Providence RI

State tax credits, sales-tax rebates and Commerce financing are public money, and the Rebuild Rhode Island program is already at 96 percent of its cap. What the board decides Monday affects both downtown housing and what's left for other projects. Rhode Island Commerce Corporation officials are scheduled to vote Monday

EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WJAR) — Rats are getting more attention in East Providence, with residents reporting an increase in sightings and the city trying to figure out what's behind them. Mayor Bob DaSilva says the city has been getting more reports recently, but in select areas. Inspectors have been...

The criminal filings demonstrate how Rhode Island enforces laws requiring timely wage payments and mandatory workers' compensation coverage across local industries. Attorney General Peter F. Neronha filed criminal charges against three Rhode Island business owners following referrals from the Department of Labor and Tr

For Maria Cucina’s New Owners, Buying the Providence Restaurant is Literally Coming Home. The new owners of Maria Cucina’s are excited to bring their new twist on the popular Providence Italian restaurant. For Raymond Beraducci and his partner Brynn Gibson, it is literally coming home - as the...

The redevelopment of Parcel 9 — a piece of land that used to be connected to I-195 — is officially complete.

Two juveniles were rushed to the hospital after an incident on the train tracks in Providence Friday night.

Some crossing guard posts are going unfilled in Attleboro at the start of this school year, according to Police Chief Kyle Heagney.

DIGHTON, Mass. (WJAR) — Dighton police said the man who fled from a head-on crash Thursday night was arrested. According to police, Andre Darosa was arrested Friday morning and arraigned in Taunton District Court. He faces charges of reckless operation of a motor vehicle, leaving the scene of personal...

EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — This week on Newsmakers: highlights and analysis from this week’s 12 News Democratic primary debate for governor between incumbent Dan McKee and challenger Helena Foulkes, plus results from the latest poll; Tim and Ted are joined by Joe Fleming. Prefer your Newsmakers on...

(WJAR) — The radio duo Paul and Al are throwing a retirement party on Friday. The longtime 94 HJY radio team recently announced they are calling it quits. But first, they are celebrating with their fans at Track 15. The party will feature an AC/DC tribute band, Dirty Deeds.