Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - The daily report from the Alaska Department of Health and Social Services found the state added four new cases of COVID-19 on Saturday morning.
That means a total of 434 cumulative cases, with 368 recovered.
The cases are in four Alaska communities – Anchorage (1), Wasilla (1), Homer (1), and the Kenai Peninsula Borough (1).
There are 19 non-resident cases that are not counted toward Alaska's total.
Southeast Alaska remains at 57 cases.
CBJ proposes $15 million bond issue
Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - CBJ Manager Rorie Watt pitched a bond issue to stimulate the economy in 2021. Projects include roof repairs on schools, more work on the West Douglas Pioneer Road and park improvements.
CBJ to look to buy building for shelter
Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - Close to 500 people have used the CBJ cold weather shelter in recent years and the assembly is interested in providing a permanent solution.
CBJ sets time to discuss mask mandate
Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - The CBJ Assembly Committee of the Whole will discuss a proposed mask mandate on July 20.
American Cruise Lines cancels season
Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - Only two small cruise lines remain standing for possible sailings to Juneau this summer as American Cruise Lines canceled its sailings today.
Kodiak man sentenced to prison for drugs, money laundering
Kodiak, Alaska (KINY) - U.S. Attorney Bryan Schroder announced today that a Kodiak man has been sentenced for money laundering and possessing drugs intended for distribution in Kodiak.
Assembly will look at rental assistance, possible mask ordinances
Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - The City and Borough of Juneau Assembly will hold a special meeting on Wednesday, July 8 beginning at 5 p.m.
1 new non-resident COVID-19 case reported in Juneau
Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - The Alaska Department of Health and Social Services reports one new non-resident case of COVID-19 in Juneau.
Positive COVID-19 case reported in Sitka
Sitka, Alaska (KINY) - Sitka Unified Command received information from Public Health Officials on a positive test result for COVID-19 in Sitka on Tuesday, July 7.
Ketchikan Police intercept drug shipment
Ketchikan, Alaska (KINY) - Multiple agencies seized a large quantity of methamphetamine and cocaine, searched a Park Avenue residence, and made one arrest July 2, Ketchikan Police said.
DHSS reports 47 new COVID-19 cases statewide on Wednesday
Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - The Alaska Department of Health and Social Services reported Wednesday that 40 Alaska residents and seven non-residents have tested positive for COVID-19.
Lena Beach project is completed
Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - The Lena Beach picnic area project is a wrap.
Juneau Ranger Brad Orr to retire
Juneau, Alaska (KINY) - Juneau Ranger Brad Orr is going to retire at the end of this summer.
Winds are East at 10.4 MPH (9 KT). The pressure is 1013.2 mb and the humidity is 87%.
The wind chill is 53.
Last Updated on Jul 8 2020, 6:53 pm AKDT.
