Police reports for Monday, May 30, 2016

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Around Town

Today, May 31Valley Toastmasters meeting, 6:15 a.m., St. Paul’s Catholic Church, Parish Hall. A safe, fun environment to learn public speaking skills. Details: Jim, 789-3074.Women,… Continue reading

Anchorage police release identity of man found dead in creek

ANCHORAGE — Anchorage police have released the identity of a man found dead May 18 on a mud island in Ship Creek.Police say the man… Continue reading

Motorcycle crash seriously injures Wasilla driver

WASILLA — A Wasilla motorcyclist remains in critical condition following a crash Thursday night on a rural road.Alaska State Troopers said 51-year-old Kenneth Barkley just… Continue reading

Downtown arts and carvings shop Artifact was open for business Friday following a burglary Thursday afternoon. Police say more than $6,000 in merchandise was stolen and there are no leads at this time.

Downtown businesses lose thousands from burglaries

Police say $14,000 in cash went missing from the Princess Cruise Line office in downtown Juneau on Thursday.Juneau Police Department spokeswoman Erann Kalwara said the… Continue reading

Downtown arts and carvings shop Artifact was open for business Friday following a burglary Thursday afternoon. Police say more than $6,000 in merchandise was stolen and there are no leads at this time.
Juneau resident Kevin Enloe talks about the obstacles and barriers he encountered leaving prison and reentering the community during a Juneau Reentry Coalition community dialogue on May 25, 2016.

Ex-inmate: After release, ‘Judgment everywhere I went’

For Christina Wigg, one of the hardest things about getting out of prison was other people judging her.“Judgment everywhere I went,” she said. “Judgment from… Continue reading

Juneau resident Kevin Enloe talks about the obstacles and barriers he encountered leaving prison and reentering the community during a Juneau Reentry Coalition community dialogue on May 25, 2016.

Kenai library vandalism costs thousands in damage

KENAI — Authorities are investigating after a vandal caused thousands of dollars in damage at a Kenai library, leaving staff unsure whether they’ll be able… Continue reading

2 Anchorage men arrested after 2 eastside shootings

ANCHORAGE — Two Anchorage men suspected of firing guns Thursday have been arrested.Police said 21-year-old Antonio Gray fired shots just before 11 a.m. from a… Continue reading

Fairbanks borough air pollution levels worst in US

FARIBANKS — Data show air pollution in the Fairbanks North Star Borough remains at the highest levels in the nation and has failed to show… Continue reading

Alaska Gov. Bill Walker addresses reporters during a news conference on the end of the extended regular session and the upcoming special legislative session on Thursday, May 19, 2016, in Juneau, Alaska. (AP Photo/Becky Bohrer)

Walker breaks up tax proposals after legislative pushback

JUNEAU — Gov. Bill Walker broke his tax proposals apart again after legislators pushed back on his decision to bundle them together for the special… Continue reading

Alaska Gov. Bill Walker addresses reporters during a news conference on the end of the extended regular session and the upcoming special legislative session on Thursday, May 19, 2016, in Juneau, Alaska. (AP Photo/Becky Bohrer)

Woman dies in traffic crash on Prince of Wales Island

ANCHORAGE — A southeast Alaska woman died after her pickup crashed on Prince of Wales Island.Alaska State Troopers said 63-year-old Micki Decker of Craig was… Continue reading

Around Town

Southeast Alaska Spring Shoot, 8:30 a.m. registration, 9:30 a.m. shooting, Juneau Gun Club.Open trap shooting, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Juneau Gun Club, 1 Mile Montana Creek… Continue reading

Troopers arrest man suspected in stabbing at campsite

WASILLA — A dispute over a gun led to a stabbing Friday at a campsite near Wasilla.Alaska State Troopers said 27-year-old Joseph Larocque is being… Continue reading

Police calls for Sunday, May 29, 2016

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Police calls for Friday, May 27, 2016

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Police say man used front-loader to break into liquor store

ANCHORAGE — Alaska police say a man used a stolen front-end loader to break into a liquor store and then led officers on a low-speed… Continue reading

Correction

In a brief news item that ran in the Outdoors section of the Empire on May 20, titled “Alaskans ask for improved protections for waters,… Continue reading

Around Town

Summer Reading Program, all summer, all Juneau Public Libraries. GED orientation class, 9 a.m., The Learning Connection, 210 Ferry Way. GED orientation is designed to… Continue reading

Couple charged with faking burglary, claiming insurance

ANCHORAGE — An Anchorage couple suspected of hiding jewelry and other items and claiming they were stolen has been indicted on federal fraud charges.Prosecutors said… Continue reading

Man charged with murder in fatal shooting at gas station

ANCHORAGE — A 23-year-old man has been charged with a first-degree murder in a shooting death Wednesday night at an Anchorage gas station.Anchorage police say… Continue reading