As the last week of March transitions into early April, Providence, RI, awakens to the gentle promise of spring. The air is filled with the scent of blooming flowers, and the city's parks begin to burst with color. Locals embrace the milder temperatures, enjoy…
Early Sunday morning in Providence, Rhode Island, police arrested several individuals following a disturbance on Washington Street. Just after 2 a.m., officers observed a group of people engaged in a fight. When police intervened to break up the altercation, m…
A mother and her son were injured during a home invasion in Providence early Saturday morning, police reported. The incident involved assailants entering the residence and attacking the two victims. Authorities responded promptly to the scene and are currently…
State and local officials held a press conference on Friday morning to highlight recent progress in school construction and upgrades in Providence. The leaders emphasized ongoing efforts to improve educational facilities across the city, aiming to provide bett…
Mount Pleasant High School Principal Wobberson Torchon recently discovered his talent for poetry and used it to express his love for his wife. Until now, Torchon had not considered himself a poet, but he embraced this newfound skill to craft heartfelt verses d…
WPRI 12 celebrated its 71st anniversary on March 27, 2026. Since its launch in 1955, the station has been a key source of news, entertainment, and local programming for viewers in Rhode Island and southeastern Massachusetts. Over the decades, WPRI 12 has evolv…
Dozens of rallies under the banner "No Kings" were held recently across Massachusetts and Rhode Island, with over 50 events in Massachusetts and nearly a dozen in Rhode Island. These gatherings drew participants advocating for their cause, though specific deta…
A federal judge in Rhode Island ruled against the American Trucking Associations (ATA) in a legal dispute over tolls, ordering the group to pay approximately $200,000 to the state. The ATA had sought millions of dollars in damages but was denied its claim. Thi…
On Thursday night, the Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul in Providence welcomed a diverse group of Rhode Islanders for an interfaith vigil focused on peace. Many attendees were visiting the Roman Catholic church for the first time, drawn by a shared desire to…
Rhode Island lawmakers are considering a proposal that would permit bars and restaurants to operate 24 hours a day during the summer of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. This measure aims to accommodate extended watch parties and celebrations linked to the global socce…
The Providence City Council’s Special Committee on Health, Opportunity, Prosperity, and Education (HOPE) unanimously voted to advance a proposed rent stabilization ordinance. This positive recommendation moves the measure forward in the legislative process, si…
The 2026 "Heroes Ball" took place Saturday night at the Rhode Island Convention Center, drawing friends and supporters of Hasbro Children's Hospital. The annual fundraising event successfully raised nearly $1.3 million to benefit the hospital, which is the onl…
