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Join Jane C. Hu and the City Cast Seattle team every weekday morning as we explore the most interesting stories about our city. It’s an informative daily podcast for all Seattleites, whether you're a local or new to town. We’ll keep you company while you’re walking the dog around Green Lake, riding the bus through SLU, or stuck in traffic on the West Seattle Bridge. City Cast is like eavesdropping on an illuminating conversation at your neighborhood coffee shop. But there’s no Seattle Freeze here; everyone’s welcome to join in. Learn more and subscribe to our daily newsletter at seattle.citycast.fm.

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Today · 44 min
Rick Steves on Buying the Edmonds Theater and Giving Away His Fortune. Plus, Fire Survivor Advice for Seattle
According to Rick Steves: “ There's no better way to start getting, putting your money to good use than right now. Shrouds have no pockets.” He tells host Jane C. Hu in today’s episode why he bought the historic Edmonds Theater in his hometown, challenges millionaires to give away more of their money “what are you afraid of?” and explains the value in investing in local communities. Jane and contributor Chase Hutchinson also ask for his travel tips in the Seattle area and his future plans for the theater he now owns. Then, Jane is joined by Eaton Fire survivor and writer iO Wright, who helped create a resource guide for fire survivors after he lost his home more than a year ago. iO speaks with Jane and Spokane’s RANGE Media fellow Yong-Yu Huang about advice for rebuilding in Spokane, where to find reliable information, and how Seattleites should prepare for fire. Learn more about the sponsors of this August 31st episode: Habitat for Humanity Seattle Restored Northwest Film Forum Clipper Vacations Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastSeattle on Instagram, or email us at seattle@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 206-880-3931. For more Seattle news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Seattle. Support City Cast Seattle by becoming a member: membership.citycast.fm/seattle Looking to advertise on City Cast Seattle? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.
Friday · 29 min
Will the Meta Settlement Actually Change Anything? Plus, SPD's Restrictions on CARE
Seattle's CARE team was supposed to be the city's answer to unarmed crisis response — but a new Inspector General report reveals it's still being strangled by police union restrictions. Host Jane C. Hu digs into the findings with contributors Guy Oron and Brett Hamil. Then they discuss Meta's multi-billion dollar settlement and what it might actually mean for kids online. Finally, they tell you what they are up to this weekend. If you’re a member, stay tuned for a chat about Brett’s experience in Boston, and which city has worse traffic. Learn more about the sponsors of this August 28th episode: Habitat for Humanity Grand Central Bakery Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastSeattle on Instagram, or email us at seattle@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 206-880-3931. For more Seattle news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Seattle. Support City Cast Seattle by becoming a member: membership.citycast.fm/seattle Looking to advertise on City Cast Seattle? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.
Thursday · 38 min
Boeing Field's Deportation Surge, Unemployment Hoops for Striking Workers, and Mourning Dolly Parton
King County recently announced it had hired a flight monitoring and outreach coordinator after advocacy groups had been calling for the county to better monitor ICE’s deportation flights. Today on the show, host Jane C. Hu is joined by guest Josefina Mora-Cheung, director of organizing with La Resistencia, a grassroots organization led by immigrants and people of color who have been oppressed by the immigration enforcement system, to discuss this new role. The two also get into the monitoring La Resistencia has been organizing with volunteers since 2023, the increasing responsibilities for the new county role, and the huge uptick in deportation flights since monitoring began. Then, Jane is joined by contributor Chase Hutchinson and producer Sam J. Leeds to break down a recent change to unemployment benefits for striking workers, to reflect on the life and legacy of the beloved Dolly Parton, and to learn more about a new music festival in Pioneer Square. Learn more about the sponsors of this August 27th episode: Habitat for Humanity Grand Central Bakery Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastSeattle on Instagram, or email us at seattle@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 206-880-3931. For more Seattle news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Seattle. Support City Cast Seattle by becoming a member: membership.citycast.fm/seattle Looking to advertise on City Cast Seattle? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.
Wednesday · 38 min
Is Downtown Seattle Really Bouncing Back?
In July, downtown Seattle saw the most visitors it's had in years. Does that mean downtown is finally bouncing back? Today, Host Jane C. Hu is joined by Jon Scholes of the Downtown Seattle Association to talk about what’s going on downtown: Pike Place’s pedestrianization, the CCTV camera pilot and expansion, and why our office vacancy rate is so high. Plus, Jon talks about what it’s like raising kids downtown, and his hopes for the future. Then Jane is joined by Creative Producer Liam Billingham and Executive Producer Ashley Smith to talk about the latest news in our midweek medley. Finally, Ashley talks about our members' event art walk happening this weekend, which you can join if you become a neighbor! Learn more about the sponsors of this August 26th episode: Habitat for Humanity Grand Central Bakery Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastSeattle on Instagram, or email us at seattle@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 206-880-3931. For more Seattle news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Seattle. Support City Cast Seattle by becoming a member: membership.citycast.fm/seattle Looking to advertise on City Cast Seattle? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.
