For the first time in at least 15 years, the state is sending letters to every registered voter in Rhode Island to determine if they are still alive, and if they are still living at the address on their voter registration.

The Rhode Island Secretary of State is sending a mailing to all active registered Rhode Island voters, the office said in a media release. "The purpose of this mailing is to support the Elections Division's ongoing voter list maintenance efforts," the release said.

Early voting is underway for Providence’s Ward 2 City Council opening, where five candidates emerged after the seat became vacant midway through the Council’s term.

Rhode Island is home to over 60,000 college students who make up over five percent of the state population. Despite our influence, students often face barriers to voting. In 2022, only about 40% of registered college students end up making it to the ballot box,