The Public's Radio

The Public's Radio, officially known as Rhode Island Public Radio, is a nonprofit public radio station serving Rhode Island and southeastern Massachusetts. It is an NPR member station that provides news, talk, and cultural programming, with a focus on local and regional issues. The station operates several frequencies, including its main signal at 89.3 FM, and is headquartered in Providence, Rhode Island. It was founded in 1998 and transitioned from a music-based format to a primarily news and talk format over the years. The station is listener-supported and emphasizes in-depth journalism and community engagement.