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This is a police car. It has always been a police car.

Police calls for Thursday, Nov. 4, 2020

This report contains public information from law enforcement and public safety agencies.

This is a police car. It has always been a police car.
Election challengers observe as ballots are counted at the central counting board, Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2020, in Detroit. (AP Photo / Carlos Osorio)

Election officials scramble to count ballots in key states

Still no call, but here’s the latest.

Election challengers observe as ballots are counted at the central counting board, Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2020, in Detroit. (AP Photo / Carlos Osorio)
This 2020 electron microscope image provided by the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases - Rocky Mountain Laboratories shows SARS-CoV-2 virus particles which causes COVID-19, isolated from a patient in the U.S., emerging from the surface of cells cultured in a lab. On Monday, Oct. 5, 2020, the top U.S. public health agency said that coronavirus can spread greater distances through the air than 6 feet, particularly in poorly ventilated and enclosed spaces. But agency officials continued to say such spread is uncommon, and current social distancing guidelines still make sense. (NIAID-RML via AP)

COVID at a glance

The most recent state and local numbers.

This 2020 electron microscope image provided by the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases - Rocky Mountain Laboratories shows SARS-CoV-2 virus particles which causes COVID-19, isolated from a patient in the U.S., emerging from the surface of cells cultured in a lab. On Monday, Oct. 5, 2020, the top U.S. public health agency said that coronavirus can spread greater distances through the air than 6 feet, particularly in poorly ventilated and enclosed spaces. But agency officials continued to say such spread is uncommon, and current social distancing guidelines still make sense. (NIAID-RML via AP)
Chester County, Pa. election workers process mail-in and absentee ballots for the 2020 general election in the United States at West Chester University, Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2020, in West Chester, Pa. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

Biden wins Michigan, Wisconsin, now on brink of White House

Counting continues day after Election Day.

Chester County, Pa. election workers process mail-in and absentee ballots for the 2020 general election in the United States at West Chester University, Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2020, in West Chester, Pa. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

Death Notice: Deborah Jane Henry

Deborah Jane Henry, 73, died Oct. 10, 2020, in Anchorage.

The author was in the right place, but at the wrong time. This typifies his rut hunting program. (Jeff Lund / For the Juneau Empire)

I Went To The Woods: Growing as a hunter

Romanticizing the storm.

The author was in the right place, but at the wrong time. This typifies his rut hunting program. (Jeff Lund / For the Juneau Empire)
David Kingeistí Katzeek, a Tlingit elder who helps with Tlingit Culture, Language and Literacy program, speaks during a program open house, Monday, April 22, 2019. (Ben Hohenstatt | Juneau Empire)
Capital City Weekly

Traditional memorial ceremony to be held virtually

It will be livestreamed and open to the public.

David Kingeistí Katzeek, a Tlingit elder who helps with Tlingit Culture, Language and Literacy program, speaks during a program open house, Monday, April 22, 2019. (Ben Hohenstatt | Juneau Empire)
This photo shows an encaustic piece titled “Sentinels” by Michelle Morrell. I couldn’t damped the reds in the photo. It depicts the old Aurora Harbor breakwater that was replaced last winter. (Courtesy Image / Michelle Morrell)
Capital City Weekly

First Friday: Encaustics, chai tea and more await

Here’s what’s happening on Friday, Nov. 6

This photo shows an encaustic piece titled “Sentinels” by Michelle Morrell. I couldn’t damped the reds in the photo. It depicts the old Aurora Harbor breakwater that was replaced last winter. (Courtesy Image / Michelle Morrell)
This is a police car. It has always been a police car.

Police calls for Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2020

This report contains public information from law enforcement and public safety agencies.

This is a police car. It has always been a police car.
Bunchberries grow on old stumps in Wrangell. (Vivian Faith Prescott / For the Capital City Weekly)
Capital City Weekly

Planet Alaska: The bunchberry yoik

Yes, they’re photogenic, but what I like best is you can still find bunchberries to eat in October.

Bunchberries grow on old stumps in Wrangell. (Vivian Faith Prescott / For the Capital City Weekly)
A voter fills out their ballot in the Thunder Mountain High School gymnasium on Tuesday, Nov. 3. Election officials said early turnout was steady but slightly slower than in past years--perhaps due to a surge in early voting within the precinct. (Ben Hohenstatt / Juneau Empire)

State of Alaska releases unofficial results

It’s still very early in the count.

