Coventry police seek help identifying suspect in burglary investigation
COVENTRY, R.I. (WJAR) — Coventry police said they are seeking the public’s help in identifying a person who is accused of breaking into a home in February. According to police, a masked male intruder entered a home on Isle of Capri Drive at around 5:15 a.m. on Feb. 14.
Leaders celebrate opening of 195 District Park Pavilion with ribbon cutting
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WJAR) — Leaders gathered in downtown Providence to celebrate the opening of the 195 District Park Pavilion on Tuesday. The 195 District said that the pavilion host The Guild and Seven Stars Bakery, bringing locally crafted food and beverages. “This is a central point in the city...
Rhode Island Wildlife Alert: The Dangerous Pests You Need to Watch Out For Right...
From the first confirmed tick sightings to a major legislative push against invasive plants, here is what is on the move in the Ocean State this month. Health officials at the Metropolitan Mosquito Control District and RIDOH have issued a warning: 2026 is trending as a high-risk year for tick-borne illnesses.
NBC 10 I-Team: Conimicut drowning victim’s parents sue city of Warwick
The parents of a woman who drowned at Warwick’s Conimicut Point have filed a federal lawsuit against the city, claiming it failed to take appropriate safety measures at the beach. Nicolette Biber, 28 of East Greenwich, drowned in July 2023. She was the fifth person to drown at Conimicut...
Providence man runs Boston Marathon in suit and tie
While the finish line was on Boylston Street, for Maurice Lowman, it's the site of something completely different.
NBC 10 I-Team: Dozens of landlords face fines as rental registry enforcement begins
(WJAR) — Dozens of Rhode Island property owners are facing fines for failing to comply with the state’s rental registry aimed at reducing lead exposure. A state law that took effect in September 2024 requires housing providers to register rental properties online. Homes built before 1978 must also have a valid lead conformance certificate.
Ameriprise Data Breach Impacts More Than 47,000 People
The breach occurred on March 2 but was discovered on March 18, according to the Maine attorney general’s office. Ameriprise Financial Inc. experienced a data breach on March 2 that impacted 47,876 customers, according to a filing with the Maine attorney general’s office. The data breach was discovered...
North Main advocates speak out after hit-and-run sends pedestrian to the hospital
The driver in the hit-and-run has not yet been found.
Rhode Island Touts 150% Gain in Housing Permits Since 2021
The state came in last place in the nation on the Realtor.com housing affordability index. Rhode Island says it's boosted permits.
Warren police release bodycam of parks and recreation director’s arrest
WARREN, R.I. (WJAR) — Warren’s Parks and Recreation Director was arrested after police said she got into a physical altercation with her daughter. Officer worn body camera footage shows the aftermath and arrest. Tara Thibaudeau and her daughter Molly were both charged with domestic violence, simple assault and/or...
