Christopher Gavin
@chrisgavin.bsky.social
Boston Globe reporter covering Rhode Island
Bylines at The Messenger, Boston.com. Springsteen fan, guitar guy, Emerson College grad. Long Islander living in New England.
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Bylines at The Messenger, Boston.com. Springsteen fan, guitar guy, Emerson College grad. Long Islander living in New England.
Latest stories: https://shorturl.at/PKLSh
News tips? [email protected]
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By @chrisgavin.bsky.social -- R.I. woman charged in New England retail theft operation
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R.I. woman charged in New England retail theft operation - The Boston Globe
Authorities recovered at least $30,000 in merchandise from the Cranston home of Lisa Robertson, 54, police said. She “maintains her innocence,” her attorney said.
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February 5, 2026 at 5:05 PM
By @chrisgavin.bsky.social -- R.I. woman charged in New England retail theft operation
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Departing R.I. DOT director says he did not want to become a ‘political pawn’
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Departing R.I. DOT director says he did not want to become a ‘political pawn’ - The Boston Globe
DOT Director Alviti says he was not fired by Governor McKee and is retiring because he has accomplished a lot. " I’m leaving on my own terms, plain and simple," he said.
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February 5, 2026 at 5:34 PM
Departing R.I. DOT director says he did not want to become a ‘political pawn’
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🎙️🥇As Olympic athletes prepare to compete, politics will also be at play. On the #RIReport podcast,
@salvereginauni.bsky.social's Erin Redihan talks about Russia’s ban, the history of doping, the presence of ICE, and Lindsey Vonn
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@salvereginauni.bsky.social's Erin Redihan talks about Russia’s ban, the history of doping, the presence of ICE, and Lindsey Vonn
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As Olympic athletes prepare to compete, politics will also be at play - The Boston Globe
On the Rhode Island Report podcast, Salve Regina University’s Erin Redihan talks about Russia’s ban, the history of doping, the presence of ICE, and Lindsey Vonn.
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February 5, 2026 at 1:10 PM
🎙️🥇As Olympic athletes prepare to compete, politics will also be at play. On the #RIReport podcast,
@salvereginauni.bsky.social's Erin Redihan talks about Russia’s ban, the history of doping, the presence of ICE, and Lindsey Vonn
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@salvereginauni.bsky.social's Erin Redihan talks about Russia’s ban, the history of doping, the presence of ICE, and Lindsey Vonn
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In Providence, four boys, ages 11 and 12, are charged with murder after police say they attacked Rony Alonso, 51, last month. He died three days later.
Now, there’s one question everyone is asking: How could this have happened?
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Now, there’s one question everyone is asking: How could this have happened?
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Providence community left reeling after four children are accused of murder: ‘Something we can’t understand’ - The Boston Globe
So far, investigators believe the four boys only wanted “to hurt an innocent person,” police said
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February 5, 2026 at 12:36 PM
In Providence, four boys, ages 11 and 12, are charged with murder after police say they attacked Rony Alonso, 51, last month. He died three days later.
Now, there’s one question everyone is asking: How could this have happened?
W/ @stephmachado.bsky.social
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Now, there’s one question everyone is asking: How could this have happened?
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Rhode Island DOT chief resigns amid Washington Bridge fallout. Governor McKee, who is seeking reelection in 2026, said Alviti will resign effective Feb. 27, and his administration will conduct a nationwide search for a successor.
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R.I. DOT Director Alviti resigning amid criticism over Washington Bridge closure - The Boston Globe
Governor McKee, who is seeking reelection in 2026, said Alviti will resign effective Feb. 27, and his administration will conduct a nationwide search for a successor.
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February 4, 2026 at 4:50 PM
Rhode Island DOT chief resigns amid Washington Bridge fallout. Governor McKee, who is seeking reelection in 2026, said Alviti will resign effective Feb. 27, and his administration will conduct a nationwide search for a successor.
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By @chrisgavin.bsky.social -- RI economy saw ‘mixed performance’ at end of 2025, @ripec1.bsky.social and
Bryant University briefing says
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Bryant University briefing says
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R.I. economy saw ‘mixed performance’ at end of 2025: As employment rebounded, jobs dropped, briefing says - The Boston Globe
The drop in in-state jobs was primarily in the trade, transportation and utilities sector and the professional and business services sector, according to a RIPEC report.
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February 4, 2026 at 1:21 PM
By @chrisgavin.bsky.social -- RI economy saw ‘mixed performance’ at end of 2025, @ripec1.bsky.social and
Bryant University briefing says
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Bryant University briefing says
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NEW: More than half the members of the Providence City Council are either renters or landlords (and the mayor's a landlord too)
Here's how they are thinking about the rent control debate heating up at City Hall
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Here's how they are thinking about the rent control debate heating up at City Hall
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How renters and landlords on the Providence City Council are grappling with the rent control plan - The Boston Globe
More than half of City Council members are either a renter or a landlord. All 15 members will have to decide whether to vote for rent control in the coming months.
