ORCA Adaptive Snowsports Program staff member Izzy Barnwell shows a man how to use the bi-ski. (SAIL courtesy photo)

Adaptive snow sports demo slides to Eaglecrest

Southeast Alaska Independent Living will be hosting Learn to Adapt Day on Feb. 21.

 

Cars drive aboard the Alaska Marine Highway System ferry Hubbard on June 25, 2023, in Haines. (Photo by James Brooks)

Alaska’s ferry system could run out of funding this summer due to ‘federal chaos problem’

A shift in state funding could help, but a big gap likely remains unless a key federal grant is issued.

  • Feb 3, 2026
  • By James Brooks Alaska Beacon

 

Photo by James Brooks/Alaska Beacon
U.S. Sen. Dan Sullivan stands with acting Coast Guard Commandant Adm. Kevin Lunday during the after the commissioning ceremony for the Coast Guard icebreaker Storis on Sunday, Aug. 10, 2025, in Juneau, Alaska.

Coast Guard’s new Juneau base may not be complete until 2029, commandant says

Top Coast Guard officer says he is considering whether to base four new icebreakers in Alaska.

  • Feb 3, 2026
  • By James Brooks Alaska Beacon

 

Students from the Tlingit Culture Language and Literacy program at Harborview Elementary School dance in front of elders during a program meeting in 2023. (Clarise Larson / Juneau Empire file photo)

Sealaska adds more free Tlingit language courses

The new course is one of many Tlingit language courses offered for free throughout the community.

Students from the Tlingit Culture Language and Literacy program at Harborview Elementary School dance in front of elders during a program meeting in 2023. (Clarise Larson / Juneau Empire file photo)
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New Juneau exhibition explores art as a function of cultural continuity

“Gestures of Our Rebel Bodies” will remain on display at Aan Hít through May.

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Juneau protestors urge lawmakers to defund Homeland Security after Minneapolis killings

Hundreds gathered hours before congressional delegation voted on whether to extend ICE funding.

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Kyle Khaayák'w Worl competes in the two-foot high kick at the 2020 Traditional Games. (Courtesy Photo / Sealaska Heritage Institute)

Registration opens for 2026 Traditional Games in Juneau

The ninth annual event will feature a college and career fair and international guest athletes.

Kyle Khaayák'w Worl competes in the two-foot high kick at the 2020 Traditional Games. (Courtesy Photo / Sealaska Heritage Institute)
Juneau School District Superintendent Frank Hauser provides an overview of restructuring options being considered during a Community Budget Input Session in 2024. (Mark Sabbatini / Juneau Empire file photo)

Juneau school district seeks public comment on superintendent search

The Juneau School District is in search of a new Superintendent ahead of the 2026-27 school year, and they are seeking public input on the… Continue reading

Juneau School District Superintendent Frank Hauser provides an overview of restructuring options being considered during a Community Budget Input Session in 2024. (Mark Sabbatini / Juneau Empire file photo)
The City and Borough of Juneau is at 5600 Tonsgard Ct. (City and Borough of Juneau photo)

Juneau recycling center closed, in need of repairs

The center is shut down due to mechanical issues with recycling equipment.

The City and Borough of Juneau is at 5600 Tonsgard Ct. (City and Borough of Juneau photo)
A statue of William Henry Seward stands outside the Dimond Courthouse in downtown Juneau. (Mark Sabbatini / Juneau Empire file photo)

Juneau man indicted on unclassified felony assault for Jan. 1 rape

Charging documents claim victim was left with soft-tissue swelling, larynx injury.

A statue of William Henry Seward stands outside the Dimond Courthouse in downtown Juneau. (Mark Sabbatini / Juneau Empire file photo)
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Members of the Juneau-Douglas High School: Yadaa.at Kalé chapter of Alaska Youth for Environmental Action gather outside the Alaska State Capitol building to protest the LNG pipeline on Jan. 24, 2026.

Juneau activists speak out against Alaska LNG pipeline on Capitol steps

“Alaska’s greatest resources aren’t just buried in the ground,” said protestor Atagan Hood.

