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Opinion: It’s high noon for the rule of law

Opinion: It’s high noon for the rule of law

This country is at a crossroads. The U.S. Congress and Southern District of New York have subpoenaed President Trump’s tax returns. President Trump has requested… Continue reading

Opinion: It’s high noon for the rule of law
Heavy metals run out of the Tulsequah Chief mine opening and down to holding ponds next to the Tulsequah River Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2008. Leakage from those ponds can be seen entering the river that flows into the Taku River down stream. Eight U.S. senators sent a letter Thursday to British Columbia, Canada’s premier asking for more transboundary water oversight. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

Opinion: We need to make sure mine cleanup plan happens

I was raised on the Taku River. In the ’40s and ’50s, from May through October, my brothers and I did everything together on the… Continue reading

Heavy metals run out of the Tulsequah Chief mine opening and down to holding ponds next to the Tulsequah River Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2008. Leakage from those ponds can be seen entering the river that flows into the Taku River down stream. Eight U.S. senators sent a letter Thursday to British Columbia, Canada’s premier asking for more transboundary water oversight. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)
What killed the world’s giants?

What killed the world’s giants?

Lions in Alaska? Yes, it’s a thing.

What killed the world’s giants?
The Tongass National Forest sign seen en route to the Mendenhall Glacier Visitor Center on Wednesday, Aug. 28, 2019. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire File)

Opinion: Roadless areas of the Tongass are good for wildlife and people, and they ought to be protected

How much of the Tongass will a dying industry mow down on its way out?

The Tongass National Forest sign seen en route to the Mendenhall Glacier Visitor Center on Wednesday, Aug. 28, 2019. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire File)
Police calls for Friday, Nov. 22, 2019

Police calls for Friday, Nov. 22, 2019

This report contains public information available to the Empire from law enforcement and public safety agencies. This report includes arrest and citation information, not conviction… Continue reading

Police calls for Friday, Nov. 22, 2019
Police calls for Thursday, Nov. 21, 2019

Police calls for Thursday, Nov. 21, 2019

This report contains public information available to the Empire from law enforcement and public safety agencies. This report includes arrest and citation information, not conviction… Continue reading

Police calls for Thursday, Nov. 21, 2019
Police calls for Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2019

Police calls for Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2019

This report contains public information available to the Empire from law enforcement and public safety agencies. This report includes arrest and citation information, not conviction… Continue reading

Police calls for Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2019
The telltale signs of approaching winter are here
The telltale signs of approaching winter are here
Police calls for Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2019.

Police calls for Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2019.

This report contains public information available to the Empire from law enforcement and public safety agencies. This report includes arrest and citation information, not conviction… Continue reading

Police calls for Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2019.
Federal board approves new name for Saginaw Bay, here’s what it is
Federal board approves new name for Saginaw Bay, here’s what it is
The Alaska Marine Highway System’s M/V Kennicott pulls away from the Auke Bay Ferry Terminal in this August 2014 photo. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire File)

Opinion: More costs, fewer services contribute to ferry fleet’s fewer riders

Let’s just hope this catastrophe isn’t part of a diabolical plan designed to fail.

The Alaska Marine Highway System’s M/V Kennicott pulls away from the Auke Bay Ferry Terminal in this August 2014 photo. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire File)
The Tongass National Forest sign stands near the Auke Village Recreation Area. (Juneau Empire File)

Opinion: I hope inclusion of the Tongass under the Roadless Rule is maintained

I retired at the end of March after 28 years as a research social scientist with the USDA Forest Service. Over the course of my… Continue reading

The Tongass National Forest sign stands near the Auke Village Recreation Area. (Juneau Empire File)
Great Alaska Toy Drive kicks off Nov. 29

Great Alaska Toy Drive kicks off Nov. 29

Neighbors news in brief.

Great Alaska Toy Drive kicks off Nov. 29
Living & Growing: It’s ok, we will have faith for you

Living & Growing: It’s ok, we will have faith for you

Depression can cloud reality and disconnect us.

Living & Growing: It’s ok, we will have faith for you
Opinion: The incompetence of unacknowledged conflicts of interest

Opinion: The incompetence of unacknowledged conflicts of interest

The application to recall Gov. Mike Dunleavy alleged “Neglect of Duties, Incompetence, and/or Lack of Fitness” in four specific actions. In his advice to the… Continue reading

Opinion: The incompetence of unacknowledged conflicts of interest
Police calls for Sunday, Nov. 17, 2019

Police calls for Sunday, Nov. 17, 2019

This report contains public information available to the Empire from law enforcement and public safety agencies. This report includes arrest and citation information, not conviction… Continue reading

Police calls for Sunday, Nov. 17, 2019
Recognitions for Nov. 17, 2019

Recognitions for Nov. 17, 2019

A tip of the hat.

Recognitions for Nov. 17, 2019
Thank you letters for Nov. 17, 2019

Thank you letters for Nov. 17, 2019

Thank you, merci, danke.

Thank you letters for Nov. 17, 2019
Waid, Holtkamp wed

Waid, Holtkamp wed

Wedding announcement.

Waid, Holtkamp wed
Opinion: CBJ Assembly ponders choices

Opinion: CBJ Assembly ponders choices

It’s not clear where they are headed.

Opinion: CBJ Assembly ponders choices