Nearly 80 people signed up to share their two cents on the city’s proposed budget as the Assembly deliberates a list of more than 40 service cuts and facility closures due to a budget shortfall.
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.
Juneau voters chose to cut local taxes last election. Now, some residents want them back.
Two separate proposed citizen propositions would restore some of the city funding lost as a result of last year’s local election.
Juneau’s first cruise ship of 2026 kicks off first year of daily passenger limits
The capital city is expected to see about 1.69 million passengers arrive on ships between now and Oct. 6.
Juneau Assembly begins to grapple with list of dozens of proposed city service cuts and closures
The list was released Monday and includes items like closing the Dimond Park Field House, one of Juneau’s two pools, and the Juneau-Douglas City Museum.
Investigation underway to determine cause of recent Ward Air plane crash near Juneau
The plane is currently at the bottom of Favorite Channel and it’s unclear if it can be recovered.
The first cruise ship of Juneau’s 2026 tourism season arrives Monday. Here’s what to know.
KTOO’s Clarise Larson sat down with the city’s Visitor Industry Director Alix Pierce to learn more about what’s in store this season.