Ten boats sank in Juneau harbors during the intense winter storms that struck at the beginning of the year. The city is still dealing with the aftermath.
Public Safety
Deadline to apply for October 2025 storm relief extended to April 3
The April 3 deadline applies to individual assistance through FEMA, the state, and for federal Small Business Administration loans.
Alaska legislator’s chief of staff arrested on child sex crime charges
Federal agents arrested Craig Scott Valdez, 36, early Friday in Juneau, according to court documents.
Law enforcement mask ban gets support in public hearing, opposition from Anchorage police chief
Juneau Rep. Sara Hannan’s House Bill 250 seeks to ban anyone acting as a law enforcement officer in Alaska from wearing a mask while on duty — including federal, state and local agents.
Hoonah’s new police chief wants to focus on trust and transparency
James Beck’s hiring comes after the former chief alleged he was fired because he began investigating domestic violence and sexual assault complaints made against some city leaders.
State to host virtual meeting on plan to improve safety at dangerous Juneau intersection
The intersection at Yandukin Drive and Egan Drive near Fred Meyer and has long been one of Juneau’s most accident-prone areas.