Political newcomer Rob Edwardson defeated Juneau Assemblywoman Debbie White in a major upset. The two other incumbents secured their seats for another three years.
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Voting begins in Juneau municipal elections
All 13 polling precincts are open as voters cast ballots in the Juneau municipal elections. Voters with questions of where to vote can call 1-888-383-8683 before polls close at 8 p.m.
Newscast — Friday, Sept. 29, 2017
In this newscast: Walker administration rejects teens’ climate change petition Police: 31-year-old Juneau woman caught trying to smuggle contraband into prison Invasive species hitchhiked to Alaska on 2011 tsunami Alaska Municipal League urges Legislature to get ‘er done
How Juneau Assembly candidates are doing — by the numbers
Filings a week before the Oct. 3 local election show who’s supporting which candidates. It also shows how much they’ve spent and how much cash remains on hand.
Can Juneau handle 1.5 million cruise ship visitors? Docks and Harbors says it’s time to plan
An economic study commissioned by Juneau’s Docks and Harbors projects 1.5 million cruise ship visitors in 10 years. The city is developing an urban plan for the downtown waterfront as visitors numbers increase.
Black bear found killed behind Mendenhall Mall
Alaska Wildlife Troopers are investigating the death of a black bear found behind the Mendenhall Mall. Investigators suspect the unlawful killing is related to ongoing trash issue in the area.