Rhode Island

55th Annual Bowen’s Wharf tree lighting set for Saturday

55th Annual Bowen’s Wharf tree lighting set for Saturday

What's Up Newp, Dec 5, 2025 - 06:31

The 55th Annual Bowen’s Wharf Tree Lighting returns this Saturday, Dec. 6, brin...

Weather Now: Very Cold Today; Light Snow/Rain Tonight

Weather Now: Very Cold Today; Light Snow/Rain Tonight

WPRI.com, Dec 5, 2025 - 06:31

Good morning! Happy Friday! Bundle up if you're headed out. Temperatures are in ...

Burrillville officer honored for disarming suspect who pointed gun in her face

Burrillville officer honored for disarming suspect who ...

WPRI.com, Dec 4, 2025 - 23:30

For Kathleen Kelley, July 3, 2025, was one of the scariest moments of her 25-yea...

Obituary: Robert M. Cleary

Obituary: Robert M. Cleary

What's Up Newp, Dec 4, 2025 - 21:49

Robert Michael Cleary of Newport, RI passed away on December 2, 2025, after a s...

Study: Single shot of HPV vaccine may be enough to fight cervical cancer

Study: Single shot of HPV vaccine may be enough to figh...

WPRI.com, Dec 4, 2025 - 21:49

A single HPV vaccination appears just as effective as two doses at preventing th...

Brockton man accused of trying to flush hundreds of pills down toilet

Brockton man accused of trying to flush hundreds of pil...

WPRI.com, Dec 4, 2025 - 21:49

A Brockton man was arrested after he attempted to flush hundreds of fentanyl pil...

State to pay former US attorney, law firm $83K+ for bridge oversight hearing

State to pay former US attorney, law firm $83K+ for bri...

WPRI.com, Dec 4, 2025 - 21:49

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — The state will be cutting a check for more than $83,00...

RI treasurer announces affordable homeownership program

RI treasurer announces affordable homeownership program

WPRI.com, Dec 4, 2025 - 19:26

The initiative, called "RI AnchorHome," will increase access to affordable and s...

Warwick to open new outdoor ice rink this weekend

Warwick to open new outdoor ice rink this weekend

WPRI.com, Dec 4, 2025 - 19:26

The Greenwood Credit Union City Hall Plaza in Warwick will officially open to th...

Freetown crash sends 2 to the hospital

Freetown crash sends 2 to the hospital

WPRI.com, Dec 4, 2025 - 19:26

Police said the crash happened around 3:45 p.m. in the area of 170 South Main St.

Silver Alert issued for missing man in Barrington

Silver Alert issued for missing man in Barrington

WPRI.com, Dec 4, 2025 - 19:26

Police have issued a Silver Alert for a 78-year-old man reported missing out of ...

R.I. first-time homebuyers get a boost from state treasurer’s office

R.I. first-time homebuyers get a boost from state treas...

Rhode Island Current, Dec 4, 2025 - 17:46

Rhode Island General Treasurer James Diossa has committed $60 million in state d...

Dr. Ashish Jha, a familiar face during COVID pandemic, stepping down as Brown’s public health dean

Dr. Ashish Jha, a familiar face during COVID pandemic, ...

Rhode Island Current, Dec 4, 2025 - 17:46

Dr. Ashish Jha — one of the most recognizable public health experts during the C...

US transportation secretary says travel for FIFA World Cup will be 'seamless'

US transportation secretary says travel for FIFA World ...

WPRI.com, Dec 4, 2025 - 17:46

The international soccer tournament will be played next year in 16 host cities, ...

Endangered whale spotted in Ireland reappears off Massachusetts coast

Endangered whale spotted in Ireland reappears off Massa...

WPRI.com, Dec 4, 2025 - 17:46

Researchers believe a critically endangered North Atlantic right whale traveled ...

Celebrating 10 years of Good Night Lights

Celebrating 10 years of Good Night Lights

WPRI.com, Dec 4, 2025 - 17:46

Creator Steve Brosnihan joined 12 News anchor Shannon Hegy on the most recent ep...

