Pawtucket employee pleads not guilty to animal cruelty charges
The Pawtucket city employee who's been accused of animal cruelty faced a judge Thursday morning.
Police: Man tased, tried to abduct woman in Providence
Police are searching for the man who tased and attempted to abduct a woman in Providence Thursday afternoon.
Police say child reported missing found safe in Rhode Island
ITHACA, N.Y. — The Ithaca Police Department announced Tuesday evening that a nine-year-old child who had been reported missing from the city of Ithaca last week was found safe in Rhode Island. According to a press release from Sgt. Christopher Cady, police were notified on Monday, July 7, that...
Venomous Snake Sighting Prompts Safety Alert in Attleboro
The City of Attleboro issued a public safety warning on Wednesday, July 9th, after receiving reports of a dangerous snake along the Ten Mile River. The snake, believed to be a venomous copperhead, has allegedly bitten two dogs in the area near Milk Street.
Man convicted in 2016 Woonsocket murder defends himself in court for the first time
A judge has agreed to delay the sentencing of a man convicted of brutally stabbing an elderly Woonsocket woman to death nearly nine years ago.
Rhode Island Rent Increase Laws 2025: What Tenants Should Know
In 2025, tenants in Rhode Island will need to be aware of changes and updates to the state’s rent increase laws. As the cost of living continues to rise, understanding these laws is essential for renters who want to protect themselves from unexpected hikes in rent. Whether you’re renting in Providence, Warwick, or...
Teen pleads not guilty in fatal shooting of brother during family fight
Jaylen Lambert, 17, pleaded not guilty to second-degree murder in the shooting death of his older brother, Jaleale Simmons, 20, in what his attorney described as a 'family fight' that escalated to deadly self-defense. (7/10/25)
R.I. homelessness is down, but more people are out in the cold? New data...
For the first time in half a dozen years, the number of unhoused people in Rhode Island is on the decline. But the good news comes with a caveat: More people were without shelter when volunteers from the Rhode Island Coalition to End Homelessness conducted its annual winter census for the U.S. Department of Housing...
Providence appeals panel’s decision to reinstate embattled police sergeant
After a panel voted to reinstate a Providence police sergeant accused of assault, the city filed an appeal in Superior Court to try and get a judge to reverse the decision.
Stefano Famiglietti triumphs in four-way Senate District 4 Democratic primary with 69% of votes
North Providence Town Councilor Stefano Famiglietti swept the four-way Democratic primary for the open Senate District 4 seat Tuesday, with nearly 69% of votes as of 9:04 p.m. Results are preliminary and unofficial, with mail ballots submitted Tuesday still being tabulated, Chris Hunter, a spokesperson for the Rhode...