Municipal Election result updates
Listen now
Description
In this episode of Local First News, we report on he latest from Juneau’s municipal election, where voter turnout has surpassed last year's numbers. We also bring you a breakdown of key measures, including updates on local bond initiatives and the outcome of the controversial "Ship-Free Saturday" proposition. Plus, the Juneau Huskies dominate the field in a big win, and Eaglecrest announces a major lift closure for the season. Tune in for updates on a local vandalism case, restrictions on protests at the state Capitol, and an alert regarding a potential shortage of IV fluids impacting Alaska’s healthcare system.
More Episodes
Alaska’s minimum wage workers will see two pay raises in 2024, starting with an 18-cent increase to $11.91 per hour on January 1. A more significant boost follows on July 1, raising the rate to $13 an hour as part of a new ballot measure approved this year. The measure also establishes future...
Published 11/29/24
A recount is set for Alaska’s Ballot Measure 2, which sought to repeal the state’s open primary and ranked choice voting system. The measure narrowly failed in the November 5 election by just 664 votes, falling within the margin that requires a state-funded recount. The Alaska Republican Party...
Published 11/27/24