Sculptor transforms historic East Providence tree into public art installation
When a beloved tree in East Providence died, the city chose to preserve what remained and honor its legacy through an original work of art.
Weather Alert: Rain, Some Heavy Today; Flood Watch
WEATHER ALERT: Flood Watch for northern Rhode Island until 8PM. This means that there is the potential for street and poor drainage flooding, and we could also see a little flash flooding. If you see a flooded road, remember to turn around and find another way to your destination. Good...
Want to ride a Jet Ski? You’ll need a boating safety card in RI
Personal watercraft like Jet Skis are a fun way to catch some waves, but local police and experienced riders are reminding people to do so safely.
Governor McKee Signs EV, Hybrid Vehicle Registry Law
Rhode Island Governor Dan McKee has signed legislation that will create an electric car database for firefighters. The database will list vehicles powered by a high-voltage, lithium-ion storage battery because firefighters have to use a different approach to put out those fires. EV fires can be difficult to extinguish
Dark Star Orchestra Add New 2026 Tour Dates
They'll also honor a fan favorite Grateful Dead album during the run as well.
East Providence icon Dr. Isadore ‘Izzy’ Ramos dies
City officials have announced the death of East Providence native and community fixture Dr. Isadore 'Izzy' Ramos.
Hammerhead shark tagged off the coast of Rhode Island
The Atlantic Shark Institute successfully tagged a hammerhead shark off the coast of Rhode Island last week, marking a historic first for the nonprofit.
Viola Davis Donates $1.2M to Transform Her Rhode Island Hometown
Viola Davis is pouring $1.2 million into the Rhode Island community that helped raise her. The EGOT winner and her husband, actor Julius Tennon, made the donation through their Davis-Tennon Foundation to build a new community hub in Central Falls—the same city where Davis once faced crushing poverty, hunger, and unstab
Rhode Island postal workers demonstrate against proposed USPS leadership changes
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WJAR) — U.S. Postal Service workers in Rhode Island gathered Tuesday to voice concerns over proposed leadership changes at the USPS, warning they could eventually impact mail service across southern New England. Members of the American Postal Workers Union (APWU) held a demonstration calling for the p
Is It Legal to Own a Sugar Glider in Rhode Island?
Explore amazing animal stories – visit Animal of Things Now and follow us! Sugar gliders are one of the more unusual pets you’ll find in American homes, and Rhode Island residents sometimes wonder whether owning one runs afoul of the state’s exotic animal rules. The short answer is that you can legally own a sugar gl
