Rich Laliberte (Motif): Can you tell our readers about your journey, from youth and how it brought you to this moment in local politics? Yulyana Torres: I was born here in Providence to two Dominican immigrant parents who are also educators in the Providence Public School system. I was very fortunate to grow up around […]
Artificial intelligence became a mainstream sensation in late 2022, its flames fanned by the launch of OpenAI’s ChatGPT. What was previously a high-tech field became a highly visible mass-market product, carrying with it a minefield of ethical considerations. There are pros and cons at every turn, but one thing is clear: AI is a double-edged […]
“A-wop-bop-a-loo-bop! A-wop-bam-boom!” BY ALISON O’DONNELL ON JUNE 27, 2026 Grease is the word at Theatre By The Sea as Producer Bill Hanney proudly presents the popular classic musical, with book, music, and lyrics by Jim Jacobs and Warren Casey. Leave it to Artistic Director Kevin P. Hill to give us a foot-tapping, feel-good production that […]
Music lovers flocked to neighborhoods on the East Side recently to hear some of Rhode Island’s best musical talent. And, unlike concerts that are becoming ever less affordable, Porchfest is always free. All the bands donated their considerable time and talent. The first Porchfest was the seed that has sprouted musical flowers. Back in 2023, […]
Heat Advisory in effect from July 14, 11:00 AM EDT until July 15, 08:00 PM EDT At Providence, a Heat Advisory is effective Tue, Jul 14, 11am, to Wed, Jul 15, 8pm. Afternoon temperatures/heat indices are likely Tue 94°F/99°F and Wed 94°F/98°F, which can be dangerously life-threatening. Chance of rain will reach 30% Wed afternoon, […]
Extreme Heat Warning in effect from July 1, 10:00 AM EDT until July 4, 08:00 PM EDT At Providence, an Extreme Heat Warning is effective Wed, Jul 1, 10am to Sat, Jul 4, 8pm. Afternoon temperatures/heat indices are likely Wed 93°F/100°F, Thu 99°F/109°F, Fri 98°F/106°F, and Sat 96°F/101°F, which can be dangerously life-threatening. Peak heat […]