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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Animals
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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Animals
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.
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Government
Unkept trails, cancelled programs. Washington state feels the impact of federal forest cuts
Dozens of people across Washington state who worked at national parks and forests have lost their jobs in recent weeks, as part of sweeping overhaul of the federal workforce by President Donald Trump. Those firings could cause ripple effects across state programs that benefit hikers, backpackers, and mountain bikers.
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Animals
This rare Malayan tapir in Tacoma is raising a social media star
Ume, a rare Malayan tapir, just turned one month old at Tacoma’s Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium. With her giant eyes and bright spots, Ume has blown up online as a social media star.
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Politics
Protesters rally against Musk outside Seattle Tesla dealership
About two dozen protesters gathered outside a Tesla dealership Thursday afternoon in Seattle’s South Lake Union neighborhood, decrying CEO Elon Musk’s new role in the White House. Organizers say it’s part of a nationwide boycott and more events are planned.
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Health
Seattle auditor says public park bathrooms stink
The city of Seattle needs more clean public bathrooms, according to a report from the City Auditor out this month. The report cites a lack of available facilities and recommends some improvements.
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Law & Courts
Pardoned Jan. 6 rioter from Washington state has a new passion — reforming the justice system
A Kingston man is home from prison after participating in the Jan. 6 riot at U.S. Capitol. His time behind bars changed his perspective on the criminal justice system.
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Environment
Role reversal: Avian flu makes birds a menace to cats
Scientists and volunteers with the Olympic Cougar Project said they have the opportunity now to study bird flu in wild animals – to hopefully prevent it from spreading to people.
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Animals
L.A. pets land in Seattle to make room at animal shelters during fires
Nearly 40 dogs and about 20 cats touched down in a private plane on Sunday in Seattle from fire-ravaged Los Angeles. The animals are here to make space at shelters in L.A. overcrowded with pets waiting to be reunited with their owners.
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Researchers rush to learn more about bird flu's impact on wildlife
