DNA testing shows Michigan's last known wild wolverine likely came from across Lake Huron

Extensive testing supports the theory that Michigan’s last known wild wolverine — which was found dead along a trail in Sanilac County in March — likely crossed the ice into Michigan from Manitoba or Ontario in Canada, according to the man who discovered and tracked the animal for six years.

Officials Worry DNA Testing Backlog Could Grow Again

The state’s backlog of DNA samples is scheduled to be cleared by early next year. But law enforcement officials worry it could grow again in the future if the state doesn’t make a significant investment. KPR’s Stephen Koranda has more.

DNA ties classmate to fatal stabbing in Fort Worth in '84

FORT WORTH — DNA evidence has led to an arrest in Arizona over the stabbing death of a Fort Worth teenager more than a quarter century ago. The nude body of 18-year-old Ginger Lynn Hayden was discovered Sept. 5, 1984, in her home by her mother.

DNA Backlog in KS Shrinking

A backlog of DNA samples is scheduled to be cleared by February of next year. The samples are taken from those arrested for certain crimes in Kansas, including all felonies. Attorney General Steve Six says that in September 2009, the backlog had grown to around 38 thousand samples.

DNA test sought on knife in 9-year-old's death

Cole County Prosecutor Mark Richardson wants Circuit Judge Pat Joyce to approve some DNA testing in the Alyssa Bustamante case, even though the Missouri Highway Patrol said its testing would use up the only samples available.