Aaron Baldwin with two “stink lilies” that bloomed at his home on Sunday. From a family of plants called Araceae (the Aroids) and is also called Voodoo Lilies, Dragon Lilies and Corpse Lilies. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

Pungent ‘stink lily’ blooms for Juneau zoologist

Upon entering Aaron Baldwin’s home in Juneau, you’ll immediately see evidence of his science-fiction fandom. A poster for “2001: A Space Odyssey” is directly inside… Continue reading

Aaron Baldwin with two “stink lilies” that bloomed at his home on Sunday. From a family of plants called Araceae (the Aroids) and is also called Voodoo Lilies, Dragon Lilies and Corpse Lilies. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

Charity run for end-of-life care Saturday

Catholic Community Services is hosting its 12th annual Heart of Hospice Run this Saturday, April 8 at Twin Lakes. The run is a benefit for… Continue reading

(Abby Lowell | Juneau Empire File)

Paralytic Shellfish Toxin found in mollusks at Auke Rec

Researchers with Southeast Alaska Tribal Ocean Research found high levels of Paralytic Shellfish Toxin in a population of mollusks at Auke Recreation Area in Juneau… Continue reading

(Abby Lowell | Juneau Empire File)
City drops charges, Bergmann Hotel manager ‘vindicated’

City drops charges, Bergmann Hotel manager ‘vindicated’

Charges have been dismissed against the building manager of the Bergmann Hotel. Charles Cotten was facing criminal prosecution for allegedly recklessly violating a lawful order… Continue reading

City drops charges, Bergmann Hotel manager ‘vindicated’
Brandy Sullivan (photo courtesy of Tina Novotney)

After fatal shooting, shining a light on domestic violence

ANCHORAGE — The plan was to meet up in California for a girls’ getaway near the end of April. Lindsey Collins said she looked forward… Continue reading

Brandy Sullivan (photo courtesy of Tina Novotney)
The Nimbus sculpture, pictured in April 2011 at the former Alaska State Museum. The once-controversial Robert Murray sculpture was commissioned for the Dimond Courthouse but was moved to the museum site in 1984. It was re-installed at the museum when the new musuem building was built and opened last summer. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire File)

‘Fresh as the day it was made’: Nimbus sculpture here to stay

After decades of debate, discussion, outrage and controversy, a triumphant Robert Murray smiled Friday night at the Alaska State Museum in Juneau. The artist’s large,… Continue reading

The Nimbus sculpture, pictured in April 2011 at the former Alaska State Museum. The once-controversial Robert Murray sculpture was commissioned for the Dimond Courthouse but was moved to the museum site in 1984. It was re-installed at the museum when the new musuem building was built and opened last summer. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire File)
Kristen Hemlock, mother to 5-year-old Mason Varner, cries as she reaches to hug Riley John, 14, at a ceremony to recognize John at Yaakoosge Daakahidi Alternative High School on Friday, March 31, 2017. John, with help from friend Seth Gerrin, 16, rescued Varner from Gold Creek on Thursday.

Gold Creek hero honored

Iosefa Riley John, who goes by Riley, was awarded by the Juneau Police Department on Friday for his bravery in saving 5-year-old Mason Varner from… Continue reading

Kristen Hemlock, mother to 5-year-old Mason Varner, cries as she reaches to hug Riley John, 14, at a ceremony to recognize John at Yaakoosge Daakahidi Alternative High School on Friday, March 31, 2017. John, with help from friend Seth Gerrin, 16, rescued Varner from Gold Creek on Thursday.
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Cocktails & charcuterie: Juneau’s newest bar gets fresh and fancy

After nine months of almost completely rebuilding one of Juneau’s oldest hangouts, the city’s newest bar is just days away from opening. The Narrows, which… Continue reading

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Pedestrian traffic has been closed on both sides of South Franklin Street as construction continues on Thursday. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

Construction pace speeds up on South Franklin Street

No more walking on a sidewalk through the construction zone on South Franklin Street. City officials on Thursday authorized the construction company to work on… Continue reading

Pedestrian traffic has been closed on both sides of South Franklin Street as construction continues on Thursday. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

Docks & Harbors planning meeting delayed

An important decision-making event for Docks & Harbors has been delayed. Every couple of years, the Docks & Harbors board of directors gets together for… Continue reading

The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities will resurface Egan Drive from the Douglas Bridge intersection into downtown this summer. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

Pedestrians, bikers to get more room on Egan Drive

A downtown stretch of Egan Drive is going to become easier for pedestrians and bike traffic, but not before a year-long construction project. Starting this… Continue reading

The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities will resurface Egan Drive from the Douglas Bridge intersection into downtown this summer. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)
Mongolian Parliamentarian Group Leader Saranchimeg Batsukh asks Mayor Ken Koelsch a question during their visit to City Hall on Tuesday, March 28, 2017. The purpose of the visit is to expose officials of emerging democracies to civic processes in the U.S. Juneau’s Rotary clubs hosted the Mongolians during the two-day visit. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

Mongolian delegation shares the wisdom of the steppes

After the fall of the Soviet Union in the early 1990s, Mongolia has increasingly embraced Western political ideology. Positioned between post-communist and communist superpowers in… Continue reading

Mongolian Parliamentarian Group Leader Saranchimeg Batsukh asks Mayor Ken Koelsch a question during their visit to City Hall on Tuesday, March 28, 2017. The purpose of the visit is to expose officials of emerging democracies to civic processes in the U.S. Juneau’s Rotary clubs hosted the Mongolians during the two-day visit. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)
Juneau-Douglas High School is seen on April 27, 2015. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire File)

Cuts loom over school budget

Legislators in the Alaska Senate say they want to cut a “nickel” from state education funds, but losing that change could decimate the Juneau School… Continue reading

Juneau-Douglas High School is seen on April 27, 2015. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire File)

Fundraiser pours wine, beer for good cause

The Coeur Alaska Relay for Life Team is is hosting a tasty event Friday that benefits a good cause. For $25, Juneau residents can taste… Continue reading

Saturday workshop aims to help Juneau voices be heard

Members of the League of Women Voters are holding a workshop Saturday to help citizens have their voices be heard at a local and state… Continue reading

Engineer to talk construction projects at Chamber lunch

This week’s Juneau Chamber of Commerce luncheon will focus on construction projects in Juneau. Pat Carroll, Preconstruction Engineer at the Alaska Department of Transportation and… Continue reading

Speaker of House to talk budget crisis at Native Issues Forum

Alaska’s Speaker of the House Bryce Edgmon will be speaking to the Alaska Native community Thursday about the state’s budget situation. Edgmon is the guest… Continue reading

No one injured in Smith Hall apartment fire

No injuries were reported from a fire at Smith Hall Senior Apartments Friday night. Capital City Fire &Rescue firefighters responded to a fire in an… Continue reading

AWARE advocacy training

Ending sexual assault and domestic violence in Alaska takes a village, according to Juneau’s Aiding Women in Abuse and Rape Emergencies, and sometimes playing your… Continue reading

Officer spots stolen vehicle in line of cars while conducting traffic control for fire

A Juneau Police Department officer who took a report on a stolen vehicle Thursday spotted it later the same day — in a line of… Continue reading