Tuesday · 34 min
Mayor Wilson Gives Vision Zero a Deadline. Plus, Will the Millionaires Tax Get Repealed?
Contributors Ryan Packer from The Urbanist and Hannah Krieg of The Burner join Jane C. Hu to discuss Mayor Wilson’s executive order directing Seattle’s Department of Transportation to speed up its work towards Vision Zero: eliminating traffic-related deaths. Despite the Washington legislature passing the Millionaires Tax earlier this year, folks will be voting on whether to repeal it in November. The trio get into that issue as well. Plus, they share some good news, like the Seattle Animal Shelter is having a fundraiser contest where you get to vote on cute pet photos! What’s better than that? Learn more about the sponsors of this August 25th episode: Habitat for Humanity Grand Central Bakery Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastSeattle on Instagram, or email us at seattle@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 206-880-3931. For more Seattle news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Seattle. Support City Cast Seattle by becoming a member: membership.citycast.fm/seattle Looking to advertise on City Cast Seattle? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.
August 24 · 39 min
How To Help Unsheltered Families, What Patients Actually Want From Abortion Care, and How the Local News Sausage Gets Made
Dominique Alex, CEO of Mary’s Place, joins Jane C. Hu to discuss the King County Regional Homelessness Authority’s 2026 Point-in-Time Count, which showed not only an increase in unsheltered homelessness in our region but, in particular, an increase in unsheltered families and children. Then journalists Megan Burbank and Adam Willems from CHUM News reveal what a new abortion study found that could inform what future policies look like in Washington state. Plus, an honest chat about how local media decides what to cover – and the role we all play in elevating stories into relevancy. Learn more about the sponsors of this August 24th episode: Habitat for Humanity Grand Central Bakery Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastSeattle on Instagram, or email us at seattle@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 206-880-3931. For more Seattle news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Seattle. Support City Cast Seattle by becoming a member: membership.citycast.fm/seattle Looking to advertise on City Cast Seattle? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.
August 21 · 33 min
What’s Really Going On at the ICE Detention Center? Plus, Fighting for Police Accountability in Federal Way
The push for greater police accountability is ramping up after two incidents involving Federal Way police that resulted in the death of one Black man and the serious injury of another. Sonia Joseph, board chair of the Washington Coalition for Police Accountability, joins Jane C. Hu and contributor Marcus Harrison Green to talk about what happened to these two men, what legislation the coalition is advocating for, and the broader police accountability conversation. Then, Cascadia Journal’s Andy Engelson weighs in on what’s going on with the people detained by ICE at the Northwest Detention Center in Tacoma, and what he saw there at a vigil over the weekend. They also talked about what groups like La Resistencia and Tsuru for Solidarity are doing, and the news that King County has hired someone to monitor immigration transfer and deportation flights at Boeing Field. Finally, Marcus, Jane, and Andy discuss weekend plans including Nonfiction for No Reason, the 98118 Fest, and a tomato party. Plus, if you’re a Neighbor, stick around for Jane and producers Ashley Smith and Lizzie Goldsmith matching up Taylor Swift albums with Seattle neighborhoods. Learn more about the sponsors of this August 21st episode: Seattle Restored Grand Central Bakery Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastSeattle on Instagram, or email us at seattle@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 206-880-3931. For more Seattle news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Seattle. Support City Cast Seattle by becoming a member: membership.citycast.fm/seattle Looking to advertise on City Cast Seattle? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.
August 20 · 38 min
Who’s Really Behind Candlelight Concerts, a New Boeing Whistleblower Documentary, and the Mariners Worst Loss… Ever?!
Today on the podcast, host Jane C. Hu is joined by contributor Chase Hutchinson and the Seattle Times magazine’s arts and culture writer Gemma Wilson to discuss those ads you might have been served for a variety of “candlelight” concerts around Seattle and who is actually behind them. Gemma went down a real journalistic rabbit hole to find out. Then, Jane and Chase are joined by contributor Lex Vaughn to discuss a new documentary that digs into the tumultuous recent history of Boeing and its whistleblowers, as well as the latest on SIFF’s union negotiations, and the worst loss in Mariners history. Learn more about the sponsors of this August 20th episode: Seattle Restored Grand Central Bakery Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastSeattle on Instagram, or email us at seattle@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 206-880-3931. For more Seattle news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Seattle. Support City Cast Seattle by becoming a member: membership.citycast.fm/seattle Looking to advertise on City Cast Seattle? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.
