AI takes your order at Seekonk Wendy’s
Artificial intelligence is changing the way we complete every day tasks, including how we place drive-thru orders at some fast-food restaurants.
Washington Bridge not damaged by 16K overweight vehicle crossings, officials say
Nearly 16,000 overweight trucks have crossed the eastbound Washington Bridge this year, according to a weight-monitoring system, but state officials say no violators have harmed the bridge, and state troopers sometimes dispute the system's accuracy.
New service makes sure Rhode Islanders’ pets enjoy the ride
Lisa Berry Barbosa is an animal lover through and through.
RI issues new warning about scam calls targeting taxpayers
The callers claim to be from the "Rhode Island Office of Taxpayer Assistance," which doesn't exist within the R.I. Division of Taxation.
Vaccination rates for kids drop as school exemptions rise to record highs
(WJAR) — According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more kids across the country are entering school without being fully vaccinated. New data shows vaccination coverage for kindergarteners is slipping, while exemption rates are rising to record highs. "In Rhode Island we’re very lucky because our...
Meet the turkey that’s taken up residence in College Hill
If you ever find yourself in Providence's College Hill neighborhood, there's a chance you'll come across a turkey that seems to have settled down in the city.
Three Woonsocket residents accused of fleeing police face multiple charges
Police in Worcester County said Friday that three Woonsocket residents who fled from police in Rhode Island and Massachusetts earlier this month are in custody. Webster police said Chayliana Carr, 25; Yankuba Diop, 27; and Pedro Santiago, 27, each face multiple charges, from resisting arrest to drug counts. Webster...
Rhode Island enacts workplace protections for employees with menopause
(WJAR) — Rhode Island is once again making waves, becoming the first in the nation to pass a law enacting workplace protections for employees facing menopause. State Sen. Lori Urso introduced legislation so women would not have to leave their jobs, allowing them to prepare for retirement. "The bill...
Star Drive-In Closing Permanently
East Taunton’s historic Star Drive-In will close in 2026, confirmed owner Erika Madden in an emotional announcement that shocked loyal customers.
Providence man arrested on second DUI charge
PROVIDENCE — A 57-year-old Providence man was arrested on his second driving under the influence charge after a traffic stop on Hartford Avenue at Route 6. Edgar Lopes of 25 Rye Street was taken into custody at 10:58 p.m. Thursday by Rhode Island State Police troopers from the Scituate Barracks.
