Category: Local News

Sitka Grand Jury indicts six in February

by KCAW News | Mar 13, 2026 | Crime and Courts, Local News

One Sitkan was indicted in February after allegedly assaulting a police officer while resisting arrest. The case was one of six indictments issued by a Sitka Grand Jury last month. Read More

Sitka Legacy Foundation’s latest grant aims to directly tackle food insecurity

by Ryan Cotter | Mar 11, 2026 | Local News

The one-time grant is currently accepting proposals on projects contributing to food security in Sitka and Port Alexander. Read More

Rising in ranks, Sitka police lieutenant steps up to lead department

by Hope McKenney | Mar 11, 2026 | Local News, Syndicated

Sitka is getting a new full-time police chief. The Sitka Assembly approved the promotion of Lieutenant Mike Hall to the position at its meeting Tuesday night. Read More

Sitka police host community conversation on use of force

by Hope McKenney | Mar 10, 2026 | Local News, Syndicated, Uncategorized

One of six indictments issued by a Sitka Grand Jury last month involved police use of force. Sitka’s interim police chief Chad Goeden said during a recent community conversation that fortunately, use of force is uncommon in Sitka. Read More

March 10, 2026: What’s on the agenda when the Sitka Assembly meets tonight?

by KCAW News | Mar 10, 2026 | Local News, Syndicated

Sitka may finally get a new police chief. At its meeting tonight (3-10-26), the Sitka Assembly will consider approving the promotion of Michael Hall from lieutenant to the top position. Read More