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February 4, 2026 at 1:35 PM
NEW: More than half the members of the Providence City Council are either renters or landlords (and the mayor's a landlord too)
Here's how they are thinking about the rent control debate heating up at City Hall
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Here's how they are thinking about the rent control debate heating up at City Hall
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NEW: R.I. House Speaker Shekarchi won’t run for governor. The Warwick Democrat had $4.38 million in campaign cash, but his announcement sets up a Democratic primary rematch between Governor McKee and Helena Foulkes.
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R.I. House Speaker Shekarchi won’t run for governor - The Boston Globe
The Warwick Democrat had $4.38 million in campaign cash, but his announcement sets up a Democratic primary rematch between Governor McKee and Helena Foulkes
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February 3, 2026 at 8:03 PM
NEW: R.I. House Speaker Shekarchi won’t run for governor. The Warwick Democrat had $4.38 million in campaign cash, but his announcement sets up a Democratic primary rematch between Governor McKee and Helena Foulkes.
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“Stop killing people,” said 15-year-old Ada Katter. “Kids are seeing it, it’s hurtful, it’s scary.”
January 30, 2026 at 9:35 PM
“Stop killing people,” said 15-year-old Ada Katter. “Kids are seeing it, it’s hurtful, it’s scary.”
Anti-ICE march in Providence stretching down city streets
January 30, 2026 at 8:40 PM
Anti-ICE march in Providence stretching down city streets
Anti ICE protest moving through Providence
January 30, 2026 at 8:12 PM
Anti ICE protest moving through Providence
Large and growing ICE Out protest shutting down the street in front of the State House right now. Heavy chants of “Abolish ICE”
January 30, 2026 at 7:14 PM
Large and growing ICE Out protest shutting down the street in front of the State House right now. Heavy chants of “Abolish ICE”
NEW: Juveniles now charged with murder in an attack on a 51-year-old Rony Alonso earlier this month allegedly threw rocks at a vehicle and attempted to assault the driver the day after the attack, police records show.
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Children facing murder charges in fatal R.I. assault were caught after allegedly throwing rocks at a vehicle, police say - The Boston Globe
The tweens were seen attempting to assault the driver, who had parked her vehicle and approached them to “confront them about their actions,” according to a Providence police report.
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January 30, 2026 at 4:15 PM
NEW: Juveniles now charged with murder in an attack on a 51-year-old Rony Alonso earlier this month allegedly threw rocks at a vehicle and attempted to assault the driver the day after the attack, police records show.
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Police release video of former NE Patriots fullback shoving elderly man in North Providence gym www.bostonglobe.com/2026/01/30/m...
Police release video of former NE Patriots fullback shoving elderly man in North Providence gym - The Boston Globe
Patrick Pass, 48, who was charged in the 2024 incident, is in a court diversion program, which requires supervision and services instead of incarceration or probation.
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January 30, 2026 at 1:59 PM
Police release video of former NE Patriots fullback shoving elderly man in North Providence gym www.bostonglobe.com/2026/01/30/m...
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It's striking how Central Falls has turned over both the police report and the body camera footage and Pawtucket has (once again) dug in and refused to release the legally-required arrest report, and now somehow developed a novel legal theory that the report isn't subject to disclosure.
The Pawtucket police went into another city, tackled a man in his home, and seized his dog. Turned out, they had the wrong man.
Now, they refuse to talk about what happened & why they violated basic police protocol. www.bostonglobe.com/2026/01/29/m...
Now, they refuse to talk about what happened & why they violated basic police protocol. www.bostonglobe.com/2026/01/29/m...
Pawtucket police went to another city and arrested the wrong man. They won’t say why. - The Boston Globe
Pawtucket police also refused to release their report, say whether they had a warrant, or explain why the Central Falls police weren’t notified in advance. The incident raises questions about oversigh...
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January 29, 2026 at 3:25 PM
It's striking how Central Falls has turned over both the police report and the body camera footage and Pawtucket has (once again) dug in and refused to release the legally-required arrest report, and now somehow developed a novel legal theory that the report isn't subject to disclosure.
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The Pawtucket police went into another city, tackled a man in his home, and seized his dog. Turned out, they had the wrong man.
Now, they refuse to talk about what happened & why they violated basic police protocol. www.bostonglobe.com/2026/01/29/m...
Now, they refuse to talk about what happened & why they violated basic police protocol. www.bostonglobe.com/2026/01/29/m...
Pawtucket police went to another city and arrested the wrong man. They won’t say why. - The Boston Globe
Pawtucket police also refused to release their report, say whether they had a warrant, or explain why the Central Falls police weren’t notified in advance. The incident raises questions about oversigh...
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January 29, 2026 at 2:54 PM
The Pawtucket police went into another city, tackled a man in his home, and seized his dog. Turned out, they had the wrong man.
Now, they refuse to talk about what happened & why they violated basic police protocol. www.bostonglobe.com/2026/01/29/m...
