Good morning, Providence.

Today, ABC6 anchor John DeLuca, who has informed locals since 1999, will be inducted into the Rhode Island Radio and TV Hall of Fame at the Crowne Plaza in Warwick—honoring the class of 2025 inductees.

Breeze Airways launched an eight-week pilot program offering weekly international flights from T.F.

Green International Airport to Cancun with a base fare of $159 that began Feb. 18 and ended April 4. The flights were available for booking as the airline tested demand for international travel from local passengers.

Rhode Island T.F. Green International Airport has received FAA approval as Breeze Airways prepares to launch limited international service with a weekly flight to Cancun starting Feb.

14, 2026. The eight-week trial route—ending mid-April 2026—marks the return of scheduled international flights after years of sporadic service.

Before he became the lead guitarist for Talking Heads, David Byrne worked at Olneyville New York System in Providence where he served chili-covered hot dogs late into the night.

He recalled in a TikTok video his early job—an experience that showed his modest start in Rhode Island.

Starting Oct. 1, residential electric bills will rise to 14.8 cents per kilowatt hour, so a typical household using 500 kilowatt hours will pay about $24.49 more each month.

The Public Utilities Commission approved the rate increase on Sept. 25, and relief measures of over $200 million including bill credits remain pending.

A federal judge in Rhode Island ruled on Wednesday that requiring states to enforce immigration law to qualify for disaster funds is unconstitutional — state attorneys general argued that the conditions were coercive and harmed emergency preparedness.

RIPTA will cut trips, shorten schedules and lower bus frequency on 46 of 67 routes effective Sept.

27—most reductions will hit weekend and off-peak service, and transit advocates worry the changes will limit access for many riders.

Representative Seth Magaziner has raised concerns about the House bill on college athlete pay because it would stop athletes from being treated as employees — a change that would block unionizing — and he says he will support the legislation only after key amendments are made.

He noted that other issues, such as the transfer portal, remain unaddressed.

Rhode Island Attorney General Peter F.

Neronha joined 22 state attorneys general and Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro to block a bill provision that would cut Medicaid payments for Planned Parenthood services—an action he said will worsen local health care struggles and raise expenses for families.

A person in their 60s from Providence County tested positive for West Nile virus and remains in the hospital after symptoms began early September—this is the first confirmed case in the state this year.

WW Holdings LLC has proposed a redevelopment plan for an old building at 885 Westminster St. in the West End that will add 74 apartment units to help ease the housing shortage.

The plan will expand the two-story structure by three stories — and include parking, bike storage, and two commercial retail spaces.

Micky Dolenz Performance

8:00-9:30 p.m. — The Greenwich Odeum — Tickets available — Experience the multifaceted talent of Micky Dolenz with a captivating live performance.

Lainey Dionne Live Performance

2-6 PM — Towne Tavern — Ticket information not specified — Experience the music of Rhode Island's own singer/songwriter Lainey Dionne.

Rhode Island International Film Festival

8-10 p.m. — 195 District Park — Cost not specified — Experience diverse global storytelling with Oscar-qualifying films from over 60 countries.

Music at the Blissful

10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. — Taft Public Library — Free entry — Enjoy lots of dancing and engaging music for all ages with Evan at this family-friendly event.

Harry Potter and The Cursed Child

7-8:30 p.m. — Providence Performing Arts Center — $5 for ages 11 and up, free for children under 10 — Experience the wonder of the wizarding world in a captivating theatrical journey.

Live Music with J. Michael Graham

5-9 p.m. — The Guild PVD Beer Garden — Free admission — Celebrate the weekend with live music from Rhode Island's own J. Michael Graham.

Howl-o-ween Hike N Treat

2:30-5:00 p.m. — Warwick City Park — Fundraising entry — Bring your furry friends for a fun-filled hike benefiting the Warwick Animal Shelter.

Improv 101 Class

Oct 5 – Nov 2 — Kismet Improv — Cost info not provided — Discover the fun of improv in this beginner-friendly four-week class.

Rhode Island International Film Festival

8-10 p.m. — 195 District Park — Tickets available — Celebrate diverse global storytelling with Oscar-qualifying films from over 60 countries.

Golden Reflection Painting Night

7-9:30 p.m. — Paint and Vino — Complimentary beverage included — Unleash your creativity while sipping and painting at this relaxing studio session.