JPD releases names of officers, victim from weekend shooting

The Juneau Police Department has released the names of the officer who shot an unarmed 38-year-old man over the weekend.Just before 4:30 a.m. Saturday, Sergeant… Continue reading

Schools and JPD on guard after shooting threat

The Juneau School District and Juneau Police Department are on alert today after three students told police that a fourth student had threatened to bring… Continue reading

Christy Newell and her daughter, Ava, hunkers out of the wind and rain to enjoy their Coppa ice cream on Front Street during Gallery Walk on Friday, Dec. 2, 2016.

Photos: Gallery Walk

Carl Liberty keeps the winds from blowing away a portable rain shelter at Manuel Hernandez, aka DJ Manu, keeps the music going on Front Street… Continue reading

Christy Newell and her daughter, Ava, hunkers out of the wind and rain to enjoy their Coppa ice cream on Front Street during Gallery Walk on Friday, Dec. 2, 2016.
The serpent side plate seen here on Friday, Dec. 2, 2016 appears on a smoothbore musket sold by the Hudson's Bay Company in the late 19th century and now held in the collections of the Alaska State Museum. The serpent motif first appeared on Dutch muskets sold to American Indians in New England during the early 17th century, but it stayed emblazoned on trade muskets sold to Natives and Indians in North America for almost 300 years.

New book explores how firearms changed Native America

It’s a story familiar to anyone who reads the news. A nation is invaded by a foreign power. To defend itself, that nation sells its… Continue reading

The serpent side plate seen here on Friday, Dec. 2, 2016 appears on a smoothbore musket sold by the Hudson's Bay Company in the late 19th century and now held in the collections of the Alaska State Museum. The serpent motif first appeared on Dutch muskets sold to American Indians in New England during the early 17th century, but it stayed emblazoned on trade muskets sold to Natives and Indians in North America for almost 300 years.

Police blotter for Monday, Dec. 5, 2016

This report contains information provided to the Empire from law enforcement agencies. This report includes arrest and citation information, not conviction information. Anyone listed in… Continue reading

This Day in Juneau History: Dec. 5, 1986

On Dec. 5, 1986, the City and Borough of Juneau Assembly chose Karen Boorman for an open position as director of the Department of Community… Continue reading

Around town for Monday, Dec. 5

Women, Infants and Children walk-in clinic, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m., SEARHC Juneau WIC Clinic, 3245 Hospital Drive, first floor. Free nutrition services for income-eligible women who… Continue reading

The front page of the Empire on Dec. 4, 1986

This Day in Juneau History: Dec. 4, 1986

On Dec. 4, 1986, Gov. Steve Cowper appointed Fairbanks lawyer Grace Schaible as attorney general and legislative analyst Garrey Peska as head of the administration… Continue reading

The front page of the Empire on Dec. 4, 1986

Around Town for Sunday, Dec. 4, 2016

Open trap shooting, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Juneau Gun Club, 5680 Montana Creek Road. The Juneau Gun Club is open to members and public trap shooting… Continue reading

Corrections for Dec. 4, 2016

The last name of Brian Laurent was misspelled in a Friday story about Alaska’s new standardized test.• The Empire regrets all errors. To report an… Continue reading

Vacant Mental Health Trust land to house district heating plant

Vacant Mental Health Trust land to house district heating plant

A key piece of waterfront land in downtown Juneau is about to change hands, and its soon-to-be owners have plans that they think will help… Continue reading

Vacant Mental Health Trust land to house district heating plant

Photos: Four-car accident blocks Egan Drive

A multi-vehicle accident at the Fred Meyer intersection blocks Egan Drive in both directions just as rush hour started on Friday. According to the Juneau… Continue reading

JPD officers shoot man on Oceanview Drive

The Juneau Police Department has announced that one of its officers shot a man about 4:19 a.m. Saturday on Oceanview Drive in the Lena Point… Continue reading

Women charged with DWI after reportedly hitting man

Police on Wednesday arrested two women on charges of driving while intoxicated after they allegedly hit a pedestrian on Foster Avenue and tried to switch… Continue reading

Rainforest hosts sock drive for those in need

Rainforest Recovery Center on Thursday kicked off a monthlong effort to collect new socks for the homeless and others in need.“As the holidays approach, let’s… Continue reading

The front page of the Empire on Dec. 2, 1986

This Day in Juneau History: Dec. 2, 1986

On Dec. 2, 1986, Mayor Ernie Polley revised his support of hiring a lobbyist to persuade Alaskan legislators during session to value Juneau interests, citing… Continue reading

The front page of the Empire on Dec. 2, 1986

Around town for Friday, Dec. 2

New student orientation, 9-10 a.m., The Learning Connection, 210 Ferry Way. Interested in improving your skills for college, training programs or for taking the GED… Continue reading

Planning Commission OKs state’s smallest pot shop

The owners of Alaska’s smallest marijuana retail shop are hoping for an early spring opening, and they’re closer now to that goal than they were… Continue reading

Ellie Carpenter sings as Oomiak during rehearsal of King Island Christmas at the Juneau Arts & Culture Center on Wednesday, Nov. 30, 2016. The musical is playing at the JACC Thursday through Saturday at 7 p.m. and Sunday at 3 p.m. This year's production is a fundraiser for the United Way of Southeast Alaska.

Photos: King Island Christmas

Myron Welling leads a cast of singers as Ooloranna during rehearsal of King Island Christmas at the Juneau Arts & Culture Center on Wednesday. The… Continue reading

Ellie Carpenter sings as Oomiak during rehearsal of King Island Christmas at the Juneau Arts & Culture Center on Wednesday, Nov. 30, 2016. The musical is playing at the JACC Thursday through Saturday at 7 p.m. and Sunday at 3 p.m. This year's production is a fundraiser for the United Way of Southeast Alaska.
Rental Shop Supervisor Ben Hines goes over the shop's computer system with Kelsey Lovig on Thursday, Dec. 1, 2016, as they prepare for this weekend's opening at Eaglecrest.

At chamber, Eaglecrest manager talks about restoring confidence

Eaglecrest Manager Matt Lillard began his speech at Thursday’s Chamber of Commerce luncheon by asking audience members to raise their hands if they predict a… Continue reading

Rental Shop Supervisor Ben Hines goes over the shop's computer system with Kelsey Lovig on Thursday, Dec. 1, 2016, as they prepare for this weekend's opening at Eaglecrest.