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Riding the ferry will cost you more — you just may not know it

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Riding the ferry will cost you more — you just may not know it

Customers won’t know they’re experiencing higher rates with new system.

Proposed changes to water quality rules irk some in Juneau

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Proposed changes to water quality rules irk some in Juneau

Private polluters in public waters.

Students associated with 350 Juneau, a local chapter of an international grassroots climate movement, meet Tuesday, Sept. 3, 2019, in front of the Alaska State Capitol. They promoted a “Stand Strong for Climate Rally” to be held Tuesday, Sept. 10 at noon in front of the Capitol. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

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Alaska Permanent Fund Corp. hosts international summit in Juneau

Representatives from over 30 countries will be here.

Empire Live: Juneauites give testimony of proposed changes to water quality regulations

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Empire Live: Juneauites give testimony of proposed changes to water quality regulations

Live updates from the hearing.

New law eases telecom regulations, leaves uncertainty for rural communities

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New law eases telecom regulations, leaves uncertainty for rural communities

Telecom bill removes specific protection.

University still in limbo as restructuring moves forward

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University still in limbo as restructuring moves forward

What will restructuring look like?

Empire Live: UA Regents Subcommittee meets on university restructuring

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Empire Live: UA Regents Subcommittee meets on university restructuring

Live updates from the Regents subcommittee

‘We’re going to fight them all the way’: Alaska union plans to fight legal ruling over dues

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‘We’re going to fight them all the way’: Alaska union plans to fight legal ruling over dues

The attorney general is calling for stricter rules for union dues.

BP sheds Alaska assets, sells to Hilcorp Alaska for $5.6B

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BP sheds Alaska assets, sells to Hilcorp Alaska for $5.6B

BP is selling all of its assets in the state.

Medicaid cuts will have broad impacts for Juneau

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Medicaid cuts will have broad impacts for Juneau

Reductions could go beyond just health care

The Alaska Marine Highway System’s M/V Kennicott pulls away from the Auke Bay Ferry Terminal in this August 2014 photo. The Kennicott was the first vessel on the scene to help five Canadians who jumped into the water south of Bella Bella, British Columbia, Canada, to escape a sinking ship. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire File)

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One person still missing: M/V Kennicott rescues 5 after boat sinks

The AMHS ferry was the first vessel on the scene.

Juneau delegation talks Medicaid, ferry cuts

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Juneau delegation talks Medicaid, ferry cuts

Public safety, too.

One-two punch: Planned Parenthood in Alaska loses state and federal funding

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One-two punch: Planned Parenthood in Alaska loses state and federal funding

The organization will no longer receive Title X funds.

In this Tuesday, April 9, 2019 photo, Gov. Mike Dunleavy speaks during a press conference at the Capitol. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire File)

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Governor reluctant to consider oil taxes

Will taxes cause companies to leave?

University of Alaska President Jim Johnsen makes a presentation to the university’s Board of Regents at the UAS Recreation Center on Sept. 15, 2016. A declaration of financial exigency that would have allowed University of Alaska to make drastic cuts was rescinded Tuesday. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire File)

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University of Alaska rescinds emergency financial declaration

The financial picture still isn’t rosy.

Alaska just recorded its hottest month — ever

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Alaska just recorded its hottest month — ever

Alaska has been America’s canary in the coal mine for climate warming, and the yellow bird is swooning.

Gov. Mike Dunleavy makes an announcement via pre-recorded video on House Bill 2001 and the Permanent Fund Dividend on Monday, August 19, 2019.

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Governor signs off on $1,600 PFD, calls for third special session

Dunleavy says remainder of PFD will be sole focus for next special session.

Gov. Mike Dunleavy speaks during an interview with the Juneau Empire at the Capitol on Tuesday, Feb. 26, 2019. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

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Governor to sign bill Monday, but uncertainty remains over whether he’ll veto PFD amount

Alaska’s governor has several options available to him.

Alaska Marine Exchange loses part of budget in capital cuts

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Alaska Marine Exchange loses part of budget in capital cuts

It lost 11% of its state funding.

Conservationists promote the Tongass as bulwark against climate change

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Conservationists promote the Tongass as bulwark against climate change

Conservationist Dominick DellaSala asks can the Tongass save Alaska?