Jackie Kent

Emmy-winning reporter at KOMO News

seattle, washington, united states

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See my updated reporter/anchor reel here: https://youtu.be/LsIVuMk_qqQPassionate and Emmy Award-winning news reporter who is committed to accurate and hard-hitting journalism. "Crisis in the Classroom" education franchise and general assignment reporter. Successful at crafting compelling, evergreen stories, and quick on my feet for breaking news.Website: https://www.jackiekent.comX: @JackieKentNewsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/JackieKentNews

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WSF to tack on 3% credit card fee for ferries, affecting 80% of travelers

WSF to tack on 3% credit card fee for ferries, affecting 80% of travelers A one-way or round-trip ferry ticket in Washington state will soon cost more for travelers paying with a credit or debit card in person, at a kiosk, or online. A new 3% fee will go ... See more

komonews.com•Jackie Kent•Feb 18, 2026

Businesses, organizations react to Seattle mayor's State of the City address

Businesses, organizations react to Seattle mayor's State of the City address SEATTLE — The owner of a new, small business is claiming construction and crime near Seattle's Westlake Park are devastating his business, and he's calling on the city for help. ... See more

komonews.com•Jackie Kent•Feb 18, 2026

Mayor Wilson expected to focus on homelessness, public safety in State of the City address

Mayor Wilson expected to focus on homelessness, public safety in State of the City address SEATTLE — Mayor Katie Wilson is set to deliver her first State of the City address Tuesday, with homelessness expected to take center stage alongside public safety ... See more

komonews.com•Jackie Kent•Feb 17, 2026

Highline schools explain student walkout policy after parent pushback

Highline schools explain student walkout policy after parent pushback BURIEN, Wash. — The Highline School District is clarifying how the school leaders responded to an anti-ICE protest in early February, following pushback from a parent who has since gone... See more

komonews.com•Jackie Kent•Feb 13, 2026

Renton throws Blue Friday party for the 12s, complete with drums, games and giveaways

Renton throws Blue Friday party for the 12s, complete with drums, games and giveaways RENTON, Wash. — The 12s are rallying in Renton ahead of the big game Sunday. The city hosted a big party on Blue Friday, which included games, giveaways, and plenty of s... See more

komonews.com•Jackie Kent•Feb 6, 2026

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WSF to tack on 3% credit card fee for ferries, affecting 80% of travelers

Businesses, organizations react to Seattle mayor's State of the City address

Mayor Wilson expected to focus on homelessness, public safety in State of the City address

Highline schools explain student walkout policy after parent pushback

Renton throws Blue Friday party for the 12s, complete with drums, games and giveaways

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WSF to tack on 3% credit card fee for ferries, affecting 80% of travelers

Businesses, organizations react to Seattle mayor's State of the City address

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Highline schools explain student walkout policy after parent pushback

Renton throws Blue Friday party for the 12s, complete with drums, games and giveaways

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