Juneau holds a current key role in Alaska politics as of Nov 2026, with recent coverage tied to Alaska’s congressional race and state governance challenges.
A 21-foot skiff has run out of fuel near Farragut Bay, Alaska, and a nearby cruise ship, Wilderness Legacy, has towed and refuelled it. Passengers have said the closer superyacht Launchpad — owned by Mark Zuckerberg — did not answer a Coast Guard marine assistance request; Meta says Launchpadcrew were on a different radio channel and the skiff was not in distress.
Alaska’s primary has reshaped the general elections, with Dan J. Sullivan secured a spot in the Senate race amid questions about ballot naming and party alignment. Mary Peltola and Dan S. Sullivan are leading the Senate race, while Nick Begich and Bill Hill vie for other key contests. The primary results hinge on ranked-choice counting and post-election counting.
The Interior Department is evaluating a land exchange with Kingsbarn Realty Capital to allow a short access road from the developer’s parcel to Yosemite National Park. Public opposition has surged, with environmental groups calling the move a privatization of national land. Officials say any exchange will undergo environmental review and public notice before a decision is made.