Traffic
Covers urgent, localized updates on crashes, closures, and delays affecting Rhode Island’s roads, bridges, and highways to help commuters navigate disruptions in real time.
Hundreds of pothole damage claims unresolved as RIDOT has only one employee to process them all
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — The Rhode Island Department of Transportation is facing a backlog of more than 400 pothole damage claims that remain unresolved or are still...
Bristol files federal complaint over Mount Hope Bridge inspection report
BRISTOL, R.I. — The Mount Hope Bridge inspection report complaint was filed in federal court after the Town of Bristol sought access to a safety inspection...
Rhode Island ranks last for road conditions in U.S., data shows
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Rhode Island has the worst state road conditions in the country despite a transportation budget that has grown to more than...
Lawmakers propose audit of RIDOT after Washington Bridge debacle
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Two Rhode Island lawmakers have introduced legislation that would require an independent audit of the Rhode Island Department of Transportation following ongoing concerns...
RIDOT Director Alviti’s open letter to Rhode Islanders
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — After more than a decade leading the Rhode Island Department of Transportation, Peter Alviti announced he is resigning, calling the...
RIDOT Director Peter Alviti to resign from embattled agency
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Peter Alviti Jr., director of the Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT), announced he will resign at the end of the...
Plant City to close Providence location
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Plant City, a well-known plant-based food hall in downtown Providence, has announced it will permanently close its waterfront flagship location...
Residents urge RITBA to release Mount Hope Bridge inspection report
BRISTOL, R.I. — East Bay residents are calling on the Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority to make public an inspection report of...
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Second campaign worker tied to Matos signature scandal changes plea
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — One of the people charged in the nomination signature controversy tied to Sabina Matos’ congressional campaign has resolved his criminal...
