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A beaver enjoys breakfast near the Mendenhall Glacier in late June 2017. (Courtesy Photo | Linda Shaw)

Talk gives insight into beaver activity

A free presentation this week gives a look into the busy world of beavers, and sheds light on how their activity affects everything around them.… Continue reading

A beaver enjoys breakfast near the Mendenhall Glacier in late June 2017. (Courtesy Photo | Linda Shaw)
The Sinking of the S.S. Princess Sophia

The Sinking of the S.S. Princess Sophia

Looking back at the worst shipwreck on the West Coast, 100 years ago this month.

The Sinking of the S.S. Princess Sophia
The Mendenhall Valley Public Library on Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2017. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire File)

Experts aim to simplify Medicare, Social Security

It’s common for people to be unsure of their Medicare and Social Security options, and a free presentation Friday aims to make people more informed.… Continue reading

The Mendenhall Valley Public Library on Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2017. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire File)
Watch: Candidates Forum Live
Watch: Candidates Forum Live
Best Pictures of the Week

Best Pictures of the Week

Best Pictures of the Week by Staff Photographer Michael Penn Contact staff photographer Michael Penn at 523-2262 and mpenn@juneauempire.com.… Continue reading

Best Pictures of the Week
Calvin Wayne Boord, 49, was wanted on three warrants. (Courtesy Photo | Juneau Police Department)

Police arrest man with three outstanding warrants

The Juneau man was wanted on three warrants, and police are asking the public for help in finding him.

Calvin Wayne Boord, 49, was wanted on three warrants. (Courtesy Photo | Juneau Police Department)
Beth Weldon and supports react to a lead in the polls as results came in live at Election Central at City Hall on Oct. 2, 2018. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

Unofficial results of the 2018 Municipal Election

Unofficial results of the 2018 City and Borough of Juneau Municipal Election.

Beth Weldon and supports react to a lead in the polls as results came in live at Election Central at City Hall on Oct. 2, 2018. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)
Opinion: Begich only gubernatorial candidate to support net neutrality

Opinion: Begich only gubernatorial candidate to support net neutrality

Having been in IT for over two decades, I have seen the birth and explosion of the internet. I have run my own website from… Continue reading

Opinion: Begich only gubernatorial candidate to support net neutrality
Election official Jacqueline Fowler, left, hands Becky Dierking her ballot in the Municipal Election at the Auke Bay Ferry Terminal on Tuesday, Oct. 2, 2018. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

Opinion: Good job, Juneau

I am so proud of the recent municipal election process here in Juneau. I was delighted to see new energy and interest in the election… Continue reading

Election official Jacqueline Fowler, left, hands Becky Dierking her ballot in the Municipal Election at the Auke Bay Ferry Terminal on Tuesday, Oct. 2, 2018. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)
Legislative candidates answers questions during the Native Issues Forum at the Elizabeth Peratrovich Hall on Tuesday, Sept. 25, 2018. From left: Moderator Rep. Sam Kito III, D-Juneau, House District 33 candidates Chris Dimond and Sara Hannan, House District 34 candidates Jerry Nankervis and Andi Story, and Senate District Q candidates Don Etheridge and Jesse Kiehl. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)
Legislative candidates answers questions during the Native Issues Forum at the Elizabeth Peratrovich Hall on Tuesday, Sept. 25, 2018. From left: Moderator Rep. Sam Kito III, D-Juneau, House District 33 candidates Chris Dimond and Sara Hannan, House District 34 candidates Jerry Nankervis and Andi Story, and Senate District Q candidates Don Etheridge and Jesse Kiehl. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)
Police calls for Tuesday, Oct. 9, 2018

Police calls for Tuesday, Oct. 9, 2018

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, Oct. 9, 2018
Salmon Creek Dam in August 2013. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)
Salmon Creek Dam in August 2013. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)
Legislative candidates answers questions during the Native Issues Forum at the Elizabeth Peratrovich Hall on Tuesday, Sept. 25, 2018. From left: Moderator Rep. Sam Kito III, D-Juneau, House District 33 candidates Chris Dimond and Sara Hannan, House District 34 candidates Jerry Nankervis and Andi Story, and Senate District Q candidates Don Etheridge and Jesse Kiehl. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

Empire will co-host, moderate legislative forum

The Juneau Empire, along with the League of Women Voters of Juneau, Juneau Votes! and KTOO, is aiming to get local voters ready for the… Continue reading

Legislative candidates answers questions during the Native Issues Forum at the Elizabeth Peratrovich Hall on Tuesday, Sept. 25, 2018. From left: Moderator Rep. Sam Kito III, D-Juneau, House District 33 candidates Chris Dimond and Sara Hannan, House District 34 candidates Jerry Nankervis and Andi Story, and Senate District Q candidates Don Etheridge and Jesse Kiehl. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)
City Hall stands on a quiet morning on June 7, 2017. (Alex McCarthy | Juneau Empire File)

Businesses can now pay sales tax online

It just became a little easier for businesses to pay sales taxes.

City Hall stands on a quiet morning on June 7, 2017. (Alex McCarthy | Juneau Empire File)
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Police calls for Monday, Oct. 8, 2018

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

Juneau Empire file photo.
The third phase of street improvements in downtown Juneau will take place next year. A meeting on Wednesday will inform the public on what the improvements will look like and what construciton means for traffic. (Courtesy Photo | City and Borough of Juneau)

City to talk next phase of street upgrades

The City and Borough of Juneau has worked to improve downtown streets in the past few years, and the next phase of upgrades is on… Continue reading

The third phase of street improvements in downtown Juneau will take place next year. A meeting on Wednesday will inform the public on what the improvements will look like and what construciton means for traffic. (Courtesy Photo | City and Borough of Juneau)
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Opinion: Tracking the Outside money in Alaska politics

Since its inception, the Alaska Policy Forum has been guided by a vision of continuously growing prosperity in Alaska. Our work is to support policy… Continue reading

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Opinion: Walker is the best choice for Alaska’s Students

As a teacher and president of Alaska’s largest professional union, my highest priority is student learning. We, who think first and foremost about our students… Continue reading

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Mike Blackwell with sons, Andrew and Matthew, and friend, Carolyn Naftel. Michael Blackwell was the recipient of the Philanthropist of the Year award from Juneau Community Foundation. (Courtesy Photo | Michael Penn via Juneau Community Foundation)

Blackwell named Philanthropist of the Year

The Juneau Community Foundation held its annual Philanthropy recognition dinner last Thursday and presented awards to a philanthropist, a philanthropic organization and a nonprofit organization.… Continue reading

Mike Blackwell with sons, Andrew and Matthew, and friend, Carolyn Naftel. Michael Blackwell was the recipient of the Philanthropist of the Year award from Juneau Community Foundation. (Courtesy Photo | Michael Penn via Juneau Community Foundation)
Finding life in the dirt

Finding life in the dirt

There are few activities as rewarding as digging potatoes.

Finding life in the dirt