Authorities in Dutch Harbor have confirmed that the body found on Pyramid Peak Monday is that of 33-year old Sitka woman, Jessica Acker.
Public Safety
JPD, Coast Guard retrieve ‘human-shaped object’ in Gastineau Channel
Juneau Police were not amused by a floating object in Gastineau Channel last night that closely resembled a human body.
Rayco Sales losing gun dealers license
Owner Ray Coxe is trying to sell remaining firearms as wrongful death lawsuit heads to trial.
Heroin, meth seizures up in 2014, JPD says
The Juneau Police Department seized more heroin and methamphetamine last year than in 2013, but seizures of illegal prescription drugs were down.
Appeals court denies Rachelle Waterman appeal
More than a decade after the original crime took place, Rachelle Waterman’s appeal of her conviction in the death of her mother has been denied by the Alaska Court of Appeals.
Pilot program to arm VPSOs advances
Village Public Safety Officers in Western Alaska will be participating in a pilot program that could make them the first VPSOs in the state to carry weapons in their job.
Man pleads guilty in Petersburg rock pit explosion
A man who injured himself in an explosion at Petersburg’s rock pit last July will not be going to trial on federal explosives charges.
Students get early start on firefighting career
Capital City Fire/Rescue holds a Cadet Firefighter Graduation on Saturday at the Auke Bay Station.
Hearing scheduled for Haven House appeal
The Juneau Assembly must decide whether to uphold or overturn the transitional home’s conditional use permit.
Coast Guard conducts long-distance medevac in Bering Sea
Crewman suffered from urinary tract issues and had to be hoisted from F/V Northern Leader.