Providence, RI news on Saturday, October 17, 2026

In Providence, RI on Saturday, October 17, 2026: Rolled vehicle at Providence Place, early voting today. Also: Today: WaterFire Providence illuminates for United Way of Rhode Island's centennial celebration; Today: No Kings volunteers at Hope Street Farmers Market promoting early voting. Weather: Cool and mostly clear today, 37–51°F with light winds.

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Headlines

Crews responded to a rolled-over vehicle near Providence Place 3 hours ago.WJAR · Oct 17, 7:05 PM

News & local government

Council president introduced ordinance to ban automated license plate readers in Providence.Providence City Council (.gov) · Oct 16, 10:32 AM
Providence Council sent Flock camera ban to committee and approved tax abatements.Uprise RI · Oct 17, 1:04 AM

Safety & emergencies

A person was injured after a reported robbery in Providence; investigation ongoing.WJAR · Oct 16, 9:24 PM

Traffic & transport

RIDOT will shut down I-195 next month for bridge demolition; plan accordingly.WPRI.com · Oct 16, 9:25 PM

Events & going out

Today: WaterFire Providence illuminates for United Way of Rhode Island's centennial celebration.WJAR · Oct 17, 9:39 PM
Today: No Kings volunteers at Hope Street Farmers Market promoting early voting.News From The States · Oct 17, 12:13 PM
Upcoming: 'Sabrina the Teenage Witch' cast 30th anniversary reunion coming to Providence.WJAR · Oct 15, 7:42 PM

Housing & real estate

Cottage on Williams Street in Providence listed for $1,195,000.Go Local Prov · Oct 17, 2:24 AM

Schools & kids

Providence leaders celebrated the opening of Spaziano PK-8 School's upper campus.WJAR · Oct 16, 2:44 PM
Providence seeks state approval for new career and technical education programs.Uprise RI · Oct 16, 12:33 PM

Sports

Today: PCD vs North Providence girls varsity volleyball, live stream available.NFHS Network · Oct 17, 12:00 PM
Today: PCD vs Lincoln girls varsity soccer, live stream available.NFHS Network · Oct 16, 7:08 PM

Culture & arts

Providence comedy film 'Bottled Up' screened at New York film festival.The Providence Journal · Oct 17, 5:03 AM

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