Ocean State Media

12/18/2025

Providence police want to talk with another person seen in the vicinity of the Brown engineering building around the time of the Saturday campus shooting. Authorities released new images of that person Tuesday. They continue to seek another person of interest in connection with the case. The manhunt continues to be the top priority for state and federal law enforcement. The gunman remains at large.

12/17/2025

Ian Donnis sits down state Attorney General Peter Neronha to discuss the latest on the investigation into the mass shooting on the Brown University campus that left two students dead and nine people injured: https://youtu.be/uzXHT6W5rRY

12/15/2025

In the aftermath of Saturday’s Brown University shooting, we spoke with students, neighborhood residents, and people who work at and own local businesses on College Hill about how they’re processing what happened.

In the aftermath of Saturday’s Brown University shooting, we spoke with students, neighborhood residents, and people who work at and own local businesses on ...

12/14/2025

2 dead, 9 wounded in shooting at Brown University; suspect still at large. Brown professor says shooting happened in a study session for her economics class:

Brown professor says shooting happened in a study session for her economics class

12/13/2025

Brown University officials and local law enforcement reported an active shooter situation on the Providence campus on Saturday. As of 5:11 p.m. the school urged people to shelter in place and said police do not have a suspect in custody.

Learn more:

Students, staff and the neighboring public are urged to shelter in place

12/05/2025

Your is here 🎉

Looking for something to do around Rhode Island and the South Coast? We’ve got you:

🌟 “La Cuesta Mágica” at Teatro ECAS
🎄 Bristol Christmas Festival
🗞️ A conversation on news media in the misinformation age
🎶 Concerts by OSM favorites Nova One, Hawk in the Nest, Jake Blount, and The Vox Hunters

Tap the link in bio for the full rundown — and go make some local magic this weekend. ✨

12/01/2025

Ocean State Media has your tickets to attend this magical performance on Sunday, December 21, at 6:30 pm! 🩰

This cherished holiday tradition returns with sparkle, magic, and Rhode Island flair. With stunning choreography by Yury Yanowsky, beloved Tchaikovsky music, and a cast of Ballet RI company dancers and local youth, The Nutcracker is a timeless celebration of wonder, imagination, and the joy of the season.

For just $150, you can get 2 tickets to The Nutcracker PLUS a 1-year Ocean State Media Membership!

🎟️ Get your tickets now: https://www.oceanstatemedia.org/support/events/the-nutcracker

11/25/2025

Researchers at the University of Rhode Island and the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management to spend five years on a comprehensive study of Rhode Island’s wild turkey population:

Researchers at URI and the state Department of Environmental Management to spend five years on a comprehensive study of Rhode Island’s wild turkey population

11/24/2025

Ocean State Media has your tickets to attend the opening night performance of Water for Elephants!

The critically acclaimed, bestselling novel comes to life in a unique, spectacle-filled new musical!

For just $150, you get 2 tickets to Water for Elephants on Tuesday, December 2 at 7:00 pm PLUS a 1-year Ocean State Media membership.

Get your tickets now: https://www.oceanstatemedia.org/support/events/water-for-elephants-at-ppac

11/21/2025

Nearly two years after the Washington Bridge closure, how's business nearby?

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Nearly two years after the Washington Bridge closure, how's business nearby? This week on Lively, Jim Hummel checks in with entrepreneurs to find out how the...

11/18/2025

Thank you to everyone who came to celebrate !

This weekend's event was so much fun and really showed the power of community and learning. Ocean State Media is always here as your friendly neighbor, and we can't wait to see you all again soon!

11/18/2025

Rhode Island’s state government now spends more than $14 billion a year. And recent estimates suggest the state is facing a big budget crunch for the fiscal year that starts on July 1.

Learn more: https://www.oceanstatemedia.org/economy/rhode-islands-14-billion-budget-five-things-to-know