Jacob Resneck, KTOO - Juneau
Jacob Resneck is a reporter at KTOO in Juneau.
Trump administration puts brakes on Indian Country in Alaska
Alaska tribes’ are in legal limbo after the Interior Department said it was suspending accepting lands into federal trust pending a fresh legal review,. Many tribes in Alaska have long sought trust status for land that exempts it from state and local jurisdictions. Listen now
Judge OKs city’s $275,000 payout to Juneau family
The settlement goes to the family of a fourth-grader partially blinded by a soccer ball in PE class. It’s by far the largest cash payout by the City and Borough of Juneau in recent years. Listen now
Melted ice cream and uneaten crab: misery aboard the ferry LeConte
A power failure aboard the LeConte kept the doors from opening and passengers couldn’t disembark in Angoon. During that time, they were fed the galley’s melting ice cream, a fatal dog fight ensued and a seafood dinner donated by a local lodge ended up uneaten in the ship’s freezer. Listen now
Norovirus on a cruise ship? Juneau would like a call.
There’s been another norovirus outbreak on a cruise ship docking in Juneau. Health and tourist officials say next time they’d appreciate a courtesy call before the an infected ship arrives. Listen now
After weathering cash crisis, Perseverance Theatre expected to live up to its namesake
Alaska’s largest professional playhouse is expected to recover from a financial crisis. The leadership of Perseverance Theatre in Douglas says a major rescue package from donors and reorganization is in the works. Listen now
Alaska unions defiant in wake of punishing Supreme Court decision
The Janus v. AFSCME decision by the U.S. Supreme Court denies public sector unions from forcing workers to pay dues. The 5-4 ruling could affect about 10 percent of Alaska’s workforce. Listen now
Holland America cruise in Alaska hit by norovirus
At least 73 people have reportedly fallen ill aboard the Zaandam following an outbreak of norovirus on the Holland America cruise ship. It’s the second reported outbreak of norovirus this year on a cruise ship in Alaska. Listen now
In Alaska, family separations evoke past trauma
A survivor of a BIA boarding school for Alaska Natives says the separation of children at the border is reminiscent of her own experiences. The context is different: but the traumatic effects are arguably similar. Listen now
AEL&P to share the wealth from corporate tax cut
Electricity rates in Juneau are coming down by 6.73 percent. That’s because of a tax windfall realized by Alaska Electric Light & Power whose rates are regulated by the state. Listen now
AK: Cross-border effort tracks Taku wild salmon
Wild salmon are meticulously trapped and tagged by U.S. and Canadian researchers on both sides of the border as part of the Pacific Salmon Treaty. The data helps gauge marine survival rates of salmon after they leave fresh water. Listen now
Juneau Empire and Alaska sister papers sold again
The 105-year-old Juneau Empire has been sold to a Canadian newspaper chain just six months after its longtime owner offloaded some of its Alaska holdings to GateHouse Media. Listen now
Juneau, Hydro One reach settlement over AEL&P
Hydro One makes 39 binding commitments covering corporate independence for AEL&P and assurances over its assets and transparency on how it operates in a 22-page joint-agreement. Listen now
Kensington Mine audit outlines environmental challenges
A third-party audit finds the mine is “generally in compliance” with conditions required of two state permits. Kensington’s permits for waste management and reclamation are up for renewal this year. Listen now
Bill would lift restrictions on Alaska’s naturopaths
Naturopathic doctors argue they should be able to prescribe some medications and perform minor surgical procedures. There’s been pushback from professional medical associations over the proposal.
New poll shows Juneau leaning pro-road
A new poll shows 54 percent of Juneauites say they support “the road” in the form of Juneau Access Project. The survey conducted by the McDowell Group asked 402 people transportation questions and was jointly funded by the City and Borough of Juneau and a pro-development group. Listen now
Juneau police end policy of flagging flying weed
A change in policy by Juneau police means licensed marijuana producers should now be able to fly their product out of Juneau on commercial airlines. Until recently commercial cannabis was allowed to fly in but not out of Juneau International Airport. Listen now
Alaska SB 92 would crack down on derelict boats
Senate Bill 92 would expand title and registration requirements for the tens of thousands of boats in Alaska. Supporters say better vessel tracking is key to cracking down on derelicts. Listen now
Scrutiny urged over Hydro One’s Alaska foray
More than 100 people turned up to Centennial Hall to observe, listen and speak to state regulators reviewing the acquisition of Juneau’s electric utility by a Canadian firm. Listen now
Bill would exempt utility companies from pesticide pollution
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service biologists discovered “concerning levels” of the pesticide Penta in soils around power poles running through the Kenai National Wildlife Refuge. Listen now
Juneau Assembly to intervene over AEL&P purchase
The City and Borough of Juneau will petition state regulators for a seat at the table as it reviews Alaska Electric Light & Power’s acquisition by Hydro One of Canada. The Juneau Assembly unanimously approved $75,000 in legal fees to make its case to the Regulatory Commission of Alaska. Listen now