Drew Mikkelsen

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Family honors murdered loved one with vigil, 19 years later

Thurston County detectives say Karen Bodine was strangled and left along a roadway 19 years ago. Her murder remains unsolved. OLYMPIA, Wash — Friends and family of a murdered Thurston County...

Legislators consider ‘Purple Alert’ for missing vulnerable adults

The Purple Alert would cover missing adults with a "physical, mental, or sensory disability," as well as those with suicidal ideations. OLYMPIA, Wash. — The Washington State Legislature is considering legislation...

Washington lawmakers debate using emergency savings for budget deficit

The proposal comes as state leaders grapple with budget shortfalls. OLYMPIA, Wash. — Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson has proposed withdrawing $1 billion from the state's Budget Stabilization Account to help address...

Family files lawsuit over suicide death at state hospital

Alex Taylor, 27, died by suicide at Eastern State Hospital in 2023. OLYMPIA, Wash. — A Wenatchee family has filed a lawsuit against the state of Washington, alleging recklessness and negligence...

State proposes transferring juvenile detention offenders to adult prison early

Washington state proposes transferring juvenile offenders to adult prisons due to overcrowding, but faces opposition for impacting rehabilitation and legal challenge OLYMPIA, Wash. — Washington state officials are seeking legislative authority...

Olympia police link random attacks to teens

Two teens face charges for a shooting and a robbery following what police call a "crime spree." OLYMPIA, Wash. — Two teenage boys, including one as young as 14, have been...

Senator renews effort to lower Washington’s drunk driving threshold

A new state survey suggests the public supports a move from .08 to .05 blood alcohol content. OLYMPIA, Wash. — Washington state legislators are preparing to revive efforts to lower the...

Gov. Ferguson wants to increase transportation spending by $3 billion

The proposal allocates $1 billion for ferry system repairs and the construction of three new boats, with another $2.1 billion earmarked for bridge, road maintenance. OLYMPIA, Wash. — Washington Governor Bob...

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