Juneau
Coverage of Juneau in the Nexus archive.
- Sen. Sullivan, former US Rep Peltola begin Alaska US Senate campaign after advancing from primary
Republican U.S. Sen. Dan Sullivan and Democratic former Rep. Mary Peltola began their general election campaign in Alaska after a primary, with Sullivan criticizing Peltola's records. The high-stakes Senate race was among several decided that day, including contests for the U.S. House seat and governor's race. Voters also approved a measure to reimpose campaign contribution limits.
- 2 Dan Sullivans face off in Alaska's US Senate primary, which also features a former congresswoman
Alaska is holding a series of primary contests, including a closely watched U.S. Senate race that features two candidates named Dan Sullivan and former congresswoman Mary Peltola. Candidates campaigned on various issues, including support for the military, oil development, and criticism of special interests. The primaries are held under Alaska’s open primary system.
- Man found in freezer had been dead for several years without anyone reporting him missing
Human remains identified as Ross Pasquan were found in a freezer in Juneau, Alaska, after being dead for 4-10 years. Authorities are investigating the death as suspicious, with no missing-person report filed, and are examining potential financial motives for concealing his death.
- Rivers, railroads, and political bribes: How every state capital was chosen
State capitals in the U.S. were chosen based on geography, transportation links, legislative votes, and occasionally political corruption. Examples include Jackson (Mississippi's central location), Phoenix (most populous capital), and Juneau (Alaska's capital due to gold-mining industry). Many capitals shifted over time due to changes in transportation, economy, and population.
- Relatives cleaning out the home of a late family member find human remains in a freezer
Relatives cleaning a family home in Juneau, Alaska, found human remains in a freezer, prompting a police investigation. Preliminary identification suggests the remains may belong to an adult male relative, and the medical examiner is confirming the identity and cause of death. No missing person report was linked to the individual.
- Relatives cleaning out the home of a late family member find human remains in a freezer
Relatives cleaning a deceased family member's home in Juneau, Alaska, discovered human remains in a locked freezer. Police are investigating, with preliminary identification suggesting the remains may belong to an adult male relative. The medical examiner's office is conducting an autopsy to confirm identity and determine cause of death.
- Relatives cleaning out the home of a late family member find human remains in a freezer
Relatives cleaning a deceased family member's home in Juneau, Alaska, discovered human remains in a chest freezer. Police are investigating, with preliminary identification suggesting the remains may belong to an adult male relative. No missing person report was filed, and the medical examiner will confirm the identity and cause of death.