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• Crime lab lapses scrutinized

  May 24, 2013 in City on Page A1 Donita and Karl Ambrogini’s 16-year-old daughter hovered at the edge of the roof, turning to look at her parents as tears rolled down her face. “Mom, I can’t do this, … 22

• DNA index helps link suspects to crimes

  February 25, 2011 in City on Page A7 DNA testing in Washington is identifying more criminals than ever before. The Washington State Patrol crime lab reported 379 hits last year using a DNA index system and DNA samples …

• DNA profile links felon to ’86 killing

  October 26, 2010 in City on Page A1 DNA has linked a Montana man to a Spokane woman’s 1986 slaying, and police are checking to see if his biological profile is a match in at least three other … 4

• DNA on fake beard helps nab robbery suspect

  February 11, 2010 in City A seven-month-old robbery may be solved thanks to DNA from a fake beard worn by the culprit. 1

• Valley man challenges 2003 conviction for making ricin

  November 18, 2009 in City Kenneth Olsen argues his conviction and sentence should be overturned because of problems with prosecution’s expert witness 3