August 19 · 30 min
Seattle Has Good Bagels, Actually. Here’s Where To Get Them
Seattle is continuing to prove it’s a good bagel town. Case in point: our bagel correspondent Sean Keeley announced in his newsletter, It's a Shanda, that Seattle’s very own Hey Bagel, winner of Best Bagel at Bagel Fest West back in April, will be heading to Bagel Fest in New York City this November, along with Sean himself, who will no doubt provide all the carb-fueled updates we crave. With all this bagel news, we decided to revisit our conversation with Sean and Zoe Kahn (aka Zoe in Seattle) from late last year about the best bagels in Seattle, how to celebrate food online, and other food spots they recommend. Learn more about the sponsors of this August 19th episode: Seattle Restored Grand Central Bakery Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastSeattle on Instagram, or email us at seattle@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 206-880-3931. For more Seattle news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Seattle. Support City Cast Seattle by becoming a member: membership.citycast.fm/seattle Looking to advertise on City Cast Seattle? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.
August 18 · 38 min
Hiring a New Police Chief, a New Permit System for RVs, and the Return of Jane C. Hu
Today on the podcast, host Jane C. Hu is back with the team, and producers Liam Billingham and Sam J. Leeds catch her up on the headlines she missed while she was away, including the latest in the Spokane arson arrest, the calls for Mayor Wilson to resign, and orcas in the Ballard locks! Then Jane and Sam are joined by PubliCola’s Erica C. Barnett to break down the latest on Councilmember Dan Strauss’ proposal for creating an RV point-in-time count and permit system as well as what’s going on at the Seattle Police Department since former Chief Shon Barnes resigned. We break down Erica’s interview with interim police chief Andre Sayles, other staffing change ups, and what recruiting a permanent lead for the department might look like. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Seattle Restored Grand Central Bakery Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastSeattle on Instagram, or email us at seattle@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 206-880-3931. For more Seattle news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Seattle. Support City Cast Seattle by becoming a member: membership.citycast.fm/seattle Looking to advertise on City Cast Seattle? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.
August 17 · 33 min
Where To Find Secret Public Spaces, Light Rail Delays Continue, and Listening to Seattle’s History
Today, on his final day of guest hosting (for now), Marcus Harrison Green is joined by Tony Williams to talk about History Link podcast Field Notes, and how learning about the past helps us appreciate and understand where our city came from and where it’s going. Then he is joined by Gossip Guy’s Guy Oron and Executive Producer Ashley to talk about…another light rail delay, this one for West Seattle until 2035. The trio break down what’s happening there and then, finally, talk about the little-known public spots located in private buildings or water access at the end of city streets. Hear what they have to say, and read more on our website! Learn more about the sponsors of this August 17th episode: Seattle Restored Grand Central Bakery Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastSeattle on Instagram, or email us at seattle@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 206-880-3931. For more Seattle news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Seattle. Support City Cast Seattle by becoming a member and get our incredible pennant: membership.citycast.fm/seattle Looking to advertise on City Cast Seattle? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.
August 14 · 33 min
Unpacking Efforts To Recall Mayor Wilson, Black Nerd Magic, and Hawaiian Shave Ice That’s Worth the Line
Today on the podcast, fill-in host Marcus Harrison Green talks to Michael Peterson, one of the organizers behind the Seattle Black Nerd Festival, a celebration of Black creativity, curiosity, fandom, and imagination. The two swap nerd credentials, discuss the importance of spaces where Black nerdiness can be celebrated in all its forms, and what booking Boots Riley as the keynote speaker meant for the festival. Then, contributor Eula Scott Bynoe and guest Charles Douglas III join Marcus to discuss the petition filed this week to recall Mayor Katie Wilson. Marcus asks what it means that the petition has received so much media coverage, outweighing its actual political momentum, and Charles points to a sexist trend in the Seattle politicians who most often receive recall petitions. Finally, the three discuss weekend plans including a cake block party, Hawaiian shave ice, and free wrestling at Belltown Blast. Plus, if you’re a Neighbor, stick around for Marcus and producers Liam and Sam discussing their favorite Seattle lore – made-up slang and pirate radio stories abound. Learn more about the sponsors of this August 14th episode: pFriem Beer Grand Central Bakery Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastSeattle on Instagram, or email us at seattle@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 206-880-3931. For more Seattle news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Seattle. Support City Cast Seattle by becoming a member: membership.citycast.fm/seattle Looking to advertise on City Cast Seattle? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.
