Jake Chapman is a News Reporter at KIRO-7. With five years of reporting experience, he has covered a range of topics including transportation policy, public security, and crime and justice, with a particular focus on public transportation and school safety measures. Jake's work has been featured in notable outlets such as War on the Rocks, MSN, Yahoo News, and KIRO-FM in Seattle.
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Jake Chapman's coverage mainly focuses on local news and evolving stories, with an emphasis on crime, family & relationships, and entertainment. Pitches to Jake could include human-interest stories related to local events or profiles of individuals impacted by natural disasters or crime. Additionally, he covers breaking news extensively so providing quick updates on unfolding situations would be appropriate.
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By: Jake Chapman
SEATTLE — Seattle City Council unanimously passed an emergency ordinance Tuesday afternoon to grant the city more power to close streets for public safety. This measure comes in response to escalating gun violence, particularly along Aurora Avenue.
By: Jake Chapman
“The rest of downtown is benefiting. We are not. So, enough is enough,” she said.
By: Jake Chapman
Months after police began their investigation into the hit-and-run death of Federal Way teenager Abdimalik Abdullahi, a suspect remains to be identified.
Despite losing their home and belongings, the father is grateful that his family, including his wife and six children, made it out safely
SEATTLE — Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson has proposed legislation aimed at eliminating junk and hidden fees for renters in the city.
By: Jake Chapman
The suit alleges that the suspected shooter had reported to his care manager that he was in a “steep mental decline and needed help," before the homicide. The suit says he did not get that help.
The couple says their kids, pets, and livestock are all safe, but so many memories were destroyed in the fire.
Wildfires continue to cause widespread devastation across Washington State, impacting communities in areas like Okanogan and Vantage, including a volunteer firefighter in Vantage who lost his home while he was responding to the Ryegrass Coulee wildfire last week.
Washington Governor Bob Ferguson plans to propose a requirement for all graduating high school students in Washington to fill out financial aid forms. The initiative aims to help students access funds for college or job training programs.
By: Jake Chapman
The Public Safety Committee is scheduled to vote on the proposed ordinance on July 28.
