From Friday through Sunday, 4,447 new cases were reported statewide, down about 23% from this time last week. Hospital data shows 154 people hospitalized with COVID-19, including 8 people on ventilators.
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Family and colleagues remember Juneau pediatrician who died scuba diving
Family and colleagues of Dr. Kimberly Kilgore say she will be remembered for her whole-hearted approach to life and work.
Recognized for public service, Juneau police chief reflects on career and changes in policing
Juneau’s Chief of Police Ed Mercer is the city’s first Alaska Native police chief. He’s been with the Juneau Police Department for more than 20 years and has been the chief since 2017.
Why are some of Juneau’s street lights glowing purple?
Some Juneau residents have noticed street lights with a purple glow popping up around town. A KTOO listener asked why.
Riverbend Elementary staff settle into their new teaching spaces
“The beauty of coming back together, no matter the space is that everyone wants to make it work,” Riverbend Elementary School teacher Lindsay Baranovic said.
Alaska’s only Arctic deep draft port will get hundreds of millions of dollars from infrastructure bill
Alaska’s congressional delegation announced on Jan. 19 that the Port of Nome will receive a quarter of a billion dollars for future construction.