@everytown.bsky.social is hosting a Brown University Community Support Call today 12/19 at noon. Anyone who has been personally impacted by the shooting may attend including witnesses, loved ones, and community members navigating the trauma of the tragedy. everytownsupportfund.org/wp-content/u...

I am so relieved that the suspect in Saturday's shooting at Brown has been identified. He was found dead in Salem, NH. Now our community can come together to heal, support victims, and send love and light to MukhammadAziz Umurzokov and Ella Cook. May their memories be a blessing.

I’m going to go get MINE, and you should do the same. Thank you, Frog and Toad!

I agree—kudos to the @browndailyherald.bsky.social for great and reliable reporting.

Message from St. Stephens Church: Please join us for a Community Service of Lament, Healing and Hope for Brown University Tuesday, December 15, 7:00PM, 114 George Street, Providence.

The Providence School Board Region One Applicants Forum originally scheduled for Tuesday, December 16, 2025 will be postponed until early January. The City will share the details of the rescheduled forum as soon as they are available.

At tonight’s press briefing at the Providence Public Safety Complex, Mayor Smiley, Chief of Police Oscar Perez, and RI Attorney General Peter Neronha shared that the person of interest who was detained is being released. Read more and find ways to help here: mailchi.mp/9b0b73cd090d...

Rhode Islanders, the @ribloodcenter.bsky.social has let us know that there's an urgent need for blood donations. They're open with extended hours today. Please donate today or ASAP. www.ribc.org

In light of what we are experiencing as a community, Ward 3 Councilor Sue AnderBois has postponed tonight's scheduled Holiday Lights Celebration, which was originally planned for 7:00 pm at Lippitt Park. However, we will still gather as a community at Lippitt Park at 5:00 pm.

If you're on or near the Brown campus, please know that some streets will remain closed as the investigation continues. I will continue to share information as it's released.

Per the 7am press briefing, I am grateful to the PVD Police, RI State Police, FBI and others for apprehending a person of interest in the Brown shooting investigation. The shelter in place order has been lifted.

Press briefing scheduled for 7 am happening soon re Brown shootings—please follow reputable sources for best info.

I am sharing updates that I've sent out through the Ward 2 newsletter here with an update. There's a new tip line for Providence Police for relevant information: 401-652-5767. Please stay safe and take care of each other. mailchi.mp/1efad23797fe...

Press conference starting soon. Please tune in to www.wpri.com/watch/12-new... or other channel for updates.

Tip line number is 401-272-1111

Providence Police Commander Timothy O’Hara urges residents who live in the vicinity of the shooting to check their home security cameras for any footage that could help the investigation. If you see something suspicious - please immediately call 911.

7 PM: Providence Police Commander Timothy O’Hara urges residents who live in the vicinity of the shooting to check their home security cameras for any footage that could help the investigation. https://www.wpri.com/news/local-news/providence/brown-university-reports-active-shooter/ 

Neighbors, check your video doorbell cameras and call 911 or 272-3111 if you have information. Suspect is a male dressed in black.

Per ongoing news conference, a male suspect dressed in black may still be at large. Call 911 or 272-3111 if you have information. Stay inside and stay away.

Please follow updates here. Two confirmed dead, 8 injured. Situation still active. STAY INSIDE, STAY AWAY. My prayers to everyone involved and gratitude to emergency responders. www.wpri.com/watch/12-new...

The situation on Brown’s campus is ongoing. Campus still in lockdown. Neighbors, stay inside. Others, stay away. Praying for everyone who is involved.

Update: scene still active, shooter not in custody. Stay safe and stay away.

Providence folks: lease stay away from the Brown campus until further notice.

“It's not my duty as Mayor to make sure you have a parking spot. For me it's the same as if you bought a cow, or a refrigerator, and then asked me where you're going to put them.” — Mayor of Pontevedra, Spain (re-elected 6 times)

Thank you, Ward 2!

Thanks for joining me to greet voters, @sueanderbois.bsky.social! And thanks to all of the voters who are braving this less than perfect weather to cast your votes, and the poll workers who are making all of this happen. Truly grateful!

ELECTION DAY IS TODAY, Tuesday, December 2! It is deeply humbling to be the Democratic candidate in today’s Ward 2 General Election. Whether or not you cast your primary vote for me, you demonstrated that you love this community and you are willing to work for its future.

For those who are voting in the Ward 2 Providence City Council special election, the general election is TOMORROW, Tuesday, December 2. The polls will be open from 7:00 am-8:00 pm. You will vote in the same place as the 11/4 primary, and you can check your polling place here: vote.sos.ri.gov

What to do with the kids when they come home for Thanksgiving? They can be like Henry and vote early!

