Providence RI

Whether you already love seafood or just feel like trying a place that locals clearly know is special, this unassuming Rhode Island spot makes a strong impression fast. After one visit, I completely understood the hype. Every plate felt like its own little win, with seafood that arrived crisp, tender, well-seasoned,...

Gosh, we could not be more relieved to welcome spring to Providence! We’ve had quite enough of snow and are ready to embrace sundresses and sunshine and outdoor dining as soon as possible! If you’re feeling similarly, we have just the guide for you. Here at InDowncity, we’ve teamed up with local boutique Queen of...

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WJAR) — The Providence man accused of attacking another man with a hatchet in a church parking lot Monday, has apparently done this before. NBC 10 learned he was out on bail for a previous hatchet attack, that allegedly happened at Kennedy Plaza. Surveillance video obtained by...

When millions of people around the world take to the streets to protest one man and his complicit cabinet, it’s a sign that the people want change. The No Kings 3 rallies on March 28 were a huge success by almost every metric. Approximately 1,200 supporters attended our Pottsy Field rally, thanks to the collective...

(WJAR) — Prison sentences for some inmates could be reduced under a bill being considered at the Rhode Island State House. The Sentencing Reconsideration Act would allow inmates who have served at least 10 years to ask the Superior Court to review and potentially reduce their sentences. Supporters describe...

A restaurant has reopened after the Fall River Fire Department made quick work of a fire on Saturday. According to scanner transmissions, at approximately 4:30 p.m. a call came in for smoke showing at Barrett’s Alehouse, 4171 North Main Street. Upon arrival, crews quickly extinguished the flames. Scanner...

CRANSTON, R.I. (WJAR) — Cranston police said a former Ocean State Academy employee was arrested after she allegedly assaulted a special needs student. According to police, they responded to Ocean State Academy on 1301 Elmwood Ave. at around 9:09 a.m. on Tuesday after a report of an assault. School...

EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WJAR) — Rhode Island Gov. Dan McKee highlighted a budget proposal to create the state’s first child tax credit at an event on Wednesday. Leaders gathered at Littletrax Early Learning Center in East Providence to discuss McKee's proposal. According to officials, the child tax credit...

BARNSTABLE — A Barnstable County jury has convicted Adrian Black of Taunton of first-degree murder in the fatal stabbing of 19-year-old Milteer Hendricks of Falmouth, Cape & Islands District Attorney Robert Galibois announced. The jury returned the verdict on Thursday, following a two-week trial that began on March...

Looking for a loyal companion or two? These wonderful dogs in Barrington, Rhode Island are hoping to find their forever homes through PAWS New England. Each one has a special story and plenty of love to give.