August 13 · 36 min
A Seattle-Filmed Movie, Little Saigon Wants a Comeback, and City Council Bans Junk Fees
Today on the podcast, guest host Marcus Green is joined by journalist Yuko Kodama to discuss her recent piece in the South Seattle Emerald about Little Saigon. Is it on the decline, or on the way to a comeback? Then Marcus is joined by creative producer Liam Billingham and Journalist Chase Hutchinson to discuss Seattle City Council’s busy day banning junk fees, predatory calls about selling your home, and also some financial relief for trans refugees. Finally, the trio talks about the new film Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma, and Chase tells us about the film Friend Thing, which is shooting in Seattle, while defending Twilight and also criticizing a George Clooney movie for its stolen Seattle valor. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastSeattle on Instagram, or email us at seattle@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 206-880-3931. For more Seattle news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Seattle. Support City Cast Seattle by becoming a member: membership.citycast.fm/seattle Looking to advertise on City Cast Seattle? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.
August 12 · 34 min
What’s Missing From the Conversation About Youth Violence? Plus, Orcas in the Ballard Locks and Meteor Showers in the Sky
Today on the podcast, fill-in host Marcus Harrison Green is joined by William Hairston, the Director of Impact Programs at Center for Children & Youth Justice, to discuss what it really means to talk about gang violence in Seattle, what programs exist to interrupt youth violence, and what is missing from the conversation about recent shootings. Then Marcus is joined by contributor Brett Hamil and producer Sam J. Leeds to talk about the media’s role in shaping Seattle’s public safety narrative. And finally, Brett, Sam and Marcus discuss orca sightings at the Ballard Locks, tips on seeing the Perseid meteor shower and updates on programs for people impacted by the fires in Washington. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastSeattle on Instagram, or email us at seattle@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 206-880-3931. For more Seattle news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Seattle. Support City Cast Seattle by becoming a member: membership.citycast.fm/seattle Looking to advertise on City Cast Seattle? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.
August 11 · 33 min
Fair Wages for Artists, Controlled Grocery Pricing, and Affordable Housing Déjà Vu
Today on the podcast guest host Marcus Harrison Green is talking all about affordability in Seattle. First, he is joined by Ryan Guzzo Purcell of the Feast theater company to talk about Artists Doing, a one-day show this weekend where a group of artists will make a living wage to produce and present a piece of art. Marcus and Ryan talk about what it takes to make a living as an artist in Seattle, and how it impacts small companies like The Feast. Next Marcus is joined by regular contributors Ryan Packer and Hannah Krieg to talk about legislation to stop dynamic pricing at grocery stores, and the nearly 20 years spent on deciding if Fort Lawton near Discovery Park should become affordable housing. Learn more about the sponsors of this August 11th episode: pFriem Beer Grand Central Bakery Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastSeattle on Instagram, or email us at seattle@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 206-880-3931. For more Seattle news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Seattle. Support City Cast Seattle by becoming a member: membership.citycast.fm/seattle Looking to advertise on City Cast Seattle? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.
August 10 · 35 min
Guy Fieri Is Back, Hot Labor Summer Continues, and the Ethics of AI Education
Today on the podcast, Jane is on vacation. And we are thrilled that City Cast contributor Marcus Harrison Green has stepped in to fill Jane’s (probably very-cool-looking) shoes! First, Marcus speaks with University of Washington professor and archaeologist Ben Marwick about the proposed Artificial Intelligence minor the university is proposing. They speak about the ethics of AI, when it should and shouldn’t be used, and why, actually, an archaeologist who spends most of his time studying technology that is 10,000 years old is a good fit to develop a program focused on AI. Then, Marcus is joined by contributor Chase Hutchinson and creative producer to talk about Neumos security staff unionizing, the proposed expansion of the Gorge (Dave Matthews MONTH, anyone?) and finally, what restaurants Guy Fieri should visit on his next trip to Seattle. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastSeattle on Instagram, or email us at seattle@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 206-880-3931. For more Seattle news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Seattle. Support City Cast Seattle by becoming a member: membership.citycast.fm/seattle Looking to advertise on City Cast Seattle? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.