Sally's Apizza to open in Foxwoods Casino

Sally's Apizza to open in Foxwoods Casino

WPRI.com, Dec 4, 2025 - 17:46

A popular New Haven pizzeria is preparing to open a brand new location inside Fo...

T-Mobile outage affecting Pawtucket police, businesses

T-Mobile outage affecting Pawtucket police, businesses

WPRI.com, Dec 4, 2025 - 17:46

The city said emergency services are still operational, so anyone experiencing a...

Obituary: Janice Fisher

Obituary: Janice Fisher

What's Up Newp, Dec 4, 2025 - 15:29

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Janice Mary (Smith) Fis...

What’s up this weekend in Newport County: Dec. 5-7

What’s up this weekend in Newport County: Dec. 5-7

What's Up Newp, Dec 4, 2025 - 15:29

Discover all that’s happening for live music, entertainment, and events this Th...

City Hall Plaza Rink Opens

City Hall Plaza Rink Opens

WarwickPost.com, Dec 4, 2025 - 13:33

WARWICK, RI – Local officials and residents gathered Dec. 3 to officially open t...

WSA Gets $11M Infrastructure Bank Loan For Sewer Upgrades

WSA Gets $11M Infrastructure Bank Loan For Sewer Upgrades

WarwickPost.com, Dec 4, 2025 - 11:14

PROVIDENCE, RI – RI Infrastructure Bank, the state’s central hub for financing ...

Police to discuss arrest of suspect in 18 armed robberies at noon

Police to discuss arrest of suspect in 18 armed robberi...

WPRI.com, Dec 4, 2025 - 11:14

Khivory Alston, 36, was arrested for allegedly holding up at least 18 businesses...

Brian Walshe trial enters day 4 after jurors see gruesome evidence

Brian Walshe trial enters day 4 after jurors see grueso...

WPRI.com, Dec 4, 2025 - 11:14

DEDHAM, Mass. (WPRI) — Testimony in the murder trial of Brian Walshe continues T...

AG: Prime stepping back from possible purchase of Roger Williams, Fatima

AG: Prime stepping back from possible purchase of Roger...

WPRI.com, Dec 4, 2025 - 11:14

The owner of Landmark Medical Center informed state leaders Wednesday that it is...

Obituary: Joyce Grout

Obituary: Joyce Grout

What's Up Newp, Dec 4, 2025 - 08:50

Joyce Ann (Riter) Grout, 88, passed peacefully on November 24, 2025 in Rhode Is...

Obituary: Constance Anderson

Obituary: Constance Anderson

What's Up Newp, Dec 4, 2025 - 08:50

Constance “Connie” Anderson, 78, passed away unexpectedly on November 8, 2025, ...

PPAC’s ‘Water for Elephants’ Dazzles

PPAC’s ‘Water for Elephants’ Dazzles

WarwickPost.com, Dec 4, 2025 - 08:50

PROVIDENCE, RI — The musical “Water for Elephants,” which opened at Providence P...

WPD: Oct. 26 Speeder Charged With DUI

WPD: Oct. 26 Speeder Charged With DUI

WarwickPost.com, Dec 4, 2025 - 08:50

WARWICK, RI — Warwick Police stopped and arrested a speeding driver Oct. 26 aft...

Hasbro's comfort dog brightens tough days

Hasbro's comfort dog brightens tough days

WPRI.com, Dec 4, 2025 - 08:50

At Hasbro Children’s Hospital, a four-legged team member is bringing comfort to ...

There’s free money hiding in the Big Beautiful Bill Act. Please don’t pass it up, Rhode Island.

There’s free money hiding in the Big Beautiful Bill Act...

Rhode Island Current, Dec 4, 2025 - 06:10

Just because a good idea came from the other political tribe doesn’t mean it’s a...

South County Health opens Newport Women’s Health office

South County Health opens Newport Women’s Health office

What's Up Newp, Dec 4, 2025 - 06:10

Women on Aquidneck Island have new healthcare options with the opening in early...

Weather Now: Snow/Rain Shower Today; Much Colder Friday

Weather Now: Snow/Rain Shower Today; Much Colder Friday

WPRI.com, Dec 4, 2025 - 06:10

Good morning! Happy Thursday! We could see a snow or rain shower today, but the ...

