Casey Martin
Reporter
About
Casey Martin is a reporter who covers 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. Casey joined KUOW in 2015.
Location: Seattle
Languages: English
Pronouns: he/him
Professional Affiliations: Shop Steward, SAG-AFTRA
Stories
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Main road into Hoh Rainforest set to reopen this week after months-long closure
The main road into the Hoh Rainforest is set to reopen on Thursday after being closed since December.
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Seattle May Day protesters slam Trump, Musk over immigration and labor crackdowns
Activists say this year’s rally and march are primarily a response to the Trump administration's crackdown on immigrants and pro-labor groups.
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100 days in, Trump voters in Washington have some reservations but say 'be patient'
Tuesday marked 100 days into President Trump's second term, and it's been a whirlwind start for his administration. Many Washingtonians who voted for him say they still support him — but they're a bit hesitant about some of his actions.
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Beloved WSU bread-baking lab in Burlington threatened by Trump cuts
Food research at Washington State University is being hit by federal funding cuts. That includes the WSU Breadlab in Burlington, which studies, grows, and bakes new kinds of whole grains.
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Seattle crosswalk signals with deepfake Bezos audio may have been hacked with just a cellphone
Instead of the little robotic voice that tells you to wait until it's safe to cross, at least five intersections in Seattle last week played the voice of Amazon founder Jeff Bezos. Tech experts say it was likely a product of generative artificial intelligence, or GAI.
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6 tips for keeping your pets safe from wildlife attacks
Coyotes and birds of prey are basically everywhere in Seattle — and they're here to stay. Here are some tips for keeping your furry friends safe from attacks.
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This one weekend a year, the North Cascades Highway is (unofficially) just for bikes
Washington State Route 20 is closed while crews remove months of snow and ice from the scenic drive through the Cascades. But one weekend a year, cyclists pedal through the mountains with the road all to themselves.
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Coyotes are here to stay in Seattle's urban core. So how can we coexist?
Coyote interactions are on the rise in Seattle. Some neighbors are afraid, while others say it's just part of living in a green city. So, are coyotes a new threat — or a new normal?
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Grab your binoculars — Seattle's skies abound with eagles this season
The skies above Seattle have been busy with lots of bald eagles as spring approaches. Meanwhile, local bird enthusiasts say the season seems busier than usual this year.
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2 Bellevue coyotes killed by state after nipping children
State wildlife officials say Bellevue's Factoria neighborhood is safe once again after some close calls with coyotes.