The terms of the settlement are confidential, but some effects of it may become public.
Business
No relief coming for Juneau electric customers’ damages after two power surges, AEL&P says
Debbie Driscoll from AEL&P said Juneau’s been hit by unusually bad storms and icing conditions since the fall, though she understands customers’ frustration.
Ketchikan businesses reckon with another summer without cruise ships
Some Ketchikan businesses managed to limp through 2020 but wonder how they’ll survive a second season without cruise visitors.
LISTEN: What another summer without cruise ships could mean for Alaska’s economy
Economist Mouhcine Guettabi says the tourism industry will eventually recover, and it’s important to help businesses survive to see that happen.
Small cruise ships are coming to Southeast Alaska, but not all passengers will get to mingle and shop in towns
A handful of smaller, boutique cruises plan to sail this year, but not all of them plan to allow passengers to stop in towns.
Juneau Assembly mulls partial fireworks ban and outlawing sales
Juneau Assembly member Michelle Hale helped write the draft fireworks ordinance. She said she really wants to target the booming, concussive fireworks.