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Police calls for Thursday, Feb. 20, 2020

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Police calls for Thursday, Feb. 20, 2020

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Homing pigeons use magnetic sense to locate their home roost.

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It’s magnetic: How animals use their senses to find home

A real-life function of magnetic sense is known in many animals.

Police calls for Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2020

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Police calls for Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2020

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In this March 26 file photo, protesters unfurl a banner as Gov. Mike Dunleavy speaks during a roadshow with Americans for Prosperity in 49th State Brewing Company in Anchorage. The group opposing an effort to recall Alaska Gov. Mike Dunleavy plans to drop its court fight and instead gear up for a possible recall election. Stand Tall With Mike said Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2020, that it told its attorneys to withdraw its appeal before the Alaska Supreme Court. The group says recent court actions indicate that continuing to pursue the case in court would not be a productive use of resources. (Bill Roth | Anchorage Daily News via AP)

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Dunleavy recall opponents plan to drop court fight

Opponents will attempt to sway the possible recall election.

Juneau guides help film crew capture something never seen before on film: wolves catching salmon at night

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Juneau guides help film crew capture something never seen before on film: wolves catching salmon at night

They found themselves sitting in the dark, surrounded by wolves.

Opinion: The salmon way is worth fighting for

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Opinion: The salmon way is worth fighting for

Alaska is our country’s last salmon state.

This Toxics Release Inventory map included in the Environmental Protection Agency’s annual TRI analysis shows facilities throughout the state that reported the release of toxic chemicals to the EPA. Releases include permitted releases and movement of waste rock. (Courtesy Photo | Environmental Protection Agency)

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Opinion: Red Dog has strong environmental track record

Every year the EPA issues its annual Toxic Release (TRI) Inventory, and every year it creates confusion and…

Police calls for Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2020

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Police calls for Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2020

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Auke Bay biz receives sustainable certification, Four As gets new executive director

Neighbors recognitions for the week of Feb. 16, 2020.

In this file photo from May 2017, survivors, friends and family visit the Funter Bay internment camp where of hundreds of Aleutian and Pribiloff Island Alaska Natives were held during WWII. The group commemorated the 75th anniversary of the internment by installing a “healing cross” at the grave site of those who perished during their years of internment. (Kevin Gullufsen | Juneau Empire File)

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Opinion: Sacred histories in war’s cemeteries

We study history to avoid the mistakes of the past.

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Auto transport offers student scholarship

Neighbors news in brief.

Opinion: Support the Voting Rights Advancement Act of 2019

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Opinion: Support the Voting Rights Advancement Act of 2019

The VRAA has not yet been brought to the Senate floor for debate.

In this Jan. 18 photo, George Chakuchin, left, and Mick Chakuchin walk on ice over the Bering Sea in Toksook Bay, Alaska. Motor vehicle offices across the U.S. have experienced high demand as an Oct. 1 deadline approaches for Real IDs, special licenses many will need to board domestic flights and enter military bases and some federal buildings, but in remote parts of the country, like rural Alaska, those ID cards may be harder to get. (AP Photo | Gregory Bull)

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In Alaska, rural living complicates access to Real ID

In remote parts of the country, such as rural Alaska, the new ID cards can be harder to…

Police calls for Sunday, Feb. 16, 2020

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Police calls for Sunday, Feb. 16, 2020

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Sundogs, light pillars enliven the dog days

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Sundogs, light pillars enliven the dog days

There are some rewards that come with cold, clear skies.

President Donald Trump speaks during a meeting with Ecuadorian President Lenin Moreno in the Oval Office of the White House, Wednesday in Washington. (AP Photo | Evan Vucci)

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Opinion: Disintegration of America’s democracy

Trump is oblivious to the consequences of any of his statements or actions.

President Donald Trump speaks during a meeting with Ecuadorian President Lenin Moreno in the Oval Office of the White House, Wednesday in Washington. (AP Photo | Evan Vucci)

Letters to the Editor

Opinion: Our senators should stand up for us

Letters to the Editor.

Opinion: We need to talk and listen

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Opinion: We need to talk and listen

Like the crew of the Titanic, I see a dangerous iceberg straight ahead.

Police calls for Friday, Feb. 14, 2020

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Police calls for Friday, Feb. 14, 2020

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Alaska court allows recall group to begin next phase

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Alaska court allows recall group to begin next phase

Signature collecting can begin.