Photos by Chloe Anderson / Juneau Empire
Members of the Juneau-Douglas High School: Yadaa.at Kalé chapter of Alaska Youth for Environmental Action gather outside the Alaska State Capitol building to protest the LNG pipeline on Jan. 24, 2026.
Gov. Mike Dunleavy gestures during his State of the State address on Jan. 22, 2026. (Photo by Corinne Smith/Alaska Beacon)

Alaska governor debuts fiscal plan, including statewide sales tax and guaranteed PFD

Gov. Dunleavy suggests 4% summer statewide sales tax, falling to 2% in winter; many municipal exemptions and caps would go away

Gov. Mike Dunleavy gestures during his State of the State address on Jan. 22, 2026. (Photo by Corinne Smith/Alaska Beacon)
Governor Dunleavy shakes hands with a representative as he exits from his final State of the State address on Thursday evening, Jan. 22, 2026. (Mari Kanagy/Juneau Empire)

State of the State: Dunleavy reveals snippets of a fiscal plan

Gov. Mike Dunleavy delivered his eighth and final State of the State address Thursday evening.

Governor Dunleavy shakes hands with a representative as he exits from his final State of the State address on Thursday evening, Jan. 22, 2026. (Mari Kanagy/Juneau Empire)
The Alaska Capitol is photographed Friday, July 11, 2025, in Juneau, Alaska. (Erin Thompson/Juneau Empire)

Streets to close Saturday for rally on steps of Capitol Building in Juneau

Two local activist groups plan to protest the Alaska LNG pipeline.

The Alaska Capitol is photographed Friday, July 11, 2025, in Juneau, Alaska. (Erin Thompson/Juneau Empire)
Juneau state Sen. Jesse Kiehl, standing, addresses a town hall audience Jan. 11 at Dzantik’i Heeni Middle School as Juneau state Reps. Sarah Hannan, far left, and Andi Story wait their turn to discuss their priorities during the 2023 legislative session.(Mark Sabbatini / Juneau Empire file file)
Juneau state Sen. Jesse Kiehl, standing, addresses a town hall audience Jan. 11 at Dzantik’i Heeni Middle School as Juneau state Reps. Sarah Hannan, far left, and Andi Story wait their turn to discuss their priorities during the 2023 legislative session.(Mark Sabbatini / Juneau Empire file file)
Members of the Alaska House of Representatives and Alaska Senate watch as the final vote on Gov. Mike Dunleavy’s veto of Senate Bill 113 is displayed on the voting board in the House on Thursday, Jan. 22, 2026. (Photo by James Brooks/Alaska Beacon)

Alaska Legislature fails to override Dunleavy’s veto of a tax bill intended to help education

Senate Bill 113 would have transferred corporate income taxes from other states and channeled some money into public school programs.

  • Jan 22, 2026
  • By James Brooks States Newsroom
Members of the Alaska House of Representatives and Alaska Senate watch as the final vote on Gov. Mike Dunleavy’s veto of Senate Bill 113 is displayed on the voting board in the House on Thursday, Jan. 22, 2026. (Photo by James Brooks/Alaska Beacon)
City and Borough of Juneau City Hall is photographed on July 12. (Juneau Empire file photo)

‘Challenging budget decisions ahead’: CBJ seeks feedback facing loss of revenue

The city expects a $10-12 million reduction in general fund revenue following tax cuts approved in October’s elections.

City and Borough of Juneau City Hall is photographed on July 12. (Juneau Empire file photo)
The Alaska State Capitol building stands on Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2025. (Mari Kanagy/Juneau Empire)

Alaska State Legislature convenes for second year of 34th session

Lawmakers agreed to hold two joint sessions later this week.

The Alaska State Capitol building stands on Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2025. (Mari Kanagy/Juneau Empire)
The northern lights are seen from the North Douglas launch ramp late Monday, Jan. 19. A magnetic storm caused unusually bright northern lights Monday evening and into Tuesday morning. (Chloe Anderson/Juneau Empire)
The northern lights are seen from the North Douglas launch ramp late Monday, Jan. 19. A magnetic storm caused unusually bright northern lights Monday evening and into Tuesday morning. (Chloe Anderson/Juneau Empire)
The K-6th playground design is rendered for the proposed Dzantik’i Heeni playground (Juneau School District image)

Juneau school board approves funding for Dzantiki’i Heeni playground

The Dzantiki’i Heeni campus used to be a middle school, and had no dedicated playground.

The K-6th playground design is rendered for the proposed Dzantik’i Heeni playground (Juneau School District image)