In this newscast: Survivors can now track evidence kits used in their sexual assault cases through a new Alaska Department of Public Safety system The first opening in the summer king salmon troll fishery saw more chinook land than expected The state ferry board’s 20-year plan includes three new ferries in the next four years…
Katie Anastas
Local News Reporter, KTOO
Curious Juneau: Why does Alaska’s Capitol building have a ground floor?
When Americans walk into a multi-story building, they’d usually say they’re on the first floor. Not in the lobby of Alaska’s Capitol building.
As Mendenhall Glacier hits tour capacity, Juneau visitors are opting for the city bus
With tour bus visits to the Mendenhall Glacier sold out halfway through the season, tourists are increasingly using the city bus to get to and from Juneau’s top destination.
Juneau’s new assisted living complex helps meet senior housing need
Finding housing in Juneau is hard. It can be even harder for seniors who want to stay in Juneau but need a bit more care.
Juneau elementary school students will have early dismissal on Mondays next year
According to a plan approved by the school board on Tuesday, elementary schools will release students at 2 p.m., and optional programs will get out at 2:30 p.m.
Loren Jones to replace Carole Triem on Juneau Assembly until October
When Jones first ran for the Assembly in 2011, he cited shrinking landfill space, affordable housing and health care services as top priorities.