Opinion
Opinion: The fight to improve public education has just begun
We owe our children more than what the system is currently offering
News
Ships in port for the week of July 16
This information comes from the Cruise Line Agencies of Alaska’s 2025 schedule. Capacity figures in parenthesis were pulled…
News
Police calls for Monday, July 14, 2025
This report contains public information from law enforcement and public safety agencies.
Neighbors
About 50 people from the Yukon and Skagway attend border rally
Aim of rally in the White Pass was the promotion of Canada-United States friendship and good relations
Opinion
My Turn: Claiming the flag on the Fourth of July
Now, here cheering the flag were other immigrants with an uncertain future. What were they cheering about?
Neighbors
Cooking for Pleasure: Three layers of sweetness
These bar cookies combine layers or shortbread, chocolate and toasted nuts
Neighbors
Living and Growing: Historic Russian-American icons receive 1st restoration in 130 years
When that rare Juneau sunlight hit the canvas, St. Nicholas came to life, and swam in it
Neighbors
Salmon State: A healing center for Kake
The center will be open to attendees from all Southeast Alaska communities, especially rural ones.
News
Alaska’s oldest original lighthouse will celebrate 120 years next summer
Eldred Rock Lighthouse seeks more volunteers
Opinion
Opinion: Mistaking flattery for respect
Last Monday, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu nominated President Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize. “It’s well…
News
Empire Archives: Juneau’s history for the week ending July 12
Three decades of capital city coverage
News
School board allocates extra state funds
More state funds available, but funding issues and federal uncertainty abound
Opinion
My Turn: When a writer’s courage against antisemitism shook a nation
Courage is doing what is necessary even when it’s difficult or scary.
Opinion
My Turn: Murkowski bought time for a new governor to do better
The senator said she added a provision that delays new federal penalties on Alaska for its high error…
Opinion
My Turn: At least you feel bad about the bill
Sen. Murkowski, you cannot say you voted with Alaskans in mind.
Opinion
My Turn: The millions add up. CBJ, get a grip on spending.
Ignoring essential basic services while spending money on projects and services that few want or need doesn’t make…
Sports
On The Trails: Some early summer observations
At the very end of June, with just one monster cruise ship in, a friend and I ventured…
Opinion
My Turn: Cutting Medicaid hurts Alaska’s small villages and our children
Without Medicaid, I couldn’t afford the doctor visits, surgeries, medications, and hospital stays that have kept me healthy…
News
Master Gardeners Tour showcases excellence in landscaping
Annual fundraising event features gardens on 11 properties
