Juneau is a refuge for humpback whale moms and their calves, but the sheer number of whale watching boats may be harming them.
Alix Soliman
Climate & Environment Reporter, KTOO
“I write stories that shine a light on environmental problems and solutions. In the words of Rachel Carson, ‘The public must decide whether it wishes to continue on the present road, and it can do so only when in full possession of the facts.’”
When Alix isn’t asking questions, you can find her hiking, climbing or buried in a good book.
Juneau Assembly approves Mendenhall River levee extension
This comes after new inundation maps were released last week, showing how the levee should work during future floods.
New flood models show how Mendenhall River levee should work during next glacial outburst
The maps show that the levee would protect Mendenhall Valley residents against a flood of the same magnitude as last year. City officials say the levee would effectively push water into a western floodplain where nobody lives.
Mendenhall River levee plaintiffs say they want compensation after judge blocks stop work order
After a judge denied a motion to halt construction on Stephen Bower’s property, the case enters a new phase with an additional plaintiff.
Juneau just had its fourth rainiest April on record
The capital city saw 6.12 inches of rain across 26 days last month, meaning residents experienced just four dry days.
Alaska could lose a beloved climate communicator if NOAA cuts happen
The draft cuts would eliminate several research institutes the agency funds in Alaska, including the one where Rick Thoman works.