Juneau’s City Manager Katie Koester shared the news at a Juneau Assembly committee meeting Monday night. She called the Army Corps’ change of position deeply frustrating.
Clarise Larson
City Government Reporter, KTOO
"My mission is to hold Juneau’s elected officials accountable for their actions and how their decisions impact the lives of the people they represent. It’s rooted in the belief that an informed public has the power to make positive change."
When Clarise isn't working, you can find her skijoring with her dog, Bloon, or climbing up walls at the Rock Dump.
Is this empty gravel lot about to become downtown Juneau’s newest tourist attraction?
The development would include three large interactive theaters/rides, a retail store and some office space.
Newscast: Thursday, Feb. 19, 2026
In this newscast: After multiple weeks of being closed, Juneau’s recycling center is back up and running at a limited capacity; U.S. Sen. Dan Sullivan bristled at the suggestion that he only defends the Trump administration. In his annual address to the Alaska Legislature Wednesday he also slammed national Democrats as bent on ruining Alaska; Immigration enforcement agents swarmed a Soldotna home Tuesday morning and took a family of four, including a kindergartner, into custody; A 17th candidate has announced she’s running for governor; If you’ve noticed you’re paying more for a cup of coffee these days, you’re not alone. Bean prices have been extremely volatile in recent years. Then, came President Trump’s sweeping reciprocal tariffs, which the White House removed on some agricultural products, including coffee, in November.
Juneau’s recycling center to open at limited capacity after weekslong closure
The center will begin accepting only cardboard and mixed paper, and only for this Friday and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
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.