The exercise is meant to prepare Alaska cities to respond to emergencies of national significance.
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.
New totem pole honors Hoonah’s fishing heritage
The totem pole, called a Kootéeyaa in Lingít, was designed and raised to honor the community’s rich fishing history and traditions.
Juneau Assembly considers ranked choice voting system for local elections
Alaska uses a ranked choice voting system for statewide elections. This October’s local election will not use a ranked choice voting system, even if members adopt the proposed ordinance before then.
Hoonah’s police chief resigned. Then he was fired.
Former chief says he was pushed out of his role because he began investigating complaints of misconduct against some city leaders.
Cost of living initiatives fall short on signatures to make Juneau’s local ballot
The three petitions seek to cap the local property tax rate, remove sales tax on food and utilities, and make in-person voting the default again in Juneau’s local elections. Advocates will get another 10 days to get the remaining signatures.
Juneau’s Joann store closes its doors
In March, the company announced it would be closing all of its nearly 800 stores nationwide and going out of business.