Good morning, Providence.

For nearly three years, Entrepreneurship for All Rhode Island has helped launch 31 local businesses with over $77,000 in seed funding by providing free bilingual training and mentorship to underserved entrepreneurs — executive director Laura Guillen said the organization will work to boost its 12-week accelerator program by at least 10 percent.

After a 70-hour investigation, police in Cranston found a missing nonverbal woman with autism alive inside a parked car on Sunday—she was taken to Rhode Island Hospital and her caregiver was arrested for abuse and neglect.

Family members of nonverbal Linda DaLomba confronted caregiver Roberta Gerard after her court appearance Monday as the woman was found safe after being missing for 70 hours—Gerard now faces charges of abuse and neglect including a felony for exploiting an adult.

Today, WPRI Channel 12 celebrates its 70th birthday with a week of stories that revisit its seven decades of news and local history.

The station has digitized old tapes and will show classic clips + share interviews with longtime anchors to honor its journey.

At a large Match Day event on March 21, Brown University’s Warren Alpert Medical School placed 142 medical students into residency programs after four years of study—students opened red envelopes amid cheers from family and faculty.

The occasion marked the end of a rigorous application process and the start of clinical training for the new residents.

Researchers at Brown University used a new model to reconstruct Meltwater Pulse 1a—a sudden sea level rise of up to 65 feet that began with modest melting over North America and then spread to Europe, Asia, and West Antarctica—with the goal of improving future sea level predictions as ice sheets melt today.

More than one year after the westbound Washington Bridge was shut down in December due to broken anchor rods, state Rep. June Speakman and lawmakers say key questions about the incident still remain unanswered.

RIDOT will announce on June 6 the plan, cost, and timeline for a new bridge—while critics call for better inspections to ensure all bridges stay safe.

The 2025 RIIL boys tennis season begins match play on March 28 with a new division format—featuring changes in team alignments and competitive matchups like Barrington and La Salle—and local standout players such as Connor Ainley, Joe Cavanagh, and Derek Chen are expected to vie for championship honors.

Wee Wednesdays at Roger Williams Park Botanical Center

Weekly program for preschoolers aged 2-4 featuring nature-themed activities, crafts, and exploration at the Botanical Center.

JLC Live: New England Residential Construction Trade Event

JLC Live is a premier trade event for residential construction in New England, featuring hands-on clinics, product demonstrations, and networking opportunities for industry professionals.

The Wizard of Oz - Musical

7:30-9 p.m. — Stadium Theatre — Tickets from $29 — Experience the beloved classic with enchanting songs and unforgettable characters along the Yellow Brick Road.

Aziz Ansari Live Comedy Show

Award-winning comedian Aziz Ansari will perform live at the Providence Performing Arts Center, showcasing his acclaimed comedic talent and recent works.

Live Music Event Featuring Voices In Vain, Cooked, Edict, and Wichita Pete

The Hammer Collective presents a matinee live music event featuring local bands Voices In Vain, Cooked, Edict, and Wichita Pete & the Washboards at Alchemy in Providence, Rhode Island.

Date Night - Tuscany

6:00 – 8:30 PM — Chef Walters Cooking School — $ — Experience the flavors of Tuscany in a beautifully themed culinary evening.

The Tempest

7:30-11:30 p.m. | Trinity Repertory Company | Ticket prices vary | Experience a captivating performance of La Tempestad live from the iconic Trinity Repertory Company.

Big Spring Book Sale at Rochambeau Library

3:30-4:30 p.m. — Rochambeau Library — Free entry — Enjoy reading aloud and crafting activities for kids of all ages during April's Battle of the Books.

La Tempestad in Providence

7:30-11:30 p.m. — Trinity Repertory Company — Ticket prices vary — Experience an engaging performance of La Tempestad at the renowned Trinity Repertory Company.

Will Dailey's Album Release Party with Mary McAvoy

8-11 p.m. — The Parlour Providence — Tickets available — Experience eight-time Boston Music Award winner Will Dailey performing songs from his new album, Boys Talking.