Some Rhode Islanders head to the polls for special elections
(WJAR) — Some Rhode Islanders are casting a ballot on Tuesday during several special elections. Voters in Warwick, Coventry, and North Smithfield will cast their ballot on a variety of choices. In Warwick, residents will vote on an additional $50 million bond to build new high schools. In Coventry,...
Pedestrian hit by car in Providence
Police said the incident happened around 1:45 p.m. at the intersection of Branch Avenue and Veazie Street.
Ed Sweeney collects Fitchburg’s folklore, and strange New England tales
If you ever drive along Route 44 through the south shore town of Rehoboth, you just might see an eccentric, red-headed man in woodlands clothing, hoping for a ride. If for whatever reason, you decide it's a good idea to pick him up, you may see him glaring at you in the rearview mirror, which will likely prompt you...
Crews respond to grease fire at Bristol diner
An investigation is underway after a grease fire broke out Wednesday morning at a diner in Bristol.
Snow Removal: A Campaign Issue In Providence
Providence residents and businesses still complain about snow removal more than a week after a storm dumped 16 inches in the city. Mayoral candidate David Morales claims problems persist due to poor planning, coordination and a lack of leadership from Mayor Brett Smiley. In response, the website...
Peter Alviti resigning as RIDOT director; McKee plans nationwide search
Alviti, who has led the department for a decade, came under withering criticism over the Washington Bridge crisis.
Providence Place mall is on 2026 endangered properties list
The Providence Preservation Society released its most endangered properties list on Wednesday.
Johnston man gets 16 years in child molestation case
(WJAR) — A Johnston man was sentenced to serve 16 years at the Adult Correctional Institutions following his conviction in a child molestation case, the Rhode Island Attorney General’s office announced on Wednesday. A judge sentenced 24-year-old Dezmond Choquette to 30 years, with 16 to serve at the...
Truck stuck underneath bridge in Attleboro
ATTLEBORO, Mass. (WJAR) — A street in Attleboro was blocked Tuesday night after a truck was stuck underneath a bridge. Crews were seen near Forest Street for a truck lodged underneath a bridge. An NBC 10 photographer saw a tow truck arrive to help remove the truck. It is...
Man arrested in road rage incident in Pawtucket
PAWTUCKET, RI — A Cranston man was arrested Monday morning following a road rage incident on Route 95. Abner Santana Linares, 24, of Cranston, was taken into custody at 11:55 a.m. by Rhode Island State Police troopers. Santana Linares faces charges of felony assault by use of a device...

















