Crews pull SUV from water at Conimicut Point, no injuries
WARWICK, R.I. (WPRI) — Crews in Warwick pulled an SUV from the water off of Conimicut Point late Friday night. Around 10:30 p.m., members of the Police and Fire Departments were called to the beach for a report of a vehicle that was partially submerged in the water. When they arrived on scene, crews found […]
Lt. Gov. Sabina Matos talks reelection campaign with ‘Gene Off Script’
Lt. Gov. Sabina Matos tells Gene Valicenti what she'll do differently in her reelection campaign in the wake of the signature scandal that derailed her bid for Congress. Matos also talks about her relationship with Gov. Dan McKee, why the governor and lieutenant govenor should run as a ticket in Rhode Island, and how s
What You Can Buy in Rhode Island for Between $600,000 and $1 Million
What You Can Buy in Rhode Island for Between $600,000 and $1 Million. This week we feature three homes ranging from about $600,000 to just under $1 million. The folks at Mott & Chace Sotheby’s International present properties in Gloucester and two in Cumberland. Enjoy the tour. Listed by...
Providence Has the Second Least Affordable Homes on the Market in America, Says Report
Providence Has the Second Least Affordable Homes on the Market in America, Says Report. Providence is ranked 49th out of 50 top cities for the percentage of affordable listings on the market in the United States, according to new data released this week. "Nationally, more than one in three listings...
State Police, FBI, New York City Police, arrest 46-year-old Rhode Island man wanted for...
A local man is in custody after being a suspect in a homicide. According to Rhode Island State Police, on Thursday, at approximately 8:30 a.m., members of the Rhode Island Violent Fugitive Task Force, along with members of the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the New York City Police Department, arrested 46-year-old
Vehicle crashes into home, gas meter in Swansea
SWANSEA, Mass. (WJAR) — Swansea police said a vehicle crashed into a home and its gas meter on Friday. According to police, the vehicle was turning into a driveway at 278 Wilbur Ave. when another car crashed into it. This then led the front vehicle to collide with the...
Taste of Juneteenth Returns to Providence with Food, Culture & Celebration
Rhode Islanders are invited to come together for a vibrant celebration of culture, community, and incredible food as the Taste of Juneteenth New England returns for its third year. The annual festival honors Juneteenth by showcasing the rich culinary traditions of the African Diaspora—offering a flavorful and meaningfu
Declaration of Independence to be displayed around RI for America’s 250th
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — As America gets ready to celebrate its 250th birthday, Rhode Islanders will have a chance to see one of the state’s copies of the Declaration of Independence. Secretary of State Gregg Amore and the Rhode Island 250 Commission announced they’ll be touring the treasured...
Send-off ceremony held for Special Olympics Rhode Island athletes heading to USA Games
WARWICK, R.I. (WJAR) — The local community hosted a send-off celebration for Special Olympics Rhode Island athletes on Friday. Twenty-four athletes, along with partners, coaches, and medical personnel, are traveling to Minneapolis for the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games. Textron hosted the team in a private jet for tra
Fire breaks out in Scituate home
SCITUATE, R.I. (WJAR) — The Scituate Fire Department responded to a house fire on Friday. Firefighters responded to a home on Knight Hill Road. Authorities said the fire started in the basement of the vacant house and spread up to the second floor. No injuries were reported.
