Education Commissioner Infante-Green: Students risk being held back for poor attendance
(WJAR) — Rhode Island students are going back to school soon, and educators are helping parents and students prepare. NBC 10 News got a one-on-one interview with the Rhode Island Education Commissioner Angélica Infante-Green. She spoke about several things families should do their homework on before the school...
Wanted: new owner for the Providence Place mall
Time to start shopping for a buyer with the cash and creativity to make over the Providence Place mall. A July 28 order by Providence County Superior Court Judge Brian Stern lets court-appointed receivers list the mall property for sale, redirecting profits to private lenders owed more than $250 million in principal...
WATCH: Full interview on recent Alzheimer’s breakthrough
Dr. Stephen Salloway breaks down the results along with Linda Pietras, who participated in the trial, and 12 Health host Shannon Hegy.
Thousands of overweight trucks tracked crossing over Washington Bridge
EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — Rhode Island Department of Transportation crews are working on the Interstate 195 east structural health monitoring system. The system checks for overweight trucks traveling over the Washington Bridge. Since January, thousands of overweight trucks have crossed the bridge, according to...
Neighbors save groundhog trapped in storm grate
A group of neighbors came to the rescue of a groundhog that got stuck in a storm grate in Swansea, freeing the animal with some dish soap and an icing spatula.
2 Providence motorcycle crashes renew debate on state helmet law
Two serious motorcycle crashes that happened hours apart in Providence over the weekend have reignited a long-running debate over helmet requirements in Rhode Island.
10 States Where You’re Most Likely to Hit a Deer While Driving
Make sure you have great car insurance coverage the next time you take to the road in these states.
As Cranston Street Armory is used for film, could old idea for studio be...
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WJAR) — While more movie action takes place at the Cranston Street Armory this summer, the future of the iconic building in Providence remains in limbo, as it has for decades. The most recent plans for a permanent use of the nearly 120-year-old landmark were scrapped in...
Eight Odd and Strange Things Nobody Tells You About Rhode Island Life
Rhode Island may be the smallest state in the U.S., but it packs a punch with its unique quirks and distinctive character. From quirky landmarks to odd customs, here are 8 strange things you might not know about life in the Ocean State:. 1. The Big Blue Bug Greets You.
Butler Hospital workers on strike to discuss counterproposal
With the strike at Butler Hospital nearing the three-month mark, health care workers say they have made some progress in reaching a deal.
