WASHINGTON — Earth got so hot last month that federal scientists struggled to find words, describing temperatures as “astronomical,” “staggering” and “strange.” They warned that… Continue reading
TEGUCIGALPA, Honduras — Unidentified gunmen killed a colleague of environmentalist leader Berta Caceres, who was slain almost two weeks ago in similar circumstances, Honduran authorities… Continue reading
MEXICO CITY — Authorities in greater Mexico City extended an air pollution alert for a fourth day, as smog levels improved slightly but pollution remained… Continue reading
Reports of armed gunmen in Switzer Village Mobile Park spread quickly on social media Thursday afternoon. The alleged gunmen were actually detectives with the Juneau… Continue reading
On Thursday, Alaska Revenue Commissioner Randall Hoffbeck delivered to the Juneau Chamber of Commerce the same address he’s given more than 90 times to community… Continue reading
The withdrawal of Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Florida, from the Republican presidential race means Donald Trump will now have as large a share of Alaska’s Republican… Continue reading
HEALY — An autopsy has been ordered for a 66-year-old Healy man who died as he was cutting down a tree.Alaska State Troopers say Beryl… Continue reading
The Alaska Senate voted unanimously, 20-0 on Wednesday, to relax the penalty for texting while driving. Senate Bill 123, brought by Sen. Kevin Meyer, R-Anchorage… Continue reading
Sammy Becker, right, and Mo Michels head up to Pittman’s Ridge in wintery conditions to take advantage of the fresh snow after skinning up the… Continue reading
WASHINGTON — By nominating an uncontroversial 63-year-old judge, President Barack Obama handed Republicans an unwelcome election-year proposition: Give in or risk letting Hillary Clinton or… Continue reading
One of the leaders of the powerful Senate Finance Committee has said taxes are not on the table this year as the Legislature considers how… Continue reading
WASHINGTON — In experience, background and even in his personal characteristics, Merrick Garland resembles the men and women he would join on the bench if… Continue reading
Freshmen Abby Locks, left, and Maya Garza play with a tobacco trivia game ball while manning an anti-tobacco information stand at the downtown Heritage Coffee… Continue reading
JUNEAU — Excess earnings from a fund set up to provide assistance to rural Alaskans faced with high electricity costs would go to the general… Continue reading
“Resilience & The Power of Relationships” is the theme of an early childhood conference that will be held in Juneau’s Centennial Hall Friday and Saturday.… Continue reading
On March 30, the National Weather Service will be testing the tsunami warning communications system in Juneau and other coastal Alaska communities.“The intention is to… Continue reading
The new State Library, Archives, and Museum is seeking people or companies interested in running the new building’s gift shop and coffee bar. According to… Continue reading
This report contains public information available to the Empire from law enforcement agencies. This report includes arrest and citation information, not conviction information. Anyone listed… Continue reading
The commissioner of the Alaska Department of Revenue will speak about the governor’s fiscal plan at the Juneau Chamber of Commerce’s weekly luncheon Thursday. Randy… Continue reading
The “Viva Las Vegas” Sham Jam charity event will take place at the Canvas Art Studio on Saturday, March 19 at 8 p.m. Proceeds will… Continue reading