August 7 · 29 min
‘Your City Could Be Better’: Jane C. Hu Debates Naked Neighbors, Unwelcome Pets, and Other City Life Dilemmas
As much as you love Seattle, city living inherently means sharing space and resources with your neighbors, and y’all certainly have complaints, questions, and quandaries. On our first call-in episode, Seattle’s very own Jane C. Hu joins City Cast DC host Bridget Todd and City Cast CEO David Plotz to respond to your dilemmas, from when it’s acceptable to intervene on a bike path to what to do about that neighbor that really lets it all hang out. Have more city dilemmas? Send them in for our next call-in show. Is there something your city is doing that we should be talking about? Email David now! We’re also on Instagram: @yourcitycouldbebetter Looking to advertise on Your City Could Be Better? Check out our options.
August 6 · 37 min
Primary Elections Results So Far, Big Tech Is Hiding AI Debt, and Chief Barnes’ Legacy Reviewed
Today on the podcast, host Jane C. Hu is joined by independent journalist Erica C. Barnett and tech reporter for the Seattle Times Alex Halverson to break down the three big topics on everyone’s mind: the primary election results, what the heck is going on with AI and big tech, and what is former Police Chief Shon Barnes’ legacy in Seattle? Erica and Jane take a look at the results so far for key races and issues including, the library levy, Sabio-Howell trailing Pederson, Kshama Sawant trailing Adam Smith, and Jenks versus Kang. Alex explains why out-of-state AI companies are contributing to Dreher’s campaign and what it signals about Anthropic and Waymo’s investment in the city. Then, we get into the Q2 earnings for Amazon and Microsoft. Jane asks what the volatility of the tech industry means for Seattle in light of Bloomberg’s reporting that big tech companies are using the same strategy Enron used to hide its debts from investors and lenders to hide debt taken on in building out AI. And finally, Erica walks us through the legacy Shon Barnes leaves behind at the SPD including gender discrimination in hiring, anti-LGBTQ bias, sidelining the CARE department, and more. And she shares what she expects this next hiring process to look like. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Seattle Restored Capitol Hill Block Party Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastSeattle on Instagram, or email us at seattle@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 206-880-3931. For more Seattle news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Seattle. Support City Cast Seattle by becoming a member: membership.citycast.fm/seattle Looking to advertise on City Cast Seattle? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.
August 5 · 35 min
What’s Your Plan for Emergencies? Plus, How To Be a Good Library Card Holder
Today on the podcast, we’re revisiting some recent conversations we’ve had about the city that matter now, like how to be prepared and where to go in case of an emergency. First of all, with the primary election this week asking us to vote on an increased library levy, we revisit a conversation with Tom Fay of The Seattle Public Library about the challenges of digital holds and e-books for the library, how to be a good library card holder, and the most important question: is listening to an audiobook the same as reading? Then, Jane speaks with Cindy Barker of the Seattle Emergency Hub Network, who are doing a practice run for supporting neighbors during earthquakes on August 15. Cindy talks about how the movement got started, what to do in case of emergency, and how to start your own local emergency hub if your neighborhood doesn’t have one. Finally, Jane speaks with Hannah Krieg of the Burner and creative producer Liam Billingham about what is in their emergency go bag, and who they want on their team in case of a zombie apocalypse. Learn more about the sponsors of this August 5th episode: Seattle Restored Capitol Hill Block Party Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastSeattle on Instagram, or email us at seattle@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 206-880-3931. For more Seattle news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Seattle. Support City Cast Seattle by becoming a member: membership.citycast.fm/seattle Looking to advertise on City Cast Seattle? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.
August 4 · 34 min
Should Seattle’s Police Chief Live Here Full Time? Plus, Spokane Fire Resources and a New Ballard Light Rail Timeline
Today on the show, host Jane C. Hu is joined by contributors Hannah Krieg and Guy Oron to discuss the fires currently burning in Spokane. With more than 700 structures burned and more than 60,000 people evacuated, these fires are the most destructive in Washington history. Jane checks in on Hannah’s family who live in the city and shares ways to support fire evacuees including: the H.O.M.E. Stars Here Fund and the Spokane Complex Wildfire Response Fund. Then we break down former Seattle Police Chief Shon Barnes’ resignation, as well as his interim replacement Andre Sayles and Jane asks about residency expectations for a major city’s police chief given the often transient nature of the job. Finally, Jane, Hannah and Guy discuss the new timeline for the Ballard light rail as well as the derailment over the weekend. Learn more about the sponsors of this August 4th episode: Seattle Restored Capitol Hill Block Party Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastSeattle on Instagram, or email us at seattle@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 206-880-3931. For more Seattle news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Seattle. Support City Cast Seattle by becoming a member: membership.citycast.fm/seattle Looking to advertise on City Cast Seattle? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

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