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He stole the backhoe from a Johnston RIDOT facility in January.

A Providence man is facing driving under the influence charges after a crash in Cranston that seriously hurt a 4-year-old.

Crews responded to a serious head-on crash in Rhode Island this morning. According to Coventry Police, at just after 9:15 a.m., Coventry PD along with Central Coventry, Anthony, and Hopkins Hill Fire Departments responded to the area of 500 Arnold Road for a two-car motor vehicle accident with injuries. Arriving...

At about 10:18 AM on Wednesday May 31, 2023, Drug Control Unit officers assigned to Districts D-4 (South End) and B-2 (Roxbury) arrested Joe Lopez, 53, of Providence, RI, on firearm and drug related charges as part of an investigation in the area of Trotter Court in Lower Roxbury. The suspect was placed in custody without incident following the execution of search warrants for both the suspect and the residence above. As a result, officers were able to recover a 9mm Glock model 17 handgun, a .45 caliber Smith and Wesson handgun, 4 magazines, a 50 round drum magazine, several rounds of ammunition, one rifle scope, 50 grams of Fentanyl, one bag of crack-cocaine and other evidence.

GoLocal LIVE is expanding with a new music studio in its downtown Providence location on the first floor of the Turks Head Building — The Bally’s Lounge. This new location and studio will allow local emerging artists the opportunity to be featured on GoLocalProv.com and via a range of social media sites LIVE in concert.

LINCOLN, R.I. (WLNE) — Lincoln police said Thursday a 67-year-old woman reported missing has been found. Police said Deborah Michalenka’s last phone ping was in the North Kingstown area. It’s unclear at this time where she was located.

PROVIDENCE, R.I. – A resident of Providence is set to receive his sentence in August after admitting to taking possession of a package containing over 500 grams of cocaine that had been mailed from Puerto Rico to a Providence address. United States Attorney Zachary A. Cunha made the announcement of the scheduled sentencing.

BOSTON – A group of individuals has been sentenced to lengthy prison terms for their involvement in a drug trafficking organization that distributed heroin in the Cape Cod and Pawtucket, R.I. regions. The group was also responsible for a violent kidnapping, which was recorded on video, and a shooting incident related to a drug debt.

Providence has the potential to be a world-class city if we focus on the right things like improving the quality of our infrastructure, strengthening our public safety strategy, and investing in out-of-school-time learning for Providence youth. While we must make difficult financial decisions to ensure we are passing a balanced budget and that the city is prepared for the increasing likelihood of a recession, I am proud to say my first proposed budget still focuses on all the major issues residents care about most—starting with the quality of services we offer at City Hall.

Thomas May's son took the field with his teammates Wednesday night, and a moment of silence was held for his father prior to the first pitch.

BLACKSTONE – Life goes on, says local businessman Samir Patel, after voters and town leaders opposed his bid to bring a new store to the former Park ‘n Shop property at 2 Main St. Patel, owner of Denny’s Liquors two miles away on Pulaski Boulevard in Bellingham, asked...

The ambulance collided with a motorcycle while transporting a patient Tuesday night, according to police.

NORTH SMITHFIELD – Aaron Andrews has become the new owner of Hercules Beef, Wings, and Pizza at 7 Main St. in Slatersville. Andrews, a resident of Woonsocket, is the grandson of Daniel Andrews, a former town administrator in North Smithfield.

Get ready for a weather whiplash as "dramatically colder" air and rain this weekend will replace sunshine and near-record heat Thursday and Friday, according to the National Weather Service. Providence could have its first 90-degree day of the year Friday, but then see the temperature plummet more than 40 degrees...

Ashley Erling brings us eye on RI featuring local events and attractions!. Summer Flea returns- The Providence Flea returns this summer for its 11th Annual Summer Market season on Opening Day, June 4, 2023 at 10 am – 3pm, and every Sunday through September 24, 2023. Check out our changing lineup of 75+ amazing local vendors including artisans, indie makers, vintage vendors, jewelry and clothing vendors, soap and candle makers, bakeshops, hot coffee and food trucks.

Being a K-9 puppy is a tough job, especially for young recruits. Monday, April 6, 2020, was a big day for Brody… the newest member of the Bristol Police Department, in Rhode Island. His official swearing-in ceremony took place on that day. The swearing-in ceremony is a very important...

(WJAR) — The McKee administration plans to recognize June as Pride Month in Rhode Island. Governor Dan McKee and Lt. Governor Sabina Matos are holding an event to sign a proclamation recognizing June as Pride Month in the Ocean State. The event will be held at the statehouse at...

PROVIDENCE, R.I. – A Providence resident has confessed to a federal judge that she was involved in a drug trafficking scheme and was compensated by co-conspirators to accept and keep several shipments of fentanyl and cocaine transported through UPS and FedEx. United States Attorney Zachary A. Cuna announced this admission.

ALBANY, NY - According to the Albany County Sheriff's Office, a man wanted out of Rhode Island and considered a fugitive from justice is now in custody, awaiting extradition. Sheriff Craig Apple says at about 5:00 p.m. on May 31st, 2023, his deputies spotted a white F-150 pick-up truck on the streets of Albany that had reportedly been stolen out of that city. When those deputies turned on their lights and sirens, they say the truck sped off, prompting the officers to pursue. The Sheriff says the truck stopped only after striking two unoccupied, parked vehicles in the area of S. Main Avenue and Hansen Avenue.

Rhode Island - Some of the best hot dogs in Rhode Island are made by local restaurants. Here are a few of our favorites: Olneyville New York System in Providence, Spike's Junk Yard Dogs in Warwick, Wein-O-Rama in Cranston, and Ben's Chili Dogs in Newport. These hot dogs are all made with natural casing frankfurter, typically made from pork or veal, and served in a steamed bun. The best Rhode Island hot dogs are served with mustard, chopped onion, and secret meat sauce.