Local organizations remind Rhode Islanders of National Suicide Prevention Month
CRANSTON, R.I. (WLNE) - September is National Suicide Prevention Month and organizations in Rhode Island want people to know that they are always there...
Governor McKee Boosts RI Works Assistance by 20%
Governor Dan McKee and the Rhode Island Department of Human Services have announced a significant 20% boost to Rhode Island Works benefits, providing a...
Inside the Rhode Island village that raised Joe Mazzulla – and eventually, the Larry...
PROVIDENCE - As he walked down the steps of the Rhode Island State Capitol, Joe Mazzulla cradled the Larry O'Brien trophy, with Queen's "We...
Rhode Island Bids Farewell to Wooden Elephant Herd on Nationwide Migration
If you saw a herd of elephants on I-95 South leaving Rhode Island this week, there's a good reason. On Tuesday, September 3, 100...
RI Works program to provide more support for families
The Rhode Island Department of Human Services (DHS) announced today that the state budget passed by the General Assembly in 2025 will allocate an...
University of Rhode Island Course in Mandolin Excellence held October 13 & 16-20
KINGSTON, R.I. - Part of this year's University of Rhode Island Guitar Festival is the inclusion of a Course in Mandolin Excellence, designed and...
Lanes reopen on I-195 following overnight closure for installation of new safety project
The two right lanes on 195 East are back open after an overnight closure. Rhode Island Department of Transportation confirms the lane restrictions are...
Despite recent dryness, it’s already been a record wet year
As of today, we are now 68% through the year 2024. Rhode Island started the new year on the same foot as the end...
Rhode Island State Crime Lab investigating possible issue regarding firearms examinations
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) - The Rhode Island State Crime Lab is pausing work, after officials discovered evidence that may have been mishandled. The Rhode...
It’s time to vote in RI’s primary. Here’s everything you need to know.
In Rhode Island, many races are effectively decided in the September primary — which is right around the corner. Primary Election Day...
