Jake García
KING 5 News
Seattle, WA, United States
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UW sophomore who is helping document DK Metcalf's NFL career
Niko Carste and DK Metcalf have developed a close friendship over their time working together. → Read More
KING 5 Seahawks roundtable: What are our favorite Russell Wilson era memories?
The KING 5 team answered several burning Seattle Seahawks questions, including 2023 starting quarterback options, our favorite Russell Wilson era memories and more. → Read More
Arson fire 90 years ago leads to Major League Baseball in Seattle
There are a few degrees of separation, but the Seattle Mariners were sparked from an actual spark. → Read More
Ukrainian rower finds home at Pocock Rowing Center
Former Washington State rower Kate Maistrenko has found a home away from home, not by choice but by necessity. → Read More
Amy Griffin, Paris Price helping build better future for women's soccer
The longtime UW coach and the Mount Si senior represent the past and present of U.S. Women's Soccer. → Read More
'Who gives us the best chance to win games': Seahawks OC Shane Waldron breaks down quarterback competition
Seahawks Offensive Coordinator Shane Waldron sang a positive, but ambiguous, tune about the quarterback battle. → Read More
'It's monumental': Megan Rapinoe applauds equal pay agreement for U.S. women's soccer team
OL Reign star Megan Rapinoe has been one of the most outspoken voices in the fight for equal pay. → Read More
Running to recover: After bicycle accident in 2006, James Ortiz finds new relationship with running
James Ortiz traded competition for coaching, and his mentorship has been especially valuable for one of his athletes. → Read More
Dick 'Night Train' Lane's sons working on documentary to connect the dots and their family
Lane's sons are in the process of putting together a documentary about the NFL icon focusing on the undocumented part—the start and end of his life in Austin. → Read More
Austin City Council issues proclamation honoring Kayleigh Williamson
Feb. 20, 2022, is “Kayleigh Williamson Day,” the day she became the first person with Down syndrome to finish the Austin Marathon. → Read More
Jarrell faces lengthy cleanup process after tornado strikes
Neighbors say the small town outside of Austin is no stranger to tornadoes, but it hasn't seen damage this bad in more than 20 years. → Read More
Austin FC goalkeeper Brad Stuver headlines SXSW panel on athlete activism
Stuver spoke about his commitment to his nonprofit, The Laundry Project, and his advocacy for LGBTQ+ rights. → Read More
History without a home: PVILCA in search of space to house Black high school sports history
The PVIL lost much of its history during the process of integration. Two former athletes have recovered so much of it, they now need a place to store it. → Read More
St. Edward's baseball coach, fired after allegations of racism, sues university
Former coach Rob Penders was terminated after an investigation into allegations of racism and discrimination. → Read More
'My child has a legacy' | With Austin Marathon finish, Kayleigh Williamson makes history
Kayleigh Williamson became the first person with Down syndrome to finish the Austin Marathon. Her story of defying expectations has been in the making for years. → Read More
Travis County recognizes Original L.C. Anderson High School championship football teams
Despite winning numerous championships in the '40s, '50s and '60s, players were never formally recognized for their accomplishments, nor given championship rings. → Read More
Austin Energy clears tree limbs to minimize power outages
Crews have been working since last week to clear tree limbs from power lines in an effort to avoid widespread outages. → Read More
A symbol of strength: Transgender Austin weightlifter speaks out against new Texas law
Angel Flores knows what it's like to carry the weight of the world. She says without access to sports, she wouldn't have been able to stay strong. → Read More
'It's ridiculous' | Frustration sets in for evacuated Bastrop residents at Terry's Corner
Worry turned to anger for residents who had been forced from their homes and away from loved ones for hours, with some saying the wildfire could have been prevented. → Read More
'I feel like I'm stronger than ever' | Cedar Ridge basketball player doesn't let skin condition stand in her way
The path to self-confidence wasn't easy for Lexi Alexander. But basketball has given her a platform and a chance to leave a footprint. → Read More