28-year-old Bristol County man held without bail after allegedly murdering Rhode Island man, involvement...
A Bristol County man was held without bail in Providence/Bristol County Superior Court after a reported homicide. On Wednesday, 28-year-old Demitri Sousa of Seekonk was arraigned on one count of murder, one count of discharging a firearm while committing a crime of violence resulting in death, and one count of carrying a firearm without a license.
Providence man accused of video voyeurism at URI pleads no contest
The Providence man accused of recording a University of Rhode Island student while she was showering in a dormitory last year has changed his plea.
Silver Alert canceled for missing woman in North Providence
The North Providence Police Department has canceled a Silver Alert issued for a woman who was reported missing Thursday.
‘Hocus Pocus 3’ reportedly in development
(WJAR) — "Hocus Pocus 3" is officially in the works with the Sanderson sisters, according to reports. Variety reported that the movie is officially in development at Disney with Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Kathy Najimy all returning to the franchise. The entire "Hocus Pocus 2," movie was...
Yawgoo Valley Water Park to permanently close
(WJAR) — Yawgoo Valley will not reopen its water park this summer, ending a decades-long Rhode Island tradition and leaving the state without an operating water park. The park will be demolished in the coming weeks to make room for expanded beginner ski and snowboard terrain. "We need to...
Providence parking enforcement officer arrested on felony gun charge
(WJAR) — A parking enforcement officer with the Providence Police Department was charged with two felonies, including one involving a firearm. Electronic court records show that Luis Luna was charged with carrying a gun without a permit and conspiracy. According to court documents, Luna entered no plea in court...
‘Aggressive pillow fight’ in Macy’s led to assault at Providence mall, police say
The pillow fight gone awry was one of two assaults reported at the mall Sunday evening, Providence police confirmed. Two teenagers were arrested at the Providence Place mall Sunday after they allegedly assaulted a mother and daughter who told them to stop engaging in an “aggressive pillow fight” in the middle of Macy’s.
Providence superintendent wants to cut 9 administrator positions
According to Wednesday's agenda, the contracts include two assistant principals at PCTA, an assistant principal at Aventure Academy, an assistant principal at Bridge Academy, and an assistant principal at Esek Hopkins Middle School, plus the director of advanced academics, a pre-k manager, a grants and engagement manager, and a transformation officer.
Man accused of attempting to rob Plainville gas station
A man is facing charges after allegedly trying to rob a gas station with a knife in Plainville last week.
The Fake Ticket Text Fooling Drivers Again
A fake traffic ticket text is making the rounds again—here’s what to watch for before you click.
