Data: RI osprey population sees 38% drop in breeding success
The Audubon Society of Rhode Island warned that its Osprey Monitoring Program has documented a significant drop in fledged young among the state's monitored nests.
Cranston mayor outlines potential long-term solutions to Oaklawn Avenue flooding
CRANSTON, R.I. (WJAR) — The Oaklawn Avenue underpass did not flood during the most recent storm, but Cranston officials say they are working toward a longer-term solution for a location that has repeatedly filled with water during heavy rain. Cranston Mayor Ken Hopkins said the city and state have...
URI to reconsider running its own payroll amid state’s Workday troubles
A colossal software overhaul of the University of Rhode Island’s (URI) administrative and payroll systems on track to launch next fall may need to change course after state officials asked university officials to possibly take over a big responsibility it previously told them not to pursue. URI began its transition to
Double digit increases in Rhode Island commercial health insurance premiums coming in 2027
Monthly health insurance costs are set to rise by double-digit percentages for the second consecutive year, though the sticker shock won’t be quite as sharp as last year. Commercial insurance rates for 2027, unveiled by Rhode Island Health Insurance Commissioner Cory King on Tuesday, are also lower than what insurers w
Kleinman ’30: The Washington Bridge cost Gov. McKee reelection — R.I. deserves better infrastructure
On Sept. 9, Gov. Dan McKee became the first incumbent to lose a Rhode Island gubernatorial primary in more than 30 years. McKee didn’t lose by a slim margin, either — he suffered a 24-point defeat to challenger Helena Foulkes. McKee secured his loss long before votes got...
Cumberland Reports Surpluses in Three Town Funds
Cumberland taxpayers and utility customers can see how the town's main funds closed out the year, though the figures are unaudited and the town has not tied them to tax rates. Cumberland, R.I. — Cumberland ended the 2026 fiscal year with a $213,364 operating surplus in its General Fund, according to the town's year-end
Family remembers Bristol man killed in crash as kind, caring
BRISTOL, R.I. (WJAR) — The family of a 64-year-old Bristol man is mourning his sudden death after he was struck and killed by a car last week. David Mattos was hit Wednesday at the intersection of State and Thames streets, according to Bristol police. He died at a local hospital.
Taunton teen riding skateboard hit, critically injured by car
The mother of a Taunton teenager who was hit by a car while riding his skateboard last week told 12 News her son has a long road to recovery ahead of him.
Bear spotted outside Coventry home
A Coventry man had a surprise visitor at his home Tuesday morning.
RI woman says car purchased online turned out to be stolen
When Jessica Castro bought a 2018 Honda Accord Sport in May of 2026, she said everything looked legitimate — until she was stopped by Cranston police a few weeks later for failing to register the car in a timely manner.
