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WARWICK, R.I. (WJAR) — A report of a man wearing tactical-style gear and openly carrying a firearm prompted a large police response at Warwick Mall Monday afternoon, but police later determined the man was an armed security guard conducting legitimate business at the mall. Warwick police said they received...

When Providence police officer Corey Nichols learned someone had stolen a boy's bicycle last week, he knew he had to do something.

2 Top Positions in Providence Are Set to Be Held by Democratic Socialists as Sanchez Claims Council Presidency. The top two positions in Providence government are poised to be held by Democratic Socialists. According to a press release from Providence City Councilor Miguel Sanchez, he has the votes to be...

A young child is dead, and several other juveniles were injured after a rollover crash that took place over the weekend. According to Little Compton Police Chief Scott Raynes, on Sunday, just before 2:00 p.m., the Little Compton Public Safety Complex received a 911 call advising of a rollover accident with injuries loc

Rayven weighs just 8 pounds, but the next chapter of this little dog’s life depends on a big commitment: a forever home. The 6-year-old terrier mix is seeking an adopter through Small Dog Rescue of New England, which says he is fully vetted in Texas and could travel north in the weeks following its adoption appeal if a

Rhode Island's only 110 Grill has closed its doors for good.

(WJAR) — New safety measures are being implemented at Hope High School following an investigation into the alleged sexual assault of a 16-year-old student. Four students are facing charges in connection with the reported incident, according to police. Providence Public Schools says it is working with police to increase

An investigation is underway after a serious crash on I-195 in Swansea.

On Friday, over 200 community members rallied outside of Rhode Island Hospital, calling on Brown University Health — the hospital’s parent organization — to offer higher salaries and improved benefits to residents and fellows unionized under the Committee of Interns and Residents. Hundreds of residents and fellows...

WOONSOCKET, R.I. (WJAR) — A local couple, both veterinary technicians, are feeling fortunate their pets are alive after a fire tore through their home early Friday morning in Woonsocket. Shortly after 2 a.m. Friday morning, Justin Barowski and his girlfriend were fast asleep when his brother knocked urgently on...