Providence Mayor Brett Smiley appeared on 12 News at 4 on Wednesday to talk about key topics affecting the city. He discussed plans and preparations for the upcoming school year, highlighting efforts to support students and ensure a smooth academic experience.…
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…
The historic three-story wood-frame building at 113 Broadway in Providence’s Federal Hill, home to tire shops for over a century, is slated for demolition. Originally built before 1875, the site operated as Columbia Repair Shop, later Broadway Tire Sales, and…
A 17-year-old suspect has been held without bail following a multi-day hearing related to a murder that occurred in Providence in 2024. The teen is charged with the shooting death of a 17-year-old victim. The hearing examined the circumstances of the case, but…
The Law Enforcement Officers’ Bill of Rights (LEOBOR) panel has ruled that Sgt. Joseph Hanley can return to the Providence Police Department despite footage from April 2020 showing him beating a handcuffed suspect. The incident, which sparked public outrage, l…
Authorities have arrested suspects linked to a bank robbery that took place in June 2023 at the Santander Bank on Atwells Avenue in Federal Hill. The heist resulted in the theft of nearly $500,000. Law enforcement officials tracked down and apprehended the ind…
A 59-year-old woman from Providence was found dead inside a car parked on the Rhode Island College (RIC) campus Monday night. City police responded to the scene and investigated the circumstances surrounding her death. Authorities reported no signs of foul pla…
Letters to the editor responding to Providence’s upcoming referendum on divesting from Israel reveal deep divisions in public opinion. One letter criticizes U.S. military actions and calls for divestment from domestic war-related industries and government agen…
Jennifer, a longtime resident of Providence, has witnessed many changes in the city since the era of Suicide Circle, the Dancing Cop, and Buddy Cianci. She enjoys spending her time walking and shopping in her local Hope Street neighborhood. This glimpse into h…
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…
Providence’s Downtown Beer Pavilion at 195 District Park Pavilion officially opened on July 17 after years of planning, delays, and $7 million in costs associated with relocating a highway and redeveloping the land. Operated by The Guild brewery, which has loc…
