Chas Calenda has been appointed as the interim U.S. attorney for Rhode Island. He was selected for the position by U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi on Tuesday. Calenda confirmed the appointment during a phone interview with 12 News on Saturday. The article does…
Rhode Island State Police have launched an investigation following the death of a Capitol Police recruit. Details surrounding the circumstances of the recruit's death have not been disclosed. Authorities are working to determine the cause and any contributing…
A man sustained serious injuries after being trapped in a partial building collapse at a vacant mill in Providence on Thursday. The incident occurred when part of the structure gave way, causing debris to fall and trap the individual inside. Emergency responde…
A tragic house fire in Providence on Christmas morning has claimed one life and left two others in critical condition. The blaze occurred early in the day, engulfing the residence and prompting an emergency response. Despite efforts to control the fire and pro…
A memorial honoring the victims of the recent shooting at Brown University has grown significantly on the quiet campus. Located outside Barus and Holley, the tribute commemorates sophomore Ella Cook and freshman MukhammadAziz Umurzokov, who lost their lives in…
During the holiday season, Santa made a special visit to the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at Women & Infants Hospital to bring comfort and joy to families facing difficult times. Understanding that the holidays can be especially tough for parents wi…
A federal judge has ruled against the Trump administration's effort to divert federal Homeland Security funds from states that do not cooperate with federal immigration enforcement. The administration had sought to withhold disaster relief money from states go…
A third-party security company working with Brown University has addressed comments made by a custodian in an interview with 12 News. The custodian had shared concerns or experiences related to security practices at the university. In response, the security ve…
Je’Zare Benton, a 16-year-old, has been indicted in connection with the 2024 murder of Emil Rodriguez in Providence. Last month, a family court judge ruled that Benton will be tried as an adult for the crime. This decision allows the prosecution to pursue char…
In a recent federal murder-for-hire case, the suspect has reached a plea agreement with prosecutors. The case unraveled after the intended hitman decided to cooperate with authorities, acting as an informant and thereby preventing the crime from taking place.…
Seven of the nine individuals injured in the recent shooting at Brown University have been released from Rhode Island Hospital following treatment for gunshot wounds. The incident, which resulted in multiple casualties, led to the hospitalization of nine victi…
As the holiday season approaches, downtown Providence, Rhode Island, offers a convenient solution for last-minute gift shoppers with a variety of digital gift cards from local shops, cafes, and restaurants. The gift cards provide a practical and meaningful opt…
