Some flood zone residents worry Juneau’s temporary levee won’t hold next year
Published: August 20, 2025 01:04
City officials say the HESCO barriers sustained around $1 million in damage during the 2025 glacial outburst flood.
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Newscast – Tuesday, August 19, 2025
https://www.ktoo.org/2025/08/19/newscast-tuesday-august-19-2025/
Published: August 20, 2025 01:00
In this newscast: The Alaska House and Senate met today in Juneau but adjourned in less than a minute; A temporary levee in Juneau's Mendenhall Valley mostly held back record-breaking floodwaters during the glacial outburst last Wednesday, but some homes…
Tlingit and Haida tight-lipped following abuse allegations against president
Published: August 19, 2025 23:16
A tribal spokesperson wrote in an email that the executive council “initiated an internal review and confirmed our workplace policies and practices remain sound.”
Some lawmakers returned to Juneau for a technical session that lasted less than a minute
Published: August 19, 2025 21:58
A total of five lawmakers showed up for the floor sessions and took no action. They needed to meet to prevent Gov. Mike Dunleavy from calling lawmakers back for another special session.
Alaska Marine Lines will no longer ship electric vehicles due to fire risk
Published: August 19, 2025 21:25
Last week, the barge company announced the policy change in a statement due to the fire risk associated with shipping large lithium ion batteries.
Southeast Alaska communities call on federal government to address the region’s booming sea otter population
Published: August 19, 2025 21:13
The concern largely revolves around sea otter prey species, like crab and oyster, that are crucial for commercial and subsistence fishermen in Southeast Alaska.
Alaska legislators have largely departed Juneau, but special session continues until Aug. 31
Published: August 19, 2025 18:29
The Alaska State Legislature is planning a brief session without taking any action on Tuesday, and legislative leaders say they've already completed their intended work for the special session, which ends on Aug. 31.
Tom Begich steps into race for Alaska governor
https://www.ktoo.org/2025/08/18/tom-begich-steps-into-race-for-alaska-governor/
Published: August 19, 2025 01:11
A former state senator, Tom Begich is the first Democrat in the race. He says he'd step aside if Mary Peltola decides to run. He's the uncle of U.S. Rep. Nick Begich III, R-Alaska.
Anchorage restaurant worker, an asylum seeker, detained by ICE
https://www.ktoo.org/2025/08/18/anchorage-restaurant-worker-an-asylum-seeker-detained-by-ice/
Published: August 19, 2025 01:06
ICE officials say they detained Santiago "Diego" Martinez, 30, for having a drunken driving conviction. Martinez's attorney said ICE later told her they made a mistake, but they won't release him.
Newscast – Monday, August 18, 2025
https://www.ktoo.org/2025/08/18/newscast-monday-august-18-2025/
Published: August 19, 2025 01:03
In this newscast: Back Loop Bridge in Juneau remains closed due to a record-breaking glacial outburst flood; Former state senator Tom Begich is running for governor; A man seeking asylum in Anchorage last week was arrested and detained by federal…
Back Loop Bridge remains closed, recovery effort ongoing after record-breaking flooding
Published: August 18, 2025 22:43
The Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities says emergency bridge repairs are currently underway, but it did not have a timeline for when it will reopen to the public.
Juneau flooding sparks days-long cell service outages in Haines and Skagway
Published: August 18, 2025 22:25
The service interruptions have affected AT&T, GCI, Verizon and Visible, according to Upper Lynn Canal residents.
Regional airline Ravn Alaska calls it quits
https://www.ktoo.org/2025/08/18/regional-airline-ravn-alaska-calls-it-quits/
Published: August 18, 2025 21:26
The regional airline had been cutting staff and routes nearly from its inception in 2020.
Newscast – Friday, August 15, 2025
https://www.ktoo.org/2025/08/15/newscast-friday-august-15-2025/
Published: August 16, 2025 01:15
In this newscast: The Juneau Glacial Lake Outburst Flood Joint Information Center on Friday reported 50 homes in the Mendenhall Valley being flooded; Juneau residents mull over a federal buyout program to leave a street left unprotected from the flood; Two…
Juneau students head back to school after brief flood delay
https://www.ktoo.org/2025/08/15/juneau-students-head-back-to-school-after-brief-flood-delay/
Published: August 16, 2025 00:48
Despite a one day delay for most students due to flooding, Juneau School District staff reported it was a relatively normal first day of school.
‘What else are we going to do?’: View Drive residents weigh their options after repeated flooding
Published: August 16, 2025 00:41
Officials and residents are exploring a federal buyout program that would pay willing View Drive residents to move and turn the land into a park.
Tlingit & Haida’s new Strength in Family program and leadership transition at St. Vincent De Paul
Published: August 15, 2025 23:29
On this episode of Juneau Afternoon, family wellness coaches from Tlingit & Haida discuss the new Strength in Family Program, which supports tribal and Native American families with children aged 0-3 years. Additionally, St. Vincent De Paul's new…
In third week of trial against former Juneau chiropractor, judge declares two charges a mistrial
Published: August 15, 2025 22:52
Friday marked the end of the third week of a sexual assault trial against former SEARHC chiropractor Jeffrey Fultz, who stands accused of abusing patients in Juneau between 2014 and 2020.
Alaskans greet the Trump-Putin meeting with worry, hope and Ukrainian flags
Published: August 15, 2025 18:32
Some in Anchorage plan to protest. Others say it could elevate Anchorage's place in history. "It could be the new Versailles," one resident said.
