Several downtown storefronts closed for the day while others took a stance in other ways.
Juneau
Under Dunleavy proposal, Juneau residents might pay sales tax on food and utilities again
Gov. Mike Dunleavy recently proposed a statewide sales tax in his fiscal plan meant to stabilize the state’s finances this legislative session, which would override Juneau’s local exemptions.
Juneau Assembly asks View Drive residents to help pay for their own buyout after years of outburst flooding
The city sent an informal ballot and letter to homeowners Wednesday to see if they’ll give up hundreds of thousands from their home payout to leave the cul-de-sac.
Juneau residents call to defund ICE at rally downtown following killings in Minnesota
More than 200 people joined the rally outside the courthouse downtown.
Budding Juneau muralists learn the ins and outs of public art through new workshop
Murals will soon adorn the Marine View parking garage near the cruise ship docks as part of a project that teaches artists about the legal and creative sides of mural making.
It could be weeks before Juneau residents can recycle again
The city recycling center remains closed due to multiple issues with its baler. City officials say it could take weeks before it’s repaired.