Staff Biography

Juan Jocom

Juan Jocom is a Filipino multimedia journalist based in Seattle. A University of Washington graduate, his work has appeared at Seattle Met, South Seattle Emerald, Real Change, and International Examiner.

Recent Articles by this Author

Civics and Culture

Sea to Desert: The 700-mile Bikepacking Route Uniting Washington

In May 17th grand depart, 138 people attempted a 700-mile mountain bike route from La Push to Tekoa, Washington, dubbed the Cross-Washington or XWA bikepacking race.

Juan Jocom

09 Jun 25

2025 Session

Washington Legislature Greenlights Framework for Amtrak Improvements

One bill to make it out of the Washington State Legislature this session was House Bill 1837, which sets targets to boost Amtrak Cascades frequencies, reliability, and speed. Meanwhile, Amtrak’s soon-to-be upgraded SoDo rail yard will host new and improved Amtrak Airo trains to one day accommodate t

Juan Jocom

15 May 25