Outburst, Episode 3: Bomb the glacier?
https://www.ktoo.org/2025/08/14/outburst-episode-3-bomb-the-glacier/
Published: August 15, 2025 01:53
Juneau city officials are looking at everything from dams to explosives to keep Mendenhall Valley residents safe from future glacial outburst floods.
Mendenhall Valley residents dry out as officials continue to assess flood damage
Published: August 15, 2025 01:21
After the water receded from this week’s all-time record breaking glacial outburst flood, Mendenhall Valley residents spent Thursday taking stock of the damage.
Newscast – Thursday, August 14, 2025
https://www.ktoo.org/2025/08/14/newscast-thursday-august-14-2025/
Published: August 15, 2025 00:59
In this newscast: The Juneau Police Department has released the name of the officer who slammed a man to the ground last month during an arrest; Juneau officials are still assessing the damage from this year's glacial outburst flood; School districts…
Struggling readers get extra support in summer school under Alaska Reads Act requirements
Published: August 15, 2025 00:01
After passing the Alaska Reads Act in 2022, districts across the state use summer school as a way to help students struggling to read. Juneau students appear to be showing some improvements since the law went into effect.
Juneau police release name of officer involved in last month’s violent arrest
Published: August 14, 2025 23:15
The department says it also plans to release the body-worn camera footage from the incident at the end of this month.
Alaska is set to receive $120M for new weather stations and aviation safety
Published: August 14, 2025 21:57
Industry experts say they've been asking for more weather stations for years.
12 things to know about the historic Trump-Putin meeting in Anchorage
Published: August 14, 2025 20:07
From the agenda to travel impacts, here's what to know about Friday's summit.
Preview of ‘Invisible Infrastructure’ tour of power plant, plus upcoming commuity marimba workshops with guest artist Mike Sibanda
Published: August 14, 2025 20:06
On this episode of Juneau: The Juneau Commission on Sustainability previews its series of Invisible Infrastructure tours, including the Gold Creek Power Plant & Flume Tour on Wednesday, August 20, plus a marimba workshops preview with composer and educator…
Newscast – Wednesday, August 13, 2025
https://www.ktoo.org/2025/08/13/newscast-wednesday-august-13-2025/
Published: August 14, 2025 01:00
In this newscast: Juneau schools will remain closed tomorrow following a record-breaking glacial outburst flood event; Former Revenue Commissioner Adam Crum is throwing his hat in the ring for the 2026 Alaska governor's race as a Republican; Floodwaters…
‘It would have been catastrophic’: Juneau’s temporary levee protects most homes from record flooding
Published: August 13, 2025 22:22
The temporary levee the city installed along the Mendenhall River this year protected hundreds of homes nearby. But water still leaked through some sections and flooded several streets and homes.
Juneau School District delays first day of school to Friday
https://www.ktoo.org/2025/08/13/juneau-school-district-delays-first-day-of-school-to-friday/
Published: August 13, 2025 19:12
A flood warning remains in effect for the Mendenhall Valley until Thursday morning, prompting the district to close schools until Friday.
It’s JBER: Anchorage military base to host Trump-Putin summit
https://www.ktoo.org/2025/08/13/its-jber-anchorage-military-base-to-host-trump-putin-summit/
Published: August 13, 2025 18:25
Few details have been released but the White House press secretary says the meeting will be a "listening exercise." Meanwhile, Anchorage progressives plan protests this week.
BREAKING: Juneau’s glacial outburst flood has crested, water levels now dropping
Published: August 13, 2025 16:11
The flood reached a record-breaking crest of 16.65 feet at about 8:00 a.m. Water continues to seep into Valley neighborhoods.
Former Alaska revenue commissioner Adam Crum joins 2026 race for governor
Published: August 13, 2025 01:08
Crum touts his experience in the senior ranks of state government and the private sector.
Newscast – Tuesday, August 12, 2025
https://www.ktoo.org/2025/08/12/newscast-tuesday-august-12-2025/
Published: August 13, 2025 01:02
In this newscast: Juneau's annual glacial lake outburst flood began today; Some Juneau homes are not protected by temporary levees for the glacial outburst flood, and have made preparations as the Mendenhall Valley floods; The U.S. Coast Guard officially…
‘Pure chaos out of nowhere’: Mega-landslide and tsunami rip through Tracy Arm south of Juneau
Published: August 13, 2025 00:19
Waves that may have reached 100 feet scoured an inlet that's frequented by cruise ships, tour vessels and pleasure boats.
While some evacuate, others hunker down ahead of Juneau’s glacial outburst flood
Published: August 12, 2025 23:13
After the City and Borough of Juneau issued an evacuation advisory Tuesday morning, some flood zone residents are heeding the warning while others are hunkering down at home.
Newest U.S. icebreaker visits its future home in Juneau
https://www.ktoo.org/2025/08/12/new-icebreaker-visits-juneau/
Published: August 12, 2025 22:44
Juneau residents may have glimpsed the large red and white ship through the fog over the weekend, but it was only here for a little while before heading north.
Trump remains vague on details of upcoming Ukraine peace talks in Alaska, anticipated Friday
Published: August 12, 2025 18:34
Speaking to reporters Monday at the White House, Trump said he would seek to temporarily end the fighting that has resulted since Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022.