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Distinctively Rhode Island. Your local PBS & NPR Station ⚓️
Providence, Rhode Island
Joined February 2009
The Public's Radio is an independent, nonprofit news organization committed to providing the people of Rhode Island and Southeastern Massachusetts with quality journalism and compelling storytelling that is freely available to anyone who seeks it out.
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A Brown University professor told our Ben Berke that the mass shooting happened in a review session for the final exam of her Economics course. She was not there, but talked to a teaching assistant who led the session:
A Brown University professor just told me the shooting broke out in a review session for her economics class. She relayed an account of the shooting from her TA, who was there. I’ve reported that account here
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At least two dead and eight hospitalized in shooting at Brown University:
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Students, staff and the neighboring public are urged to shelter in place
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Students, staff and the neighboring public are urged to shelter in place:
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Students, staff and the neighboring public are urged to shelter in place
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In honor of National Pit Bull Awareness Month, meet Mouse — the rescued pit bull who found a new purpose with the Warwick Police Department. Watch her story here:
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"Five decades after the greatest drama ever staged at Fenway Park — Game 6 of the 1975 World Series — I still shake my head, smile, and then laugh in disbelief at what I witnessed from my auxiliary press box seat overlooking the third base line." https://t.co/wPoUCFnJG7
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The young sports editor for the Woonsocket Call witnessed Carlton Fisk’s epic 12th-inning home run that ended 4 hours and 1 minute of Game 6 World Series drama
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A new study finds @universityofri is well-positioned to help solve Rhode Island’s growing shortage of primary care physicians — and could help keep top local students and talent in-state. Watch the full interview here:
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The frequency of mass shootings is a distinctly American problem, yet there’s little agreement about what to do about this. Rhode Island-based author @billkole and @IanDonnis discuss. Watch the full interview here:
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Should you still get the COVID vaccine? Rhode Island Department of Health Director says yes. Watch the full interview here:
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The speakership is often called the most powerful political job in Rhode Island. So why is House Speaker Joe Shekarchi seriously considering running for governor? Watch the full interview here:
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Providence featured this week in @WSJ ! This iconic Rhode Island building has a strong history but an uncertain future. Learn more about the status of the Superman Building here:
In today’s office downturn, many cities are pockmarked with iconic office towers whose owners are struggling to figure out a second act. As they sit dark year after year, they grow costlier to fix. 🔗 https://t.co/d7mp0jlB9Z
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RI Attorney General Peter Neronha says he’s stepping away from politics at the end of his term. Neronha also made clear: he won’t be backing the current governor. 🔗 Read more: https://t.co/RR4qxBe7Lh
#RhodeIsland #BreakingNews #RIPolitics #Election2026 #PeterNeronha
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With the federal shutdown of the 988 “press 3” service for LGBTQ+ youth, Samaritans South Coast and Rhode Island’s call center are expanding culturally competent training to fill the gap in suicide prevention care. Learn more:
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With the federal shutdown of the 988 “press 3” service for LGBTQ+ youth, Samaritans South Coast and Rhode Island’s call center are expanding culturally competent training to fill the gap in suicide...
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Do you think Taylor Swift will get married in Rhode Island? Comment your thoughts below ⬇️ Watch the full debate here:
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Trump wants to scrap mail-in ballots & voting machines before next year’s midterms. @KenBlockRI joins the conversation on election integrity. Watch the full interview here:
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Butler Hospital and the union representing more than 700 hospital workers announced on Monday that they reached a tentative agreement to end the three-month-long strike. https://t.co/RlDfStT50W
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If approved, the deal would end a three-month strike at the psychiatric hospital that has forced the hospital to close nearly 100 beds
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Learn about Brown University's capitulation to the Trump administration with Weayonnoh Nelson-Davies of the Economic Progress Institute and political contributor Pablo Rodriguez. Watch the full interview now:
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VFAF LEGAL NOTICE - VFAF Impersonator Edward Butch Conz Served with Permanent Court Injunction for Conz to operate anything related to VFAF in any state. Conz was found in Contempt of Court and ordered to pay Sanctions. Merry Christmas STATE OF GEORGIA L-STRATEGIES, LLC,
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Join Rhode Island PBS & The Public’s Radio for an exclusive preview screening of Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale at The Jane Pickens Theatre & Event Center in Newport, RI. Donate to get your tickets now:
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Is Brown University’s settlement with the Trump administration really a win-win? Plus, Helena Foulkes’ campaign brings in a big name, and RIPTA riders speak out on looming funding cuts. @hummel_report @IanDonnis Watch the full interview now:
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📚 Looking for something fun to do this August? The Community Libraries of Providence have you covered! Click here to learn more: https://t.co/Y5vEQUT2B6
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What will the future of the Superman Building be? @IanDonnis and @hummel_report discuss their insights and more:
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/1🚨BREAKING — AFL has filed a federal lawsuit against @BauschLomb for unlawful racial discrimination in board appointments.
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