Clarise Larson
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Neighbors, city officials and the fire department brought up safety concerns because of the project’s landslide-prone location and lack of easy access for emergency services. -
The July incident, which was recorded by a witness, circulated widely online and prompted a public outcry. -
It comes just two days before residents were supposed to vacate the neighborhood. -
Renters living on the city's historic Telephone Hill have a week to vacate their homes, which the city plans to demolish. -
Juneau voters will decide in this year’s municipal election whether the city should implement a new seasonal sales tax system. -
The City and Borough of Juneau plans to evict all residents of Telephone Hill by Oct. 1 in order to clear the area for newer, denser housing. -
Five lawmakers showed up for the floor sessions Tuesday and took no action, essentially running down the clock on Gov. Mike Dunleavy's 30-day special session. -
The flood reached a record-breaking crest of 16.65 feet at about 8 a.m. Wednesday. Water continues to seep into Valley neighborhoods. -
After the City and Borough of Juneau issued an evacuation advisory Tuesday morning, some flood zone residents are heeding the warning while others are riding it out at home. -
The National Weather Service has issued a flood warning and initial Mendenhall River flood forecast of around 16.6 feet. That record peak is expected Wednesday afternoon.