A voter fills out their ballot in the Thunder Mountain High School gymnasium on Tuesday, Nov. 3. Election officials said early turnout was steady but slightly slower than in past years--perhaps due to a surge in early voting within the precinct. (Ben Hohenstatt / Juneau Empire)

Death Notice: Amy O’Mara

Amy O’Mara died peacefully in her sleep on October 30, 2020. Her love and wisdom were gifts delightfully shared, and she is missed beyond words.… Continue reading

Alyse Galvin emerges from the voting booth after casting her early vote Friday, Oct. 30, 2020, in Anchorage, Alaska. Galvin, an independent, is trying to unseat U.S. Rep. Don Young, Alaska’s sole member of the U.S. House and in office since 1973. (AP Photo/Mark Thiessen)

Contentious congressional races to be closely watched

A look at races for the U.S. House of Representative and Senate on Election Day.

Alyse Galvin emerges from the voting booth after casting her early vote Friday, Oct. 30, 2020, in Anchorage, Alaska. Galvin, an independent, is trying to unseat U.S. Rep. Don Young, Alaska’s sole member of the U.S. House and in office since 1973. (AP Photo/Mark Thiessen)
In our area, beach pea and lupines, such as the ones shown in this photo, have Rhizobia nodules. These nodules are induced by the bacteria in response to chemical triggers from the plant. These bacteria can only fix nitrogen when with a suitable host. (Pixabay / Markéta Machová)

On the Trails: Digging into the underground ecosystem

It’s an ecosystem that’s not as well-studied as some others but surely has many interesting stories.

In our area, beach pea and lupines, such as the ones shown in this photo, have Rhizobia nodules. These nodules are induced by the bacteria in response to chemical triggers from the plant. These bacteria can only fix nitrogen when with a suitable host. (Pixabay / Markéta Machová)
This is a police car.

Police calls for Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2020

This report contains public information from law enforcement and public safety agencies.

This is a police car.
Alaska U.S. Senate candidate Al Gross speaks to supporters at an event at a downtown park in Juneau, Alaska, on Saturday, Oct. 31, 2020, as his wife, Monica Gross, at right, looks on. The event, held on a rainy, windy morning, is among those Gross is holding in the lead-up to the Nov. 3, 2020, general election, in which Gross, an independent running with Democratic backing, is facing Republican U.S. Sen. Dan Sullivan. (AP Photo / Becky Bohrer)

Senate campaigns make last push for votes in Alaska

Race has been heated in recent weeks.

Alaska U.S. Senate candidate Al Gross speaks to supporters at an event at a downtown park in Juneau, Alaska, on Saturday, Oct. 31, 2020, as his wife, Monica Gross, at right, looks on. The event, held on a rainy, windy morning, is among those Gross is holding in the lead-up to the Nov. 3, 2020, general election, in which Gross, an independent running with Democratic backing, is facing Republican U.S. Sen. Dan Sullivan. (AP Photo / Becky Bohrer)
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Opinion: May we have a return to civility, tolerance and respect

When I think of the millions spent on ads, I think of the good that money could have done…

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U.S. Sen. Dan Sullivan, R-Alaska, speaks during an interview with the Juneau Empire at the Alaska State Capitol in February 2019. (Michael Penn / Juneau Empire File)

Opinion: I’ve worked with and support Dan Sullivan

Dan was instrumental in spearheading the “Choose Respect” initiative.

U.S. Sen. Dan Sullivan, R-Alaska, speaks during an interview with the Juneau Empire at the Alaska State Capitol in February 2019. (Michael Penn / Juneau Empire File)
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Opinion: Ballot Measure 1 deserves our support

Ballot Measure 1 doesn’t solve all oil tax law problems, but it definitely makes it better.

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Dr. Al Gross is an undated photo provided by the campaign. Gross has gained national attention as a strong contender to oust incumbent Sen. Dan Sullivan in the 2020 Senate race. (Courtesy photo / Dr. Al Gross for U.S. Senate)

Opinion: Opportunity to improve Alaskan’s lives is in front of us

“I can say unequivocally that Al Gross will be the champion that Alaska needs in the U.S. Senate.”

Dr. Al Gross is an undated photo provided by the campaign. Gross has gained national attention as a strong contender to oust incumbent Sen. Dan Sullivan in the 2020 Senate race. (Courtesy photo / Dr. Al Gross for U.S. Senate)