Samantha West

Award-winning freelance journalist with 12 years covering news, breaking news, features, arts, and entertainment.

Experienced writer with contributions to notable publications including Complex, Rolling Stone, and Pitchfork. Background includes writing for Falcon Newspaper and involvement in creative projects.

Freelance journalist based in Seattle with education from University of Washington

Multimedia storytelling focused on nightside news coverage in Seattle

Reporting for KUOW with experience at Innovation Trail and WXXI

Compelling narratives and impactful news focused on Oregon region

Education and local news coverage focused on Chicago area topics

Politics, mental health, and broad news coverage in Seattle area

Producer for KUOW's Morning Edition, contributing to public radio content in the Greater Seattle Area.

Politics, courts, and metro news coverage in Seattle public radio

Television journalism and show production focused on Seattle community content

Radio reporting focused on news and stories relevant to Seattle area

Public health and education topics, former reporter for multiple public radio stations

Samantha Young is a veteran journalist who has covered local, state and national politics from Arkansas to Washington, DC, and California. She is currently Deputy California Editor at KFF Health News.

Sports sideline reporting and hosting focused on WSU football and related sports content

Multimedia journalism with experience in education and EdTech sectors

Higher education reporting focused on Houston area and related topics

Digital audience growth and engagement at NPR

Senior editor with experience at NPR, WWU, AUG Chronicle, The Olympian

Reporter and Ad Sales professional at The East County Journal based in the Greater Seattle Area. Experienced in journalism and media sales. Engaged in local news coverage and community reporting.

Education and solutions journalism focused on Seattle and broader education issues

Podcast host, radio news host, and news reporter with experience in public radio broadcasting.

Health and education reporting focused on Washington State

Science podcast host and news reporter with focus on public radio content

Focus on news and journalism with academic background and reporting experience

Weekend anchor and reporter with multiple Emmy Awards for reporting

Investigative reporting focused on developing stories and research in news unit

Mental health project editor with background in city government and technology reporting

Criminal justice coverage and investigative reporting

Reports on education topics with experience in education-focused media outlets