Yvonne Krumrey, KTOO - Juneau
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First large cruise ship of the season docks in Alaska. It’s half full.
After two summers of little to no business, Juneau’s tourist shops, tour operators and other local businesses are eager for visitors.
Juneau’s first large cruise ship arrives with uncertainty
The Norwegian Bliss can accommodate 4,000 passengers, but it’s unknown how many people will actually be on board.
Some say Airbnbs are worsening Juneau’s housing crunch
A growing number of short-term rentals could be making it more challenging for people looking for a place to live in Juneau.
Filipinos in Alaska have ‘desire to participate’ in Philippine election, honorary consul says
There are nearly 30,000 Filipinos in Alaska — close to the population of Juneau. And a number of them can vote in this upcoming election.
For moderators of a Facebook group for Juneau’s missing people, it’s personal
The group’s moderators are people who've lost loved ones themselves. Their work with the group means they’ve had to make tough choices while processing their own losses.
‘Molly of Denali’ explores Filipino Athabascan identity
Those who worked on the show say that representation of Filipino Alaskans will allow more kids to see themselves and their lives on TV.
Juneau rallies for Ukrainians: ‘We are here, but our soul, our mind and hearts are there’
With just a day’s notice, dozens of Juneau residents gathered on Saturday afternoon in support of Ukraine.
Historian details Alaska’s legacy of racial segregation
In his book “Black History in the Last Frontier,” historian Ian Hartman outlines how racial segregation looked in Alaska compared to the rest of the country.