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Residents concerned after violent incidents during first weekend of ‘Al Fresco on the Hill’
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — Two separate incidents of violence outside of Opa Restaurant on Atwells Avenue this past weekend are sparking concern among residents. An attempted armed robbery and an assault happened during the first weekend of ‘Al Fresco on the Hill,’ which allows outdoor dining to expand onto Atwells Avenue during the summer months.
Police arrest Warwick woman after domestic incident, dog attack that injured two
(WJAR) — Warwick police said woman was arrested after investigation into a domestic incident and a dog attack that injured two people. Police said at around 7:55 p.m. on Sunday, officers responded to 734 Greenwich Ave. for a report of a domestic disturbance. They were notified that a dog...
Providence woman claims self-defense after alleged assault
A Providence woman arrested for allegedly hitting a man with a high-heeled shoe and cinderblock is sharing her side of the story. Ashley Soto Morales, 30, claims it was all in self-defense. "They're over here criminalizing me like, what? I'm not a criminal like I don't want to look like...
Seekonk woman faces DUI charges amid Route 4 crash
A Seekonk woman was arrested for allegedly driving under the influence after a crash on Route 4 Friday night. Police said 39-year-old Jennifer Medeiros drove into a light pole on Route 4 shortly after 10 p.m. According to officials, Medeiros failed her sobriety tests. No one was injured. The crash...
Rhode Island troopers make multiple arrests, including for possession of a stolen vehicle and DUI
NORTH KINGSTOWN — At 12:45 p.m., Rhode Island State Troopers arrested Juan Franquis Rodriguez, 21, of Providence, on charges of possession of a stolen vehicle and an affidavit and arrest warrant for robbery, assault with intent to commit robbery, and breaking and entering of a dwelling, following a traffic stop on Route 4.
Car crash leaves Johnston neighborhoods without power
JOHNSTON, R.I. — An apparent crash that snapped a pole happened in Johnston Monday night. An NBC 10 photographer said it appeared to happen in the area of Greenville and Killingly at 7 p.m. Crews were removing the vehicle from the scene. Several neighborhoods were without power. No injuries...
Police respond to early morning rollover crash in Providence
(WJAR) — Crews responded to an early-morning rollover crash in Providence on Monday. The crash happened on Broad Street just before 4:00 a.m. An NBC 10 news crew observed the vehicle ended up in the parking lot of the Salvation Army. It came to rest on the island where...
Man dead after stabbing in Attleboro; older brother arrested
Authorities are investigating a homicide in Attleboro, Massachusetts on Monday morning. Massachusetts State Police says they were called between 5 and 6 Melissa Drive around 3:25 am reporting a disturbance in progress. As they arrived they found a man, identified as 47-year-old Richard McCormick, of North Attleboro, suffering from stab...
Showers pass overnight, sunny and warmer weather returns Tuesday
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — Showers and a few rumbles of thunder will move through between 10 p.m. and 2 a.m. tonight, paving the way for a nice day on Tuesday. Clouds and fog will hang around during the morning, but the sun will break out by midday. Highs will...
Shots taken at car parked near Temple to Music in Providence
(WJAR) — Providence police responded to a report of shots fired at a vehicle Sunday night at Roger William Park. Police say the vehicle was parked near the Temple to Music when the victims say the front driver’s side window broke. They heard two additional gunshots and fled...
WJAR-TV photographers documented Hurricane Carol disaster
It’s been nearly 70 years since Hurricane Carol struck on Aug. 31, 1954. The brutal category 3 storm slammed Southern New England with little warning just after high tide. When it was over, 66 people were dead and thousands of homes and boats were destroyed. It was the strongest...
Weather Alert: Showers/T’Storms Tonight; Drier Tuesday
WEATHER ALERT: Showers and t’storms possible this evening and tonight. Shower activity is expected to pick up after 7 PM. Some heavy rainfall is possible. INTERACTIVE RADAR: Live Pinpoint Weather 12 Radar ». | | FLIGHT TRACKER. | | SOLAR REPORT. Hour by Hour // A close look at...
Stranded family rescued from Narragansett Bay
A family stranded in the ocean was rescued Monday morning. Officials said they received a report shortly before 1 a.m. for a family of six stranded on a 17-foot boat. East Greenwich Fire Captain Willliam Perry told NBC 10 that two parents, three kids and an uncle who had gone fishing on Narragansett Bay were disoriented after heavy fog rolled in.
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