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Man arrested on gun and drug charges at home day care

CRANSTON, R.I. — A Cranston man was arrested Thursday on gun and drug charges at a home day care, according to Rhode Island...

RIPTA postpones vote on major service cuts
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Decision on RIPTA bus cuts delayed

The future of dozens of bus routes remains uncertain after the Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) board postponed a vote on major...

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La Salle Academy ranked 6th best high school athletic program by MaxPreps

PROVIDENCE, R.I. — MaxPreps recently released its list of the best high school athletic programs in the U.S. with La Salle Academy ranked...

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Jayson Tatum and Joe Mazzulla to attend groundbreaking of new Providence education center

PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum and head coach Joe Mazzulla will be in Providence this Thursday for the groundbreaking of...

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Providence housing market ranks 8th most expensive in the U.S.

Thinking of buying a home in Rhode Island? You’re not alone, but be prepared to dig deep into your wallet. According to new...

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State lawmaker, city councilor to challenge Garden City over Newport Creamery closure

CRANSTON, R.I. — A Rhode Island lawmaker is pledging to fight the planned Newport Creamery closure in Garden City Center. State Rep. Charlene...

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Newport ranked 10th most dangerous U.S. summer vacation spot for 2025

NEWPORT, R.I. — A new 2025 travel safety report has named Newport, Rhode Island the 10th most dangerous summer vacation spot in the United...

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Vehicle fire on I-95 NB in Providence near exits 38A-38B

PROVIDENCE, R.I. — A vehicle caught fire just before 7:00 a.m. on I-95 NB near exits 38A–38B (RI-146/RI-44/State Offices), causing major delays through...

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Accused carjacker missing from home confinement

PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Kendall Towns, a 20-year-old Providence man accused in an armed carjacking, is considered missing from home confinement after authorities say...