Spanish-speaking Rhode Islanders react to cybersecurity attack, lack of information
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- The cyberattack on the RIBridges system has left many residents concerned about the security of their personal information. This…
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McKee: How impacted Rhode Islanders can protect personal information after data breach
https://youtu.be/gj47AzCC3kg PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- Governor Dan McKee has issued a message to the public urging Rhode Islanders who may have been impacted by the data security threat to RIBridges to take five key steps to protect their personal information.…
Rhode Island to join federal program for cybersecurity in K-12 schools
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- Rhode Island became the first state in the country to partner…
Rhode Island schools to implement new cyber security tool by end of school year
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- White House National Cyber Director Harry Coker, Jr. announced Monday that all K-12 public schools in Rhode Island will be equipped with a free cyber service to protect school systems and data. Protective Domain Name Service…
Rhode Island Trucking Association responds to tolls being found constitutional
PROVIDECNE, R.I. (WLNE) -- The Rhode Island Trucking Association released a statement in response to the United States Court of Appeals for the First Circuit decision that the Rhodeworks truck tolling program could resume. The decision ruled that caps on…
Rhode Island's Own Sebastian Thomas Leads URI Past PC
Rhode Island overcame a 10-point first-half deficit to win its ninth straight game and knock off in-state rival Providence Saturday afternoon. [blox_vms account="WLNE" key="d3f007dbbc42ed0dbbe71785e20c2e0de37f6c34" vtitle="Rhode Island’s Own Sebastian Thomas Leads URI Past…
Court of Appeals issues decision allowing truck tolls to resume in Rhode Island
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- Attorney General Peter Neronha said that the United States Court of Appeals for the First Circuit issued a decision that would allow the state to resume the Rhodeworks truck tolling program. The program was ruled as…
Rhode Island veterinary assistance program celebrates 20 years and $1 million donated
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- The Rhode Island Veterinary Medical Association (RIVMA) and its Companion Animal Foundation (CAF) is celebrating its 20th anniversary with over $1 million in aid given to Ocean State pet owners. The CAF was established in 2004…
Rhode Island officials respond to 2024 Presidential Election
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- Rhode Island officials have responded to the Associated Press announcing that Donald Trump is projected to win the the 2024 Presidential Election. United States Senator Jack Reed (D-RI) After a hard fought election in a country…
Massachusetts, Rhode Island officials react to election results
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- Officials from Massachusetts and Rhode Island have begun reacting as election results come in. Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse thanked Rhode Islanders for a "strong vote of confidence:" It's an honor to fight every single day on behalf…
Rhode Island Airport Corporation accuses former firefighter, union president of trespassing
WARWICK, R.I. (WLNE) -- The Rhode Island Airport Corporation accused former RIAC fire department Lt. Stephen Parent "criminally trespassed" at the airport on Friday. "Mr. Parent verbally attacked RIAC's deputy fire chief and asked the deputy fire chief to escalate…
Jewish Voice for Peace rallies to block arms sales to Israel
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- Jewish Voice for Peace rallied outside of the "Democratic Unity" fundraiser held at Roger Williams Park Casino Monday night, calling on Rhode Island officials to stop weapon sales to Israel. JVP, allies from the Palestine solidarity…
Rhode Island cold case to become new television series
EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- Over 30 years ago, Lori Lee Malloy was found dead on her bathroom floor. Her death was originally determined to be caused by natural causes. After the medical examiner lost his license to practice, Malloy's…
Rhode Island Nursing Education Center evacuated out of 'abundance of