On Sunday, November 23 from 9 am-1 pm at City Hall, you can vote early in person for the Ward 2 Providence City Council election!

Get off our streets, ICE. You are the criminals. And thanks for the great reporting, @wpri12.bsky.social.

Thanks, Katrina!!

Enjoy this gifted link from the NYTimes about Iowa City's free bus program and the benefits of reduced automobile usage.

just learned we won an award for our blog post about Tom Holland and stormwater management. remember, when you see an article about stormwater management, you repost it. i don’t make the rules.

Voters in the Ward 2 PVD City Council election, the Board of Canvassers has expanded early voting hours! You can vote in person early at City Hall from now-12/2, 8:30 am-4:30 pm. On 11/20, early voting will remain open until 7:00 pm. Early voting will also be open on 11/23, 9:00 am-1:00 pm.

Providence Ward 2 voters, a reminder to make a plan to vote again! You can vote early ahead of the 12/2/25 general election at City Hall on weekdays, 8:30 am-4:30 pm. Early voting will also be open on Sunday, 11/23/25, 9:00 am-1:00 pm. On 12/1/25, early voting will close at 4:00 pm. Thank you!

Providence Ward 2 voters: today, November 12, is the deadline to submit a mail ballot application ahead of the December 2 general election. You can do so here: mailballot.sos.ri.gov

Good news! And keep giving to @rifoodbank.bsky.social, @rifoundation.bsky.social's Community Partner Resilience Fund, the Elisha Project, or elsewhere to make sure people can eat and feel safe as the days get shorter and colder. Our neighbors still need your help, so if you can share, please do.

Walking around Ward 2 to speak to neighbors, I’ve found reminders of how unique our community is. Every voice in Ward 2 matters, and I am happy to have heard so many of your voices leading up to Election Day. Vote in the City Council special election tomorrow between 7am and 8pm.

I am so proud to have the support of so many community members across Providence. Neighbors across Ward 2 agree that my experience and dedication make me a perfect addition to the Providence City Council. To learn more about why people support my campaign, visit jilldavidsonri.com/wedo

Don’t forget to set your clocks back tonight and don’t forget to vote on Tuesday!

For six years I’ve worked for the Woonasquatucket River Watershed Council where I’ve fought for clean water, green space, and climate resilience. The East Side is experiencing the impact of a changing climate. I have the experience to help our city. To learn more about me, visit jilldavidsonri.com

At a moment of crisis for 25,000 households in Providence and many thousands more statewide who will lose SNAP benefits on November 1, please join me and donate to the Rhode Island Community Food Bank, which is leading statewide response to ensure that our neighbors have food. rifoodbank.org/donate/

For me, public education isn’t just policy. It’s personal. I spent years leading PTAs and working to strengthen our schools. When Nathan Bishop Middle School needed a voice, I stood with families to make sure it stayed open. To learn more about me, visit jilldavidsonri.com and don’t forget to vote!

@jilld.bsky.social Davidson's powerful words to Ward 2: What I have done in Providence for 20 years is make a difference by connecting with neighbors, talking to parents and schools, talking to citizens who live along the river, talking to everybody to make sure we can come together to make change.

Proud to be endorsed by amazing organizations, unions, and neighbors! Thank you to @seiu1199nw.bsky.social, @climateactionri.org, @pvdstreets.bsky.social and all of my neighborhood supporters. To learn why neighbors support me for Ward 2 Providence City Council, visit jilldavidsonri.com/wedo

Thank you to Jewish Alliance of Greater RI and Temple Beth-El for hosting a highly attended Ward 2 Candidate Forum last night! I am deeply grateful for the opportunity to share how I plan to serve if elected to PVD City Council. To learn more about me and support my campaign visit jilldavidsonri.com

I understand how important affordability is to families across the East Side and, if elected to City Council, am prepared to stabilize rent increases, fight utilities that gouge customers, and more. Visit jilldavidsonri.com to learn more about me, and don’t forget to vote on or before 11/4!

Miriam says “I’m voting for Jill because she has the strongest record of community engagement of anyone in this race.” Visit www.jilldavidsonri.com/wedo to learn more about me and why my neighbors support my campaign for Providence City Council.

🗳️Early voting is underway! Make a plan to vote on or before Tuesday, November 4th. You can vote early at Providence City Hall during business hours. Visit jilldavidsonri.com/wedo to see my supporters and learn why you too should support my campaign for Ward 2 Providence City Council!