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BP sheds Alaska assets, sells to Hilcorp Alaska for $5.6B

BP sheds Alaska assets, sells to Hilcorp Alaska for $5.6B

BP is selling all of its assets in the state.

BP sheds Alaska assets, sells to Hilcorp Alaska for $5.6B
Photos: Juneau Huskies host Antelope Union

Photos: Juneau Huskies host Antelope Union

Huskies win first home game.

Photos: Juneau Huskies host Antelope Union
An official derby boat, which was the last boat of the day, pulls away from the dock at Mike Pusich Harbor in Douglas on Sunday, Aug. 25, 2019. (Peter Segall | Juneau Empire)
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Empire Live: 73rd Golden North Salmon derby ends, 24-pounder remains in lead

Live updates from the 73rd annual Golden North Salmon Derby.

An official derby boat, which was the last boat of the day, pulls away from the dock at Mike Pusich Harbor in Douglas on Sunday, Aug. 25, 2019. (Peter Segall | Juneau Empire)
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How to appreciate perfect moments, then let them go

How to appreciate perfect moments, then let them go

I was filled with beauty and joy until it was overflowing.

How to appreciate perfect moments, then let them go
Police calls for Sunday, Aug. 25, 2019

Police calls for Sunday, Aug. 25, 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, Aug. 25, 2019
Self-Care: It’s for Alaskans Now!

Self-Care: It’s for Alaskans Now!

The whole personal care industry fails to recognize our unique grooming needs.

Self-Care: It’s for Alaskans Now!
Thank you letters for Aug. 25, 2019

Thank you letters for Aug. 25, 2019

Thank you, Merci, Danke.

Thank you letters for Aug. 25, 2019
See action from the first two days of the derby.
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See action from the first two days of the derby.
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Angela Rodell, CEO and executive director of the Alaska Permanent Fund Corp., gives an overview of the fund to the House Finance Committee at the Capitol on Monday, Jan. 22, 2018. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire File)

Opinion: It’s time for the Permanent Fund to divest from fossil fuels

Alaskans are beginning to take the climate crisis seriously.

Angela Rodell, CEO and executive director of the Alaska Permanent Fund Corp., gives an overview of the fund to the House Finance Committee at the Capitol on Monday, Jan. 22, 2018. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire File)
The Willoughby District, including the Juneau Arts and Culture Center, is seen here on Jan. 4, 2016. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire File)

Opinion: Be careful what Juneau builds next

Juneau shouldn’t waste money on the New JACC.

The Willoughby District, including the Juneau Arts and Culture Center, is seen here on Jan. 4, 2016. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire File)
Video & Photos: Orientation Day at UAS
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Video & Photos: Orientation Day at UAS

Classes start Monday.

Video & Photos: Orientation Day at UAS
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Sam Post, left, and Lydia Steele ski back from a visit to the Mendenhall Glacier on Monday, Feb. 11, 2019. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

Opinion: Alaska is seeing the effects of climate change from the front lines

This is a global issue that requires cooperative effort on a global scale.

Sam Post, left, and Lydia Steele ski back from a visit to the Mendenhall Glacier on Monday, Feb. 11, 2019. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)
Juneau residents line up outside of the Planet Alaska Gallery to sign an application petition to recall Gov. Mike Dunleavy on Thursday, Aug. 1, 2019. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire File)

Opinion: We deserve better

Gov. Mike Dunleavy, hear us loud and clear.

Juneau residents line up outside of the Planet Alaska Gallery to sign an application petition to recall Gov. Mike Dunleavy on Thursday, Aug. 1, 2019. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire File)
Gov. Mike Dunleavy speaks to members of the media before welcoming Juneau residents to the Governor’s Open House on Tuesday, Dec. 11, 2018. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

Opinion: Dunleavy is still the ‘odd man out’

The budget can’t be balanced by cuts alone.

Gov. Mike Dunleavy speaks to members of the media before welcoming Juneau residents to the Governor’s Open House on Tuesday, Dec. 11, 2018. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)
Police calls for Friday, Aug. 23, 2019

Police calls for Friday, Aug. 23, 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, Aug. 23, 2019
Warm waters across Alaska cause salmon die-offs

Warm waters across Alaska cause salmon die-offs

From the Koyukuk River, to the Kuskokwim, to Norton Sound, to Bristol Bay’s Igushik River, unusually warm temperatures across Alaska this summer led to die-offs… Continue reading

Warm waters across Alaska cause salmon die-offs
How do you know when it’s fall?

How do you know when it’s fall?

According to the Gregorian calendar, the first day of fall this year is Monday, Sept. 23. Why it’s not the 21st like it was when… Continue reading

How do you know when it’s fall?
Photos: Best of Summer 2019

Photos: Best of Summer 2019

It was a hot one.

Photos: Best of Summer 2019

Opinion: Kensington Mine cares about community, environment

Coeur Alaska cares deeply about protecting our people and the environment.

Bagging barnacles: I’m exploring a changing ecosystem
Bagging barnacles: I’m exploring a changing ecosystem