Gov. Mike Dunleavy recently proposed a statewide sales tax in his fiscal plan meant to stabilize the state’s finances this legislative session, which would override Juneau’s local exemptions.

Juneau shoppers grab produce at Super Bear IGA in August 2022. A new Juneau advocacy group called the Affordable Juneau Coalition filed three local ballot petitions last week. The group seeks to cap ...

Why have Juneau city leaders supported an extensive list of municipal sales tax exemptions over the years, but are unable to seriously consider exempting basic necessities like food or utilities?

When we first started sharing our Juneau, Alaska, photos on social media, the comments came rolling in fast: “Which cruise line?” or “What ship are you on?” Here’s the thing—we weren’t on a cruise at ...