City of Providence in the news

Providence is looking for two Christmas trees, a 35-40 foot tree for City Hall and a 15-20 foot tree for the Providence Rink, with nominations due by November 7th and the lighting ceremony on December 5th.

A Providence City Council committee reviewed a non-binding resolution against Brown University's plan to demolish two houses on Brook Street for a new economics building.

Providence residents recently elected progressive candidates and will vote on November 3rd whether to divest from Israel.

Providence Police Chief Perez attributes the city's crime issues to a "10% criminal element" while defending the justice system's integrity following a high-profile stabbing by a repeat offender.

Brown University is waiving its $80 undergraduate application fee for all Providence public school students to encourage local enrollment.

The Providence City Council Committee on Public Works approved a downtown no-turn-on-red ordinance with a reduced fine and limited scope, aiming for pedestrian safety.

David Morales, a frontrunner for Providence mayor, has begun his transition by appointing June Rose and Jenn Steinfeld to lead his team, while also seeking new hires for his administration.

Republican candidate Dave Talan, 77, seeks to become Providence mayor, hoping to sway voters who previously supported Mayor Smiley.

A Providence School Board member called for Superintendent Dr. Javier Montañez to resign due to allegations of retaliation, discrimination, and a toxic work environment, while another board member called for an investigation into the claims.

A disciplinary panel reinstated Providence Police Sergeant Joseph Hanley after a 45-day suspension for excessive force, a decision the City of Providence is appealing.

Miguel Sanchez is poised to become the next president of Providence's City Council, supported by the Democratic caucus.

The Providence Board of Contract & Supply approved 30 contract items, opened bids for various projects, and approved new bid advertisements.

Providence's DPW deputy director, Maureen McManus, exited her role through a separation agreement including a financial settlement and non-disparagement clause.

Providence City Councilor Miguel Sanchez has garnered sufficient backing to become the next City Council President, aiming to collaborate with Mayor-elect David Morales on key city initiatives.

Democratic Socialists Miguel Sanchez and David Morales are set to hold the top two positions in Providence government, with Sanchez as City Council President and Morales expected to become Mayor.

Providence City Councilor Miguel Sanchez announced he has secured enough support to become the next City Council president, aiming for a progressive agenda with potential new mayor David Morales.

Providence announced new winter electricity rates of 16.929 cents per kilowatt-hour for its Community Electricity program, effective from November to April 2027.

Providence has enacted an ordinance mandating automatic referral of eligible youth to a community-based Juvenile Hearing Board for nonviolent offenses, aiming to reduce criminal justice system involvement and address racial disparities.

The City of Providence announced new winter electricity rates for its Community Electricity Program, offering a lower default rate than RI Energy while providing more clean energy and including bill credits.

A new food pantry opened at the Juanita Sanchez Education Complex in Providence to provide nutritious food for students and their families, supported by various community partners and sponsored by the Providence Bruins.