(Clarise Larson / Juneau Empire File)

Juneau man turns himself into police, arrested on child pornography charges

He pleaded not guilty and is out on bail, according to court documents.

(Clarise Larson / Juneau Empire File)
The Alaska flag flies from the bow of a boat in one of Ketchikan’s small-boat harbors on July 24. (Photo by James Brooks/Alaska Beacon)

With Alaska’s maritime heritage at risk of being lost, program seeks to preserve it

Alaska Maritime Heritage Preservation Program is open to funding projects by museums, others

The Alaska flag flies from the bow of a boat in one of Ketchikan’s small-boat harbors on July 24. (Photo by James Brooks/Alaska Beacon)
A black bear catches a salmon, causing eggs to squirt out, at Peterson Lake on July 26. The bear then ignored the salmon and ate the eggs before hunting for more fish. (Photo by Steve Hamilton)

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A black bear catches a salmon, causing eggs to squirt out, at Peterson Lake on July 26. The bear then ignored the salmon and ate the eggs before hunting for more fish. (Photo by Steve Hamilton)
This is a photo of a Capital City Fire/Rescue vehicle at the scene of a fire in June. (Clarise Larson / Juneau Empire File)

Police investigate abandoned vehicle fire as arson

The possible intentional fire appears to be an isolated incident, fire marshal says.

This is a photo of a Capital City Fire/Rescue vehicle at the scene of a fire in June. (Clarise Larson / Juneau Empire File)
Two people ride an all-terrain vehicle on Utqiagvik’s beach on Aug. 2, 2022. (Photo by Yereth Rosen/Alaska Beacon)

Alaska natural resources agency OKs bigger off-road vehicles on most state land

Alaskans can now use larger and heavier recreational off-road vehicles on most state land without a specialty permit, a move intended to accommodate the growth… Continue reading

Two people ride an all-terrain vehicle on Utqiagvik’s beach on Aug. 2, 2022. (Photo by Yereth Rosen/Alaska Beacon)
A sexual assault kit. (Photo from Alaska Department of Public Safety)

Sexual assault survivors in Alaska can now track their rape kits online

A new online tool will allow survivors to check the status of their sexual assault kits, Alaska’s Department of Public Safety announced last week. The… Continue reading

A sexual assault kit. (Photo from Alaska Department of Public Safety)
(Michael Penn / Juneau Empire File)

Police calls for Sunday, July 30, 2023

This report contains information from law enforcement and public safety agencies.

(Michael Penn / Juneau Empire File)
A bike is parked outside the main entrance of Bartlett Regional Hospital on Thursday. (Mark Sabbatini / Juneau Empire)

Doctor: ‘Inhumane treatment’ of behavioral health care patients at Bartlett Regional Hospital

Staff shortage puts patients and employees at risk, some officials say; hospital CEO blames policies

A bike is parked outside the main entrance of Bartlett Regional Hospital on Thursday. (Mark Sabbatini / Juneau Empire)
A construction worker uses machinery Monday afternoon while working on the construction site of Central Council of Tlingit and Haida Indian Tribes of Alaska’s revived Haven House. (Clarise Larson / Juneau Empire)

Revived Haven House means safety and stability for women after incarceration

The construction of the non-congregate shelter is expected to be completed in spring 2024.

A construction worker uses machinery Monday afternoon while working on the construction site of Central Council of Tlingit and Haida Indian Tribes of Alaska’s revived Haven House. (Clarise Larson / Juneau Empire)
Longtime Juneau Board of Education member Brian Holst listens during a board meeting in May. Holst rescinded his run for candidacy for a fourth term on the board late last week. (Clarise Larson / Juneau Empire File)

Longtime school board member rescinds candidacy

Brian Holst pulls from race days after submitting, set to step away after nine years.

Longtime Juneau Board of Education member Brian Holst listens during a board meeting in May. Holst rescinded his run for candidacy for a fourth term on the board late last week. (Clarise Larson / Juneau Empire File)
(Michael Penn / Juneau Empire File)

Police calls for Saturday, July 29, 2023

This report contains information from law enforcement and public safety agencies.

(Michael Penn / Juneau Empire File)
(Michael Penn / Juneau Empire File)

Police calls for Friday, July 28, 2023

This report contains information from law enforcement and public safety agencies.

(Michael Penn / Juneau Empire File)
(Michael Penn / Juneau Empire File)

Police calls for Thursday, July 27, 2023

This report contains information from law enforcement and public safety agencies.

