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With August Primaries Approaching: How Do Democracy Vouchers Work? Plus, How To Make Friends In Seattle

Today on the show, host Jane C. Hu sits down with City Cast CEO David Plotz to talk about Democracy Vouchers. With August primaries coming up, it felt like a good time to refocus on one of Seattle’s most iconic political innovations. For the last decade, Seattle has issued $100 in vouchers to every voter to donate to the candidate of their choice in municipal elections. For the August primary this applies to residents of District 5. Jane and David discuss how these Democracy Vouchers work, how many people are participating, and what the impact on local elections has been. Plus, is the “Seattle Freeze” a real thing? Learn more about the sponsor of this July 13th episode: Seattle Theatre Group Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastSeattle on Instagram, or email us at [email protected]. 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.

MLB draft: Seattle Mariners load up on major-college players during final day

The Mariners went heavy on major-college position players on the final day of the MLB draft, starting with the selection of Florida outfielder Hayden Yost in the fifth round.

Storied WA state park in central Puget Sound at a crossroads

Washington State Parks leaders are weighing a difficult decision on how to move forward at Blake Island Marine State Park, mere miles from downtown Seattle.

In terrifying seconds, bison charges, flips WA man in Yellowstone

A rampaging bison in Yellowstone National Park hooked a Kendall, Wash., man who was trying to run away from it, then tossed him about 8 feet into the air.

Mariners’ Kade Anderson, Ryan Sloan shine at MLB Futures Game; next stop, Seattle?

The Mariners’ top two pitching prospects each threw a scoreless inning for the American League during the MLB All-Star Futures Game

Highway 2 near Leavenworth to close for repairs this week

The highway washed out this winter during December’s historic floods. Workers spent weeks to bring it back online in February. But more work remains.

Wildfire near Quincy prompts evacuation orders

A fire south of Quincy is up to 280 acres, near the Gorge Amphitheatre and a popular hiking destination.

Reign shut out rival Thorns for first win at Lumen Field this season

The Reign played a complete match, especially from keeper Cassie Miller in goal, to beat their Cascadia rival 2-0 Sunday at Lumen Field.

Photos: Thorns at Reign FC

Seattle Storm scuffle down stretch in loss to Washington Mystics

Natisha Hiedeman scored a career-high 31 points, but the Storm’s offense went cold in the fourth quarter and careless turnovers led to a disappointing loss against the Mystics.

Mariners snap skid, enter All-Star break on high note

The Mariners snapped a five-game losing streak Sunday and entered the All-Star break with an 8-2 win over the Rays.

This star just ate a planet, and it’s not done yet

A star 1,300 light-years away appears to have just consumed one world and is gearing up for seconds.