At its July 27 meeting, the Providence Historic District Commission approved the demolition of a deteriorating building at 113 Broadway, a former tire shop vacant since early 2023. The wood-frame structure, clad in brick veneer added in the early 20th century,…
Nadine Jean-Baptiste, a supervisor at the Rhode Island Department of Human Services (DHS), pleaded guilty in federal court on Wednesday to charges of fraud and conspiracy related to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). The charges stem from he…
Ward 10 City Council candidate Aubrey Planitz held a community discussion on July 30 at the Washington Park Library, addressing key neighborhood concerns such as education, housing, pollution, and public safety. Incumbent Council Member Pedro Espinal did not a…
The Providence Eye is hosting 11 candidate forums for Providence’s city council elections to help voters make informed decisions. With elections coming up in September and November, the forums focus on local issues like pedestrian safety, childhood asthma, and…
An ethics complaint was filed against Rhode Island Representative Joe Shekarchi on the same day he resigned as House Speaker and applied for the vacant position in May. The Rhode Island Ethics Commission, which oversees ethical conduct among public officials,…
On July 31, 2026, the Arts and Culture Trust (ACT) joined Mayor Brett P. Smiley, Councilwoman Shelley Peterson, RIPTA representatives including Chris Durand and Julia Evelyn, artist Greg Pennisten, and community members to celebrate the unveiling of new transi…
Providence’s mayoral race features incumbent Democrat Brett Smiley facing State Representative David Morales in the September 9 primary, with the winner to challenge Independent Allen Waters in the November general election. Early voting begins August 20. Mora…
The Providence Eye sent questionnaires to all City Council candidates, including Democrats, Republicans, and Independents, as part of its election coverage. Only Democrats and Republicans will appear on the primary ballot on September 9, with winners advancing…
Providence, Rhode Island, is poised to become the first U.S. city where voters will decide on a citizen-led ballot measure to divest municipal funds from foreign countries and entities involved in genocide, war crimes, occupation, or apartheid. Activists from…
Former House Speaker Joseph Shekarchi was among five candidates who appeared before the Judicial Nominating Commission on Tuesday as finalists for a vacancy on the Rhode Island Supreme Court. The commission is tasked with evaluating applicants and recommending…
Rhode Island officials announced plans to create a comprehensive database of electric and hybrid vehicles registered in the state. The initiative aims to provide critical information to emergency responders, particularly firefighters, to improve safety when ad…
In 2024, Collier Point Park, a key public waterfront space on Providence’s South Side, was abruptly closed without public notice, remaining inaccessible for months. This closure prompted the Providence Preservation Society to list the park as one of the city’s…
