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Lawsuit brings lawmakers back to Juneau

Lawsuit brings lawmakers back to Juneau

They want to OK funding by Wednesday.

Lawsuit brings lawmakers back to Juneau
C-17 Globemaster III cargo planes from Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson performed a flyby over Juneau on May 15, 2020, to support the efforts of medical and emergency personnel in the face of the coronavirus. (Michael S. Lockett | Juneau Empire)

Coming in hot: Juneau gathers to watch Air Force flyover

The aircraft flew low down the Gastineau Channel.

C-17 Globemaster III cargo planes from Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson performed a flyby over Juneau on May 15, 2020, to support the efforts of medical and emergency personnel in the face of the coronavirus. (Michael S. Lockett | Juneau Empire)
Michael S. Lockett | Juneau Empire Many restaurants and eateries in Juneau have had to refit to deal with the new realities of the coronavirus. Deckhand Dave’s is one of those, reopening on May 15, 2020.

What’s cookin’? Restaurants around town adjust to ultra-hygienic new normal

No touch, no problem from farm to front door.

Michael S. Lockett | Juneau Empire Many restaurants and eateries in Juneau have had to refit to deal with the new realities of the coronavirus. Deckhand Dave’s is one of those, reopening on May 15, 2020.
Juneau man sues state over coronavirus relief distribution

Juneau man sues state over coronavirus relief distribution

“It’s not aspirational.”

Juneau man sues state over coronavirus relief distribution
This photo shows the Trans-Alaska pipeline and pump station north of Fairbanks, Alaska. The future of Alaska’s unique program of paying residents an annual check is in question, with oil prices low and an economy struggling during the coronavirus pandemic. (AP Photo | Al Grillo, File)

Low oil prices and coronavirus fallout mean PFD could be at risk

Without cuts or new revenue, there’s a real possibility the program could go away, an economist said.

This photo shows the Trans-Alaska pipeline and pump station north of Fairbanks, Alaska. The future of Alaska’s unique program of paying residents an annual check is in question, with oil prices low and an economy struggling during the coronavirus pandemic. (AP Photo | Al Grillo, File)
New bills could bring more coronavirus relief money, spending flexibility

New bills could bring more coronavirus relief money, spending flexibility

A change is gonna come.

New bills could bring more coronavirus relief money, spending flexibility
Brushes with greatness: Juneau students earn recognition in national art competition

Brushes with greatness: Juneau students earn recognition in national art competition

Students brought home gold medals and an American Vision Award.

Brushes with greatness: Juneau students earn recognition in national art competition
Patrick Kearney gathers for a rally against the Pebble Mine in front of Sen. Lisa Murkowski’s Juneau office on Tuesday. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

Opinion: Pebble Mine process should pause to give virus full focus

It is inappropriate in this time to have to be vigilant in following the permitting process.

  • May 13, 2020
  • By Melanie Brow
Patrick Kearney gathers for a rally against the Pebble Mine in front of Sen. Lisa Murkowski’s Juneau office on Tuesday. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)
CARES Act money is coming, but use is still unclear

CARES Act money is coming, but use is still unclear

Congress could change the rules.

CARES Act money is coming, but use is still unclear
The Alaska State Capitol. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire File) The Alaska State Capitol. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire File)

Legislative committee agrees to plans for coronavirus aid

Decision came Monday night.

  • May 12, 2020
  • Associated Press
The Alaska State Capitol. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire File) The Alaska State Capitol. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire File)
Work on federal allocations goes into the evening

Work on federal allocations goes into the evening

Big implications for unprecedent times.

Work on federal allocations goes into the evening
Opinion: What’s happening to substance abuse amid COVID-19

Opinion: What’s happening to substance abuse amid COVID-19

Substance abuse still merits attention.

  • May 11, 2020
  • By Joseph Kertis
Opinion: What’s happening to substance abuse amid COVID-19
Living & Growing: A prayer for us going through the coronavirus crisis

Living & Growing: A prayer for us going through the coronavirus crisis

Lord, we are so thankful for your love for us. And I am so thankful that you have all things under control. When our lives… Continue reading

  • May 10, 2020
  • By Daniel Wiese For the Juneau Empire
Living & Growing: A prayer for us going through the coronavirus crisis
This photo shows the U.S. Food and Drug Administration building behind FDA logos at a bus stop on the agency’s campus in Silver Spring, Md. U.S. regulators have approved a new type of coronavirus test that administration officials have touted as a key to opening up the country. The Food and Drug Administration on Saturday, May 9, 2020, announced emergency authorization for antigen tests developed by Quidel Corp. of San Diego. The test can rapidly detect fragments of virus proteins in samples collected from swabs inside the nasal cavity, the FDA said in a statement. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin, File)

New coronavirus antigen test with fast results approved

U.S. regulators have approved a new type of coronavirus test.

This photo shows the U.S. Food and Drug Administration building behind FDA logos at a bus stop on the agency’s campus in Silver Spring, Md. U.S. regulators have approved a new type of coronavirus test that administration officials have touted as a key to opening up the country. The Food and Drug Administration on Saturday, May 9, 2020, announced emergency authorization for antigen tests developed by Quidel Corp. of San Diego. The test can rapidly detect fragments of virus proteins in samples collected from swabs inside the nasal cavity, the FDA said in a statement. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin, File)
Courtesy photo | Kaia Rongstad Personnel at Northland Audiology and Hearing Services demonstrates a new style of mask that allows the hearing-impared to see the user’s mouth, facilitating communication.

Read my lips: Local company designs PPE for the hearing-impaired

The specialized PPE is allowing audiologists to reopen

Courtesy photo | Kaia Rongstad Personnel at Northland Audiology and Hearing Services demonstrates a new style of mask that allows the hearing-impared to see the user’s mouth, facilitating communication.
Opinion: The news media Alaskans trusted

Opinion: The news media Alaskans trusted

We’ll be better off continuing to trust Alaska’s news media rather than divisive national voices.

  • May 9, 2020
  • By Rich Moniak
Opinion: The news media Alaskans trusted
Wary but accepting, city leaders mull reopening

Wary but accepting, city leaders mull reopening

There are concerns about gatherings and bars.

Wary but accepting, city leaders mull reopening
Increased demand may put capacity to the test

Increased demand may put capacity to the test

Opening many services may over-stress testing capability.

Increased demand may put capacity to the test
Dunleavy unveils next phase of reopening

Dunleavy unveils next phase of reopening

Social distancing is still a must.

Dunleavy unveils next phase of reopening
In this file photo from May 9, 2019, former Gov. Frank Murkowski speaks on a range of subjects during an interview with the Juneau Empire. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire File)

Why we need to rethink where Taiwan fits into the global order

Our policies have not kept pace with the reality that Taiwan is now a free and democratic nation.

  • May 6, 2020
  • By Frank Murkowski
In this file photo from May 9, 2019, former Gov. Frank Murkowski speaks on a range of subjects during an interview with the Juneau Empire. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire File)