Now, they refuse to talk about what happened & why they violated basic police protocol. www.bostonglobe.com/2026/01/29/m...
Leaders in both law enforcement and Congress want answers from federal authorities on where their investigation into the Brown University shooting stands, more than six weeks later.
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Six weeks into the federal probe of the Brown University shooting, police and Congress are left in the dark - The Boston Globe
Little is known about what federal investigators have learned about the gunman since he was found dead on Dec. 18.
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January 29, 2026 at 2:51 PM
Leaders in both law enforcement and Congress want answers from federal authorities on where their investigation into the Brown University shooting stands, more than six weeks later.
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How can Rhode Island embrace AI?
The state’s AI Task Force published a 75-page report on Wednesday, outlining how the Ocean State can work to tap into AI’s potential.
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The state’s AI Task Force published a 75-page report on Wednesday, outlining how the Ocean State can work to tap into AI’s potential.
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How can Rhode Island embrace AI? New report outlines opportunities, challenges for emerging tech - The Boston Globe
The state’s AI Task Force published a 75-page report on Wednesday, outlining how the Ocean State can work to tap into AI’s potential.
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January 29, 2026 at 2:02 PM
How can Rhode Island embrace AI?
The state’s AI Task Force published a 75-page report on Wednesday, outlining how the Ocean State can work to tap into AI’s potential.
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The state’s AI Task Force published a 75-page report on Wednesday, outlining how the Ocean State can work to tap into AI’s potential.
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🎙️Experts weigh in on plans to change how R.I. funds its schools. On the #RIReport podcast, the @rifoundation.bsky.social’s @davidcicilline.bsky.social joins
Georgetown's Nora Gordon and Brown University's John Papay to discuss the state’s school funding formula
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Georgetown's Nora Gordon and Brown University's John Papay to discuss the state’s school funding formula
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Experts weigh in on plans to change how R.I. funds its schools - The Boston Globe
On the R.I. Report podcast, the R.I. Foundation’s David Cicilline joins Georgetown University’s Nora Gordon and Brown University’s John Papay to discuss the state’s school funding formula.
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January 29, 2026 at 1:18 PM
🎙️Experts weigh in on plans to change how R.I. funds its schools. On the #RIReport podcast, the @rifoundation.bsky.social’s @davidcicilline.bsky.social joins
Georgetown's Nora Gordon and Brown University's John Papay to discuss the state’s school funding formula
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Georgetown's Nora Gordon and Brown University's John Papay to discuss the state’s school funding formula
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Inbox: Gov. Dan McKee calls for Secretary Kristi Noem to resign.
January 28, 2026 at 9:30 PM
Inbox: Gov. Dan McKee calls for Secretary Kristi Noem to resign.
From loss to legacy: A year after losing loved ones in plane crash, families find purpose in advocacy
“A lot of us found each other and have kind of just tried to press on and try to find some good out of this all, however we can."
My latest:
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“A lot of us found each other and have kind of just tried to press on and try to find some good out of this all, however we can."
My latest:
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From loss to legacy: A year after losing loved ones in plane crash, families find purpose in advocacy - The Boston Globe
“A lot of us found each other and have kind of just tried to press on,” said Doug Lane, whose wife and son were killed when Flight 5342 crashed.
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January 28, 2026 at 6:06 PM
From loss to legacy: A year after losing loved ones in plane crash, families find purpose in advocacy
“A lot of us found each other and have kind of just tried to press on and try to find some good out of this all, however we can."
My latest:
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“A lot of us found each other and have kind of just tried to press on and try to find some good out of this all, however we can."
My latest:
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Four juveniles have been charged with murder after a 51-year-old man they allegedly attacked last week in Providence died from his injuries, authorities said.
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4 juveniles charged with murder in fatal Providence attack, police say - The Boston Globe
Authorities have upgraded charges against the 11- and 12-year-olds after a 51-year-old man died from his injuries last week.
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January 28, 2026 at 4:19 PM
Four juveniles have been charged with murder after a 51-year-old man they allegedly attacked last week in Providence died from his injuries, authorities said.
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“This level of granular federal involvement in a private university is unprecedented, as is so much in the Trump administration’s approach to higher education,” said Nora Demleitner, the former president of St. John’s College in Maryland.
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January 28, 2026 at 1:55 PM
“This level of granular federal involvement in a private university is unprecedented, as is so much in the Trump administration’s approach to higher education,” said Nora Demleitner, the former president of St. John’s College in Maryland.
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Providence Mayor Brett Smiley said snow removal operations will continue through tonight ahead of another, potential weekend storm.
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With messy roads, Providence snow removal continues ahead of potential weekend storm - The Boston Globe
“We’re well aware that a lot of [streets] are down to one lane,” Mayor Brett Smiley said, as city schools were closed for a second day on Tuesday.
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January 27, 2026 at 7:55 PM
Providence Mayor Brett Smiley said snow removal operations will continue through tonight ahead of another, potential weekend storm.
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