Author: Michael Fanelli

The dogs were trapped in a collapsed home for nearly a week after the Aug. 25 landslide, until they were pulled from the wreckage unharmed.

The long-time city worker died while helping clear storm drains on his day off. Friends say that level of commitment was central to his character.

Chief Jeffrey Walls has agreed to retire effective Sept. 9, the day before his trial for five misdemeanor assault charges was set to begin.

Much of the community was without power for about two hours Thursday afternoon. Restoring it was complicated by the effects of Sunday’s landslide.

Local authorities are asking residents to limit driving on Tongass Avenue to try to keep it clear for emergency responders.