Good morning, Providence.

Three African elephants at Roger Williams Park Zoo will move to a Tennessee sanctuary in late 2027, the zoo said Tuesday night.

The relocation ensures they stay together in a 3,060-acre habitat (designed for expert elephant care) where they can thrive.

During the American Revolution, British troops occupied Newport and damaged key buildings, causing many residents to flee while Providence grew as industrial power emerged and patriots built fortifications; this shift moved economic and cultural leadership from a once booming port to a rising hub.

Rhode Island’s hot wiener, known for mustard, meat sauce, onions and celery salt, has been a staple since the Original New York System opened on Smith Hill.

Honored by the James Beard Foundation, the dish connects locals, soldiers and wedding parties and ships kits online (a taste of home).

Local historian Roomes sheds light on Black and Indigenous soldiers of the First Regiment who fought for freedom during the Revolution yet remain unrecognized.

A Congressional bill aims to honor their legacy with a single Congressional Gold Medal as reenactors and community groups press for better acknowledgment.

On July 1, Season 1 cast member Liz McGraw (who appeared on The Real Housewives of Rhode Island) said she will not return for Season 2 to focus on her family and work, leaving room for new changes in the upcoming cast lineup.

On June 26, staff from The Providence Journal were honored at the Rhode Island Press Association contest at the Quonset O Club, winning 20 awards including seven first-place prizes — four journalists were inducted into the Rhode Island Journalism Hall of Fame.

Rhode Island honors the 1st Regiment of enslaved, free Black and Indigenous soldiers with reenactments, a granite memorial in Patriot's Park, and pending Congressional Gold Medal legislation in Washington, celebrating 250 years of legacy + bravery in the Revolutionary War.

At Brown University’s campus, planners gave residents a sneak peek inside the soon-to-be largest academic laboratory building in the state — a seven-story, 300,000-sqft facility that began construction in Summer 2024 and will open overall in May 2027.

Professor Robert Serrano said that a spring take-home exam yielded unusually high scores and led nearly one-third of students to drop the course when he required an in-person final to counter suspected AI cheating—he claimed the administration’s silence reveals a systemic failure.

Providence Public Schools returned to local control Wednesday after nearly seven years under state oversight from a Johns Hopkins report, and officials said daily changes should be limited when classes restart this fall.

The board is set to meet at 6 p.m. Wednesday to discuss the superintendent's contract extension.

Riverzedge Arts uses art and design programs to help at-risk teens in northern Rhode Island build confidence—its Arts Workforce Training program reopened in September and began a spring session with a new cohort of Studio Apprentices, with plans for new adult classes soon.

Brown University faculty earned national and international honors during the spring semester for their research, leadership, and service — awards from the University of Maryland, Teachers College and the International Foundation for Autonomous Agents and Multiagent Systems recognized their work in fields such as medicine, economics and computer science.

High heat is expected in Southern New England this week and health experts advise residents to stay hydrated + cool their bodies by limiting outdoor activity and using cooling garments when air conditioning is not available.

Consumer Reports tested rotisserie chickens from 10 stores and found that Stop & Shop earned a spot in the top three for its flavorful dish.

Local residents can enjoy this option today at one of the store's 25 locations across Rhode Island, following a report updated on Wednesday, July 1.

Recycled Sewing Workshop

3-5 p.m. — Wanskuck Library — Free entry — Upcycle and repurpose fabric in this all-ages sewing session.

Arcadia - Arcade Music Festival

July 4th — 165 Pub — Cost not specified — Experience a vibrant celebration of arcade music in Providence.

Annual Cape Verdean Independence Festival

Time TBD — India Point Park — Free entry — Celebrate the rich culture of the Cape Verdean community in the oldest festival of its kind in the U.S.

Elway Concert

7-10 p.m. — Alchemy — Tickets starting at $39 — Elway is coming for an unforgettable live music experience in Providence.

Read More, Learn More!

2:30-5:30 p.m. — Washington Park Library — Free entry — Unlock the magic inside every story with Ms. Carol's engaging sessions.

MindTravel with Murray Hidary

7-9 p.m. — Temple To Music — Ticketed event — Experience a unique live-piano performance designed to foster mindfulness and connection.

Soccer Quarter Finals Watch Party

3-5 p.m. — Moniker Brewery — Free entry — Enjoy watching the action of the quarter finals in a great brewery atmosphere.

La Energia Norteña Live Performance

9:00 p.m. — La Palmera Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience the vibrant sounds of La Energía Norteña in a spirited night of live music.

La Salle Academy Tennis Camp

9 a.m. - 1 p.m. — McLaughlin Athletic Center — Check website for cost — A tennis camp for middle schoolers to enhance skills and enjoy competitive play.

Moniker Brewery Watch Party

3-5 p.m. — Moniker Brewery — Free entry — Catch all the action of the semi-finals in a lively atmosphere with fellow soccer fans.