New elementary school in Johnston opens doors to students for the first time
(WJAR) — As students return to school in Johnston on Wednesday, the new elementary school is opening its doors for the first time. The first day of school is usually a time to show off a fresh haircut, some new shoes, or even a new lunchbox. But in Johnston, this year's first day marks the beginning of a new era in ele
Community Close-Up: Kennedy Plaza bus hub, cannabis dispensary licenses
What changes are planned for Kennedy Plaza bus hub?. How many cannabis dispensary licenses are being issued in Rhode Island?. Why is Jack Reed facing a Senate challenger according to Christopher Shea?
Parents call for answers after Johnston school bus delays
Some parents in Johnston said their kids didn't have bus assignments Wednesday morning, and those who did said some of those buses aren't showing up.
Lawsuit against North Providence mayor will proceed
(WJAR) — A lawsuit accusing North Providence Mayor Charles Lombardi of wrongdoing can move forward, a judge ruled Wednesday. Lombardi was seeking to have the suit dismissed. Fired town worker Michael Charbatji sued Lombardi and the town in June 2025. Charbatji claimed Lombardi had him do work at his...
‘So crazy.’ Taunton wine bar wins $100K grand prize in national contest
“This is unimaginable. So crazy,” said Talisa Proctor, owner of Talisa’s on Main in Taunton, announcing to the world that she won $100,000 in a national competition. The popular downtown wine bar, restaurant and event venue , located at 65 Main St., was one of three finalists in a national contest, Shift 4 Rescue Missi
Police respond to shots-fired incident in Pawtucket
Pawtucket police responded to a report of shots fired near 181 Hughes Avenue around 6 a.m. on Wednesday.
Rhode Island, Massachusetts to receive millions in Meta settlement
(WJAR) — The company behind Facebook and Instagram will soon pay billions of dollars under a new settlement with a bipartisan coalition of attorneys general, but the money isn't the only part of the deal drawing attention. The settlement includes new safeguards aimed at protecting teenagers from some of...
Is It Illegal to Kill Bees in Rhode Island? What the Law Actually Says
Explore amazing animal stories – visit Animal of Things Now and follow us! Swat a wasp on your porch and nobody blinks. Destroy the wrong hive in Rhode Island, though, and you could be looking at a property dispute, a pesticide violation, or even a federal wildlife issue. The answer to whether killing bees is illegal
Woman accuses RI man of exposing himself while driving on I-195. He denies it
The woman says the man followed her for miles across state lines.
Man arrested on fraud charges in Providence
PROVIDENCE, RI — Members of the Auto Theft Task Force and ACI Investigations Unit arrested a man on multiple fraud charges at 6 a.m. Tuesday. Chadwick Rodriguez, 48, of Providence, was arrested following an investigation by members of the Auto Theft Task Force. Rodriguez was charged with obtaining money...
