We take our public mission seriously and instead of scaling back during these uncertain times, we are ramping up.
Jennifer Pemberton
Managing Editor, KTOO
I bring stories from the community into the KTOO newsroom so that all of our reporting matters. I want to hear my community’s struggles and its wins reflected in our coverage. Does our reporting reflect your experience in Juneau?
Stock up on books: Juneau’s public libraries close for 2 weeks in response to coronavirus
A lot of people were at the library Sunday to stock up on books. Potentially, they’ll be stuck at home, due to workplace and school closures taking effect Monday morning.
Quieter than expected start to Alaska cruise season as Princess and Viking suspend operations
Princess Cruises will cancel all sailings until May 2020. Some trips already sailing will be cut short.
Special program: Coronavirus questions and concerns for Juneau
KTOO News hosted a special program on coronavirus, answering questions about school closures, cruise ships, hospital preparations and more.
Newscast – Monday, Feb. 24, 2020
In this newscast: Juneau’s Foodland store was evacuated for a gas leak, warm ocean temperatures are coming faster than scientists thought, AK House Republicans have voted to confirm Rep. Tammie Wilson’s replacement, and Alaska’s geoduck clam fishery remains closed during coronavirus outbreak
Newscast – Friday, Feb. 21, 2020
In this newscast: Signature gathering for the campaign to recall Gov. Mike Dunleavy is about to begin, the Mendenhall Glacier Visitor Center is getting closer to being updated, REAL ID’s are a REAL hassle for rural Alaskans, and Ketchikan’s city council isn’t excited about the state’s plans to replace the Ocean Rangers.