Cure Baltimore’s Ills?
Leana Wen, Baltimore’s new health commissioner, is trying to apply public health approaches to ameliorate the city’s deep-seated problems with poverty, violence and disease.
Lemon Creek correctional officer’s family shaken up by drive-by shooting
No one was hurt, but an item close to the home was struck. It has left the family shaken up, and wondering if it may be a form of intimidation.
Juneau swimmers bring home gold from Special Olympics World Games
Christine Quick and CJ Umbs returned from the Special Olympics World Games in Los Angeles with five medals.
Juneau first stop on gay cruise’s trip around Alaska
RSVP cruise, which caters exclusively to gay and lesbian patrons, made it’s first stop in Juneau, during it’s week-long Alaska tour.
As the final dock pilings are drilled, a Hoonah controversy is put to rest
The publicly financed dock is being built where it serves a local Native corporation’s interests, only indirectly benefiting residents — although many are also shareholders.
Slideshow: Coast Guard Buoy Tender Roundup ‘heat and beat’ challenge
The Coast Guard is hosting Buoy Tender Roundup for the first time in Juneau since 2012. The week is filled with training and intense competition, like Tuesday’s “heat and beat” challenge.
State labor rights FAQ translated to Tagalog
Not all employees in Alaska speak English proficiently, but the State Department of Labor and Workforce Development wants to make sure that all of them understand their rights.
Alaska high school baller from tiny island village faces decision of a lifetime
This summer 16-year-old Wallace Ungwiluk has a decision to make: stay home and try to win Gambell its first championship in 30 years or move to Seattle and get seen by college scouts.
Twin Lakes closed to swimmers due to “high fecal bacteria”
The next sampling will take place Monday morning and will include testing of water entering the lakes in an attempt to find the source of the bacteria.