'Never satisfied' Patriots head into bye week on a 10-game winning streak after beating Giants

'Never satisfied' Patriots head into bye week on a 10-g...

WPRI.com, Dec 3, 2025 - 23:21

The New England Patriots went from winning 11 consecutive AFC East titles during...

RI manufacturer restoring Michigan State Capitol's historic glass floor

RI manufacturer restoring Michigan State Capitol's hist...

WPRI.com, Dec 3, 2025 - 21:08

An East Providence glass manufacturer has landed a pivotal job hundreds of miles...

RI refugee advocates criticize Trump's immigration response to DC shooting

RI refugee advocates criticize Trump's immigration resp...

WPRI.com, Dec 3, 2025 - 21:08

Refugee advocacy leaders in Providence are denouncing the fatal shooting of a Na...

URI expands on-campus housing to meet needs of growing student body

URI expands on-campus housing to meet needs of growing ...

WPRI.com, Dec 3, 2025 - 21:08

The University of Rhode Island has announced plans to expand its on-campus housi...

New FDA-approved glasses can slow nearsightedness in kids

New FDA-approved glasses can slow nearsightedness in kids

WPRI.com, Dec 3, 2025 - 21:08

For many children, the experience of getting their first pair of glasses is an i...

Spotify Wrapped 2025 is here and Bad Bunny has dethroned Taylor Swift as most-streamed artist

Spotify Wrapped 2025 is here and Bad Bunny has dethrone...

WPRI.com, Dec 3, 2025 - 21:08

The holiday season is here, and with it, a present for fans of end of year data ...

No. 2 at the R.I. State Police accepts job with the Diocese of Providence

No. 2 at the R.I. State Police accepts job with the Dio...

Rhode Island Current, Dec 3, 2025 - 18:57

The Rhode Island State Police’s second-in-command will step down from his $250,0...

What’s up in Newport: Thursday, December 4

What’s up in Newport: Thursday, December 4

What's Up Newp, Dec 3, 2025 - 18:57

Here’s a look at what’s coming up on Thursday, December 4, 2025, in Newport. Th...

East Providence firefighters holding winter coat drive

East Providence firefighters holding winter coat drive

WPRI.com, Dec 3, 2025 - 18:57

Donations of new and gently used coats can be dropped off at any East Providence...

Longtime RI radio host David Jones dies

Longtime RI radio host David Jones dies

WPRI.com, Dec 3, 2025 - 18:57

Rhode Island Radio and TV Hall of Famer David Jones has died, radio station Lite...

Mystic Aquarium takes in more than a dozen cold-stunned sea turtles

Mystic Aquarium takes in more than a dozen cold-stunned...

WPRI.com, Dec 3, 2025 - 18:57

Mystic Aquarium is in the process of warming up more than a dozen cold-stunned s...

Nursing assistant accused of inappropriately touching patient

Nursing assistant accused of inappropriately touching p...

WPRI.com, Dec 3, 2025 - 18:57

The Rhode Island Department of Health has suspended the license of a nursing ass...

Newport Art Museum announces 98th winter speaker series

Newport Art Museum announces 98th winter speaker series

What's Up Newp, Dec 3, 2025 - 16:26

The Newport Art Museum announced Wednesday that season subscriptions are now on...

Movies and TV shows casting in Rhode Island

Movies and TV shows casting in Rhode Island

What's Up Newp, Dec 3, 2025 - 16:26

The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures the attention of Americans starting fr...

How to watch the last supermoon of the year

How to watch the last supermoon of the year

WPRI.com, Dec 3, 2025 - 16:26

The last supermoon of the year will shine soon in December skies.

Man charged with exposing himself in Dartmouth park

Man charged with exposing himself in Dartmouth park

WPRI.com, Dec 3, 2025 - 16:26

A New Bedford man was arrested for allegedly exposing himself to undercover offi...

Study: RI budget outlook improves as Medicaid enrollment shrinks

Study: RI budget outlook improves as Medicaid enrollmen...

WPRI.com, Dec 3, 2025 - 16:26

President Trump's new spending law and increased tax receipts could lower the ro...