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(Michael Penn / Juneau Empire File)
This is a photo of the Treadwell Ditch Trail on South Douglas. On Saturday a teenage boy died after he failed to make it to shore after jumping into the water by the Glory Hole. His body was later recovered Sunday afternoon. (Clarise Larson / Juneau Empire)

Teenage boy dies after jumping in water near Treadwell Trail

The body of the boy was recovered Sunday afternoon by the Alaska State Troopers.

This is a photo of the Treadwell Ditch Trail on South Douglas. On Saturday a teenage boy died after he failed to make it to shore after jumping into the water by the Glory Hole. His body was later recovered Sunday afternoon. (Clarise Larson / Juneau Empire)
The Norwegian Cruise Line’s Norwegian Encore docks in Juneau in October, 2022. (Clarise Larson / Juneau Empire File)

Ships in Port for the Week of July 29

Here’s what to expect this week.

  • Jul 29, 2023
The Norwegian Cruise Line’s Norwegian Encore docks in Juneau in October, 2022. (Clarise Larson / Juneau Empire File)
The Adventure Bound tour boat is seen here docked at Aurora Harbor during the past week. The vessel’s owner-operator was given four notices of deficiencies last year, but continued to operate, according to a U.S. Coast Guard report that also raises questions about the agency’s handling of a grounding incident involving the company. (Meredith Jordan / Juneau Empire)

Adventure Bound Alaska was grounded, issued citations and continued to operate

U.S. Coast Guard report also raises questions about agency’s handling of incident

The Adventure Bound tour boat is seen here docked at Aurora Harbor during the past week. The vessel’s owner-operator was given four notices of deficiencies last year, but continued to operate, according to a U.S. Coast Guard report that also raises questions about the agency’s handling of a grounding incident involving the company. (Meredith Jordan / Juneau Empire)
Juneau Drag performer and event emcee Gigi Monroe struts the runway in front of hundreds gathered at the main stage of the Southeast Alaska State Fair in Haines on Friday evening for the performance group’s debut show at the fair. (Clarise Larson / Juneau Empire)

Southeast Alaska State Fair greets Juneau Drag with ‘incredible’ turnout

The debut show went on despite the group facing local scrutiny months prior to the event.

Juneau Drag performer and event emcee Gigi Monroe struts the runway in front of hundreds gathered at the main stage of the Southeast Alaska State Fair in Haines on Friday evening for the performance group’s debut show at the fair. (Clarise Larson / Juneau Empire)
Retiring Juneau Chief of Police Ed Mercer (left) and City Manager Rorie Watt (right) smile for a photo during Mercer’s retirement ceremony Friday afternoon at the Juneau Police Department station. (Clarise Larson / Juneau Empire)

‘He is the rock that this department rests on:’ Ceremony honors police chief’s retirement

Ed Mercer, JPD chief for six years, starting new job as head of anti-drug trafficking program.

Retiring Juneau Chief of Police Ed Mercer (left) and City Manager Rorie Watt (right) smile for a photo during Mercer’s retirement ceremony Friday afternoon at the Juneau Police Department station. (Clarise Larson / Juneau Empire)
A disability pride activity sits in the lobby of Gold Town Theater. Southeast Alaska Independent Living hosted a showing of the movie “The Peanut Butter Falcon” on Wednesday to celebrate Disability Pride Month. (Photo by Claire Stremple/Alaska Beacon)

In Disability Pride Month, Alaska advocates celebrate progress and look to a more accessible future

This year is the 33rd anniversary of the landmark Americans with Disabilities Act

A disability pride activity sits in the lobby of Gold Town Theater. Southeast Alaska Independent Living hosted a showing of the movie “The Peanut Butter Falcon” on Wednesday to celebrate Disability Pride Month. (Photo by Claire Stremple/Alaska Beacon)
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Davina Cole Drones participates in an Alaska Native dance during the Juneau Arts and Humanities Council’s 50th anniversary celebration Thursday at Sealaska Heritage Plaza.

JAHC’s golden anniversary highlights present talent and big plans

Arts and culture organization celebrates 50th birthday with party and awards

Clarise Larson / Juneau Empire
Davina Cole Drones participates in an Alaska Native dance during the Juneau Arts and Humanities Council’s 50th anniversary celebration Thursday at Sealaska Heritage Plaza.