There’s nothing in JPD’s policies that says when footage must be released to the public. Juneau residents have been advocating for that to change following two deadly shootings by officers last year.
Public Safety
Family and friends mourn Inupiaq artist and Homer pilot killed in plane crash
The plane crashed near Nanwalek on the southern Kenai Peninsula.
Juneau’s firefighters union warns of delays due to ongoing staffing shortage
The warning comes as the union negotiates wages with the City and Borough of Juneau and as the busy summer tourism season ramps up.
Jury finds ‘The New York Times’ did not libel former Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin
A jury concluded that The New York Times did not libel former Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin, who had argued that an error in a 2017 Times editorial damaged her reputation.
Juneau swim class teaches parents and babies water safety skills
The city of Juneau expanded its Parent and Tot swim class offerings this spring.
Trial again delayed in sexual assault case against former Juneau chiropractor
The trial was scheduled to start this week, but was pushed back at a pre-trial conference because a member of the defense team is having severe health issues.