Drew Mikkelsen

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Composting of human remains a growing option, industry in Washington state

The state in 2019 became the first state to allow an alternate method to traditional burial or cremation procedures. OLYMPIA, Wash. — The composting of human remains has turned into a...

After a classmate died from an overdose, local students are working to change Washington state law

Current Washington state law only requires overdose reversal drug in large school districts. OLYMPIA, Wash. — What began as a high school AP Government assignment could soon turn into a new...

Police raise concerns about proposed ‘hog-tying’ ban in Washington state

The bill is a result of Manuel Ellis' death in March 2020. OLYMPIA, Wash. — The death of Manuel Ellis could change state law. The Tacoma man died while...

Traffic camera expansion bill passes out of House

Under the proposal, cities would be allowed to use cameras to nab drivers blocking intersections. OLYMPIA, Wash. — A bill to expand the use of cameras at intersections to enforce traffic...

‘Fish Wars’ warriors celebrate 50 years after historic court ruling gave Washington tribes fishing rights

A court ruling on Feb. 12, 1974, guaranteed fishing rights for Washington tribes. Fifty years after the historic ruling, the battle is preventing salmon extinction. NISQUALLY INDIAN COMMUNITY, Wash — More...

New bill could boost local cap on Washington property taxes

The law would lift the 1% increase limit for cities, counties. OLYMPIA, Wash. — Since 2001, after voters passed Initiative 747, city and local governments have only been able to raise...

Only one police dog in Washington is certified to detect fentanyl. A new proposal could change that

Under current state law, canine officers only need to know how to detect cocaine, heroin or meth. LAKE STEVENS, Wash. — Cia, Lake Stevens Police Department's canine officer, is unique in...

Superintendent, senator hopeful Washington paraprofessionals will get raises this year

A bill that would boost salaries $7 an hour appears dead, but those pushing for the raises remain optimistic. OLYMPIA, Wash. — Although the state’s paraprofessionals likely won't see a $7...

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