Russia has been banned from the upcoming winter Olympics in South Korea. The International Olympic Committee made the announcement Dec. 5 at a news conference.
Alcohol & Substance Abuse
Juneau’s Housing First medical clinic comes online
Juneau’s Housing First apartment complex is how fully staffed and functional. The apartment complex’s downstairs clinic opened Monday afternoon and admitted its first tenant for a medical exam.
Alaska DOC commissioner wants to stop easy access of illegal drugs in prisons
It’s easy to access illegal drugs in prison in Alaska, Department of Corrections says. Commissioner Dean Williams says his department is trying to stop it.
Juneau police probe death at Rainforest Recovery Center
Rainforest Recovery Center staff picked up Steven Jay West, 57, who though intoxicated, was described as “walking and talking” in the downtown area. A few hours later he was found dead.
Government database aims to slow opioid crisis in Alaska
A state program is tackling the opioid epidemic in Alaska, but some worry it could have negative side effects.
Reaching out to youth where they are
Alaska Youth Advocates have been connecting with youth on the streets of Anchorage and helping them find resources for 25 years.