Casey Martin
Reporter
About
Casey Martin is a general assignment reporter who has covered everything from political protests to electric scooters. He is almost always out in the field where the news happens. Casey has reported on extremism, homelessness, politics, and Seattle’s nightlife.
He got his start in radio at KBCS Community Radio in Bellevue and is a proud graduate of the Transom Traveling Workshop on Catalina Island.
Location: Seattle
Languages: English
Pronouns: he/him
Professional Affiliations: Shop Steward, SAG-AFTRA
Stories
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Mayor Harrell tells Trump to ‘stay out of Seattle’ after federal troops ordered to Portland
Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell and Washington Attorney General Nick Brown said they are prepared to fight President Donald Trump if he sends the National Guard to Washington. This weekend, Trump ordered the deployment of troops to Portland, a move Harrell called “un-American.”
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WA families bid a warm-hearted farewell to the cold-blooded creatures at the Reptile Zoo
They’re slithery, scaly — and soon they'll be gone for good. The Reptile Zoo in Monroe is set to close this fall, after nearly 30 years of teaching kids about exotic animals. Now, families are hurrying in to say goodbye to their favorite friends.
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Seattle light rail trains could start crossing Lake Washington in late April — but it's unlikely
Eastsiders anxious to ride light rail across Lake Washington to Seattle still have months to wait. Sound Transit has set an estimated start date in April 2026 — but that’s likely to change.
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Small town on Washington’s Olympic Peninsula shows its pride following school trans ban
The small town of Quilcene, tucked away on Washington’s Olympic Peninsula, is known for logging, plentiful oysters, and scenic views on Highway 101. But recently the otherwise tight-knit community has been shaken up by some national politics. Quilcene is the first school district in Washington state to ban trans athletes — even though there are no trans athletes there.
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'Heat kink' could delay light rail on hot days in King County
Hot temperatures around Seattle this month could mean potential delays to light rail service.
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First on, first off: A motorcyclist’s guide to Washington State Ferries
Riding a motorcycle may be the best way to enjoy the state’s ferry system.
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LIVE: Crowds descend on Seattle for ‘No Kings’ protests
Protesters fanned across Seattle as part of the national No Kings demonstrations opposing President Donald Trump's immigration raids and ICE policies.
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Peaceful protest in the park, fireworks after dark at Seattle anti-ICE demonstration
Seattleites assembled at Cal Anderson Park on Wednesday night for a third day of protest against President Donald Trump’s mass deportations and increasing military presence at anti-ICE demonstrations in Los Angeles.
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Why Pacific Northwesterners are driving tiny, right-hand drive firetrucks from Japan
They're tiny, they're bright red, and you've probably seen them scooting around Seattle: Mini Japanese firetrucks known as kei trucks. People here say they not only love the cars — but the culture surrounding them, too.
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Rediscover Seattle with this 'professional' pedestrian's 20-mile saunter across the city
We all know that a walk outside is good for the mind and body. But what about a 20-mile stroll down the entire isthmus of Seattle? A local walking enthusiast has one planned for Saturday.