A fellow boater comes to the aid of a boat in the process of sinking in Indian Cove in Juneau on Oct. 30, 2017. The boat has about 150 gallons of diesel fuel on it, according to the Coast Guard. (Alex McCarthy | Juneau Empire)

Boat slowly sinks in Indian Cove

As dusk fell on Indian Cove on Monday night, a boat was slowly sinking in the middle of the cove. Someone reported the boat as… Continue reading

  • Oct 30, 2017
A fellow boater comes to the aid of a boat in the process of sinking in Indian Cove in Juneau on Oct. 30, 2017. The boat has about 150 gallons of diesel fuel on it, according to the Coast Guard. (Alex McCarthy | Juneau Empire)
The Calhoun Avenue Bridge of Gold Creek remains closed on Monday, Oct. 30, 2017, so state inspectors can check for damage after Friday’s storm. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

Flume Trail closed by landslide

Last week’s rainstorm has passed, but its effects will linger for at least a few weeks. On Monday, Alaska Electric Light and Power said the… Continue reading

The Calhoun Avenue Bridge of Gold Creek remains closed on Monday, Oct. 30, 2017, so state inspectors can check for damage after Friday’s storm. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)
Juneau Drug manager Brenda Lamas peers into a basement storage room below the store on Monday, Oct. 30, 2017. The room is said to be haunted and Lamas said she will not enter the room. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

Spirits from shipwreck still spooking downtown business

As Juneau Drug Manager Brenda Lamas walks down the aisles of toilet paper, allergy medication and hair dryers, it’s clear why she doesn’t like to… Continue reading

Juneau Drug manager Brenda Lamas peers into a basement storage room below the store on Monday, Oct. 30, 2017. The room is said to be haunted and Lamas said she will not enter the room. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

UA takes public comment on proposal to change mine training program

If you have thoughts about the future of mine training at the University of Alaska Southeast, the University of Alaska Board of Regents wants to… Continue reading

Police & Fire for Monday, Oct. 30, 2017

Police & Fire for Monday, Oct. 30, 2017

This report contains public information available to the Empire from law enforcement and public safety agencies. This report includes arrest and citation information, not conviction… Continue reading

Police & Fire for Monday, Oct. 30, 2017

Crime stays atop agenda as Legislature enters second week of special session

As the Alaska Legislature begins its second week of special session, all eyes will remain on the criminal justice measure known as Senate Bill 54.… Continue reading

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Workshop on elder financial abuse

Elders are a big target of fraud operations in America, which are growing more sophisticated as technology advances. To help prevent fraud and prepare Juneau’s… Continue reading

  • Oct 30, 2017
  • By Juneau Empire
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U.S. soldier from Juneau killed in Afghanistan

WASHINGTON — The Pentagon has released the name of a U.S. soldier who died of wounds sustained in a helicopter crash in eastern Afghanistan. The… Continue reading

  • Oct 28, 2017
  • By The Associated Press
Trevor Kirchhoff, a co-owner of Juneau Greens, talks about their new indoor hydroponic growing system to produce basil and other leafy greens for sale in local grocery outlets on Wednesday, Oct. 25, 2017. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

Growers use hydroponic system — usually reserved for marijuana — to grow vegetables

It’s a setup that’s usually associated with a different kind of green plant. Located in a boat condo toward Auke Bay, the doors to the… Continue reading

Trevor Kirchhoff, a co-owner of Juneau Greens, talks about their new indoor hydroponic growing system to produce basil and other leafy greens for sale in local grocery outlets on Wednesday, Oct. 25, 2017. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)
Cancer Connection hosts health forum

Cancer Connection hosts health forum

Cancer Connection, a nonprofit organization assisting people with cancer, will host its 2017 Cancer Connection Health Forum on Nov. 4 at Centennial Hall. Doors open… Continue reading

Cancer Connection hosts health forum
A statue of Martin Luther. (Photo courtesy of Pixastock)

Churches celebrate 500-year anniversary of Reformation

For Lutheran churches, Halloween is about much more than costumes and candy. This year in particular carries a special significance. On Oct. 31, 1517, Martin… Continue reading

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Workers operate a drill near Herbert Glacier. (Courtesy Photo | Grande Portage Resources)

More gold found at Herbert Glacier

If it’s not yet gold fever, the mercury is definitely rising at a mining prospect near Herbert Glacier. During exploratory drilling this summer, Canadian company… Continue reading

Workers operate a drill near Herbert Glacier. (Courtesy Photo | Grande Portage Resources)
Fusion Dance Company dancers, ages 7-15, perform at the Red Ribbon Rally, an annual anti-drug event at the Nugget Mall. (Kevin Gullufsen | Juneau Empire)

‘Just say no’: Red Ribbon Rally returns in the age of legal weed, opioid crisis

All of 10 years old, with a tight blond ponytail tied behind her head, Haylee Baxter handed out small bags of candy at the Red… Continue reading

Fusion Dance Company dancers, ages 7-15, perform at the Red Ribbon Rally, an annual anti-drug event at the Nugget Mall. (Kevin Gullufsen | Juneau Empire)
Ben Miller, 17, is fascinated with every aspect of the Capital Transit buses. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

Young poet Ben Miller’s journey through words

On a recent rainy afternoon, Ben Miller stood in front of a Capital Transit bus at the Downtown Transit Center, scrolling through his phone. He… Continue reading

  • Oct 28, 2017
  • By Ray Friendlander
Ben Miller, 17, is fascinated with every aspect of the Capital Transit buses. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)
In this February 2016 photo, Angela Rodell speaks to the Senate State Affairs Committee about SB 114 at the Capitol. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire File)

A shaken titan: How the Alaska Legislature is harming the Alaska Permanent Fund

The Alaska Permanent Fund is a $62 billion titan. It spans the world. It owns half of the largest shopping mall in northern Virginia. It… Continue reading

In this February 2016 photo, Angela Rodell speaks to the Senate State Affairs Committee about SB 114 at the Capitol. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire File)

Council to decide future of POW wolf hunt

Southeast rural hunters and fishers could see changes to moose, deer and wolf hunts with decisions made this week as the Southeast Alaska Subsistence Advisory… Continue reading

Floods close bridge, but no injuries reported

Heavy rain Thursday and Friday caused minor mudslides and triggered flood warnings across Juneau, but as soggy conditions gave way to sunshine, no major damage… Continue reading

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State Troopers ‘reasonably certain’ found wreckage, human remains are from missing 2008 flight

In August 2008, a Cessna 182 airplane took off from Young Lake about 15 miles south of Juneau en route to the Juneau International Airport.… Continue reading

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House Judiciary Committee calls for tougher jail sentences, but costs will rise

Senate Bill 54 is advancing in the Alaska House of Representatives. Late Thursday night, the House Judiciary Committee moved the bill to the House Finance… Continue reading

Police calls for Sunday, Oct. 29, 2017

This report contains public information available to the Empire from law enforcement and public safety agencies. This report includes arrest and citation information, not conviction… Continue reading