Drew Mikkelsen

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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...

Thousands without power in Olympia following overnight windstorm

OLYMPIA, Wash. — Heavy winds brought down trees and power lines across Olympia early Thursday morning, leaving thousands without electricity after 40 mph gusts swept through the area.  Despite extensive...

Washington dams hold steady as officials manage floodwaters

The Army Corps of Engineers balance loads on dams versus flood levels. ENUMCLAW, Wash. — Washington's emergency management officials say the state's dam system is successfully controlling flood levels while managing pressure...

South Sound flood victims drying out, grateful

One victim said they are 'blessed' flooded the Newaukum avoided her home. CHEHALIS, Wash. — Residents of southwest Washington state are cleaning up after devastating floods forced emergency evacuations earlier this...

Centralia light display reopens after $30,000 vandalism attack

City of Centralia parks crews are credited that "they brought Christmas back from the brink." CENTRALIA, Wash. — Centralia police are seeking the public's help in identifying vandals who caused an...

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