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Great stuff from Ted as always every Saturday. Interesting sports note from Ted regarding Kwahi Leonard. For more on the story, click on the link below.

Want to parse the LG candidates? Check out @wpri12.bsky.social’s excellent debate www.wpri.com/news/local-n...

Nesi’s Notes: Aug. 1Your weekend briefing on local politics and more.www.wpri.com

TARGET 12: A 10-month investigation done in collaboration with @pablotorrefindsout.bsky.social and @truth.bsky.social has revealed NBA superstar Kawhi Leonard is one of the long-hidden investors in Rhode Island FC. Full investigation w/ @timwhiteri.bsky.social 👇 www.wpri.com/target-12/nb...

NBA superstar Kawhi Leonard’s secret stake in Rhode Island soccer project revealedThe two-time NBA champion’s involvement was revealed after a 10-month investigation by Target 12, “Pablo Torre Finds Out” and Hunterbrook.www.wpri.com

A Barrington man injured by police following a protest nearly six years ago reached a $300,000 settlement with the city of Providence this month. More: www.wpri.com/target-12/pr... I'll have the full story coming up at 6 on @wpri12.bsky.social

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NEW: Former RI Speaker Joe Shekarchi and the Ethics Commission squared off in court over whether state laws bar him from seeking RI Supreme Court seat. Judge to issue decision before RI nominating panel interviews applicants on 7/28. w/ @alexandraleslie.bsky.social www.wpri.com/target-12/ju...

Judge to rule on whether Joe Shekarchi can seek RI Supreme Court seatSuperior Court judge plans quick ruling as ethics dispute threatens timeline for judicial interviews.www.wpri.com

@wpri12.bsky.social ’s debates are a highlight of the election season. Props to @timwhiteri.bsky.social @alexandraleslie.bsky.social & @tednesi.bsky.social for sparking a good discussion with Mayor Smiley & DavidMorales www.wpri.com/news/local-n...

Nesi’s Notes: July 18Your weekend briefing on local politics and more.www.wpri.com

TARGET 12: Cranston Mayor Ken Hopkins will return an antique car he was accused of stealing under a settlement that resolves part of a yearslong dispute with businessman Davide Broccoli www.wpri.com/target-12/ma...

Mayor Ken Hopkins to return antique sports car he was accused of stealingTaxpayer-funded legal battles tied to the dispute remain active despite the agreement.www.wpri.com

NEW: Should Providence elect a socialist, or a pragmatist? Those were the ideologies at issue in today's @wpri12.bsky.social Providence mayoral debate, which airs tonight www.bostonglobe.com/2026/07/17/m...

Socialism or pragmatism? Providence mayoral candidates present different visions in TV debate - The Boston GlobeMayor Brett Smiley is seeking a second term leading Rhode Island’s largest city, but faces a spirited primary challenge from the left in former state Representative David Moraleswww.bostonglobe.com

PROVIDENCE: Incumbent Mayor Brett Smiley and Rep. David Morales face off in the first @wpri12.bsky.social debate ahead of the Sep. 9 Democratic Primary. Watch: Fox Providence on Fri. 6:30 p.m./Sun. 10 a.m. or free 12+ TV app. Plus, watch/read the 3 key moments here: www.wpri.com/news/electio...

NEW: The legal fight over the Washington Bridge closure has entered a new phase centered on digital evidence, with contractors accusing the state of withholding critical communications among key public officials, including Gov. Dan McKee www.wpri.com/target-12/wa...

Washington Bridge defendant accuses RI of withholding McKee recordsDefendants say years of emails and text messages are missing from the state’s production.www.wpri.com

NOW: Mayor Brett Smiley is calling the Providence City Council’s delay of passing an ordinance that would establish an emergency rent fund “a baseless political ploy.” Councilman Sanchez says he has concerns about tenant protections. www.wpri.com/news/local-n... @wpri12.bsky.social

JUST IN: An Air Quality Alert is in effect for our entire area due to fine particles from wildfire smoke through Thursday morning. https://www.wpri.com/weather/summer-weather/rip-current-risk-poor-air-quality-as-people-look-to-beat-the-heat/ 

Poulos "accused Auchincloss of ducking debates, saying he and the Republican candidate in the race — Thomas Stalcup of Brookline — have both agreed to an Aug. 3 event organized by the Leagues of Women Voters in Newton and nearby communities, but that the congressman hasn’t agreed to participate."

CALLING ON PROVIDENCE RESIDENTS/BUSINESS OWNERS: When it comes to CITY SERVICES, what is your biggest complaint?

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“They like to go on summer vacation, and I’m calling on them to get their work done before they go.” Mayor Smiley is calling on the City Council to get emergency rent $$ out the door… but councilors say they have concerns with tenant protections. www.wpri.com/news/local-n... @wpri12.bsky.social

Providence mayor and city council clash over proposed emergency rent fundA $1 million rent relief fund that’s supposed to help Providence residents keep their housing in a pinch is still in the hands of the City Council.www.wpri.com

NEW: The Wyatt Detention Facility has filed for bankruptcy protection in an effort to shed more than $100 million in debt and end a decadeslong dispute with its bondholders and the city of Central Falls www.wpri.com/target-12/wy...

Wyatt Detention Facility files for bankruptcy to erase $100M in debtThe bankruptcy could slash the federal jail’s debt by 60% and resolve yearslong legal battles with bondholders.www.wpri.com

NEW: A long-awaited report shows that the Mount Hope Bridge was in fair condition when engineers conducted a biennial inspection of the bridge in 2024. I'm reading through the 530-page report and will have details coming up starting at 4 on @wpri12.bsky.social www.wpri.com/target-12/af...

After long wait, RITBA releases 2024 Mount Hope Bridge inspection reportThe agency released the report amid an ongoing federal lawsuit that accuses its leadership of violating the state’s public records law.www.wpri.com

PROVIDENCE: Mayor Brett Smiley focused on public safety and targeted his primary challenger state Rep. David Morales when he released his first campaign ad of the election cycle today. www.wpri.com/news/electio... What @wpri12.bsky.social political analyst Joe Fleming had to say👇

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NEW: The "Taylor Swift tax" went into effect today. Here's how many properties it could impact... including what the pop star my have to pay come September. www.wpri.com/target-12/ta...

‘Taylor Swift tax’ goes into effect in Rhode Island. Here’s how many could payThe owners of more than 8,000 properties were notified they may be subject to a new tax on certain second homes.www.wpri.com

@tednesi.bsky.social reports the legislative budget reduces long-term red ink even though it raised spending from the governor’s spending plan www.wpri.com/news/local-n...

Nesi’s Notes: June 27Your weekend briefing on local politics and more.www.wpri.com