The petition is called “Stop the Bulldozers on Telephone Hill.” The city plans to demolish the houses on the hill in December to make way for newer, denser housing in response to the city’s housing crunch.
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.
Final Juneau election results show seasonal sales tax fails, tax cut measures pass
Propositions 1 and 2 passed while Proposition 3 failed and District 2 Assembly candidate Nano Brooks ousted longtime incumbent Wade Bryson from his seat.
Will Juneau regulate short-term rentals any time soon? Probably not.
The mayor’s task force on short-term rentals wrapped up four months ago, but its findings offered no immediate recommendations on regulations or restrictions.
Newscast – Monday, Oct. 20, 2025
In this newscast: Alaska Federation of Natives delegates on Saturday called for an immediate emergency declaration from President Donald Trump – and more federal assistance for communities hit by the remnants of Typhoon Halong. It was one of dozens of resolutions passed on the final day of the AFN convention in Anchorage; Alaska Airlines is dropping its popular policy that allowed travelers flying within the state of Alaska to check three bags for free. The change will primarily impact non-Alaska residents; More than 1,500 Juneauites joined millions of people nationwide this weekend to partake in the second iteration of the No Kings protest against President Donald Trump’s policies and actions; Alaska Congressman Nick Begich on Saturday delivered his first address to the Alaska Federation of Natives since being sworn in this year; As residents boarded air transports out of Kipnuk Wednesday, they were leaving what remained of their houses, belongings, and ancestral homeland behind. For many, that list also included their dogs. A Bethel-based nonprofit sprang into action to rescue the pets.
Protesters in Juneau decry Trump administration policies at weekend ‘No Kings’ rally
Saturday’s gathering was the latest wave of the nationwide No Kings protest. It’s estimated more than 2,500 events were held across the country in every state this past weekend – including more than a dozen Alaska communities.
Juneau’s cold weather emergency shelter opens for the winter season
The shelter accepts anyone who comes in search of a place to sleep, as long as they aren’t disruptive to other patrons. It’s a stopgap solution and meant to be a last resort for people to go for the night when the weather gets cold.