State order to kill wolf in northeast Washington is canceled

By: Aspen Ford

Outlets: Washington State Standard

Published: June 9, 2026

Words: 321

Last Updated: 2 days, 15 hours ago

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The state Department of Fish and Wildlife rescinded an order to kill a wolf in northeastern Washington one week after authorizing the plan in response to attacks on livestock.

A calf was killed and two others were injured in mid-May in the Aladdin Valley area of Stevens County. Three wolf packs inhabit the area. State wildlife managers have not determined which wolf or wolves were responsible for the attacks.

Agency Director Kelly Susewind authorized …

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