Yes, I know it may be another small indicator, but it’s an indicator nonetheless that WPRI publishes its news according to a strip.  I’m referring to this headline:

Providence councilors pass historic rent control ordinance in first vote

“Historic” is a term used for positive things.  The editors wouldn’t use it if the council were, say, removing the requirement for any educational activities in Providence schools or adding a special tax on projects that improve rental properties.  (Although, I’ll admit that’s not far from what the council is doing, here.)

At least we can salvage a little humor from the situation.  After all, rent control has historically been a disaster wherever it’s tried, so maybe that’s the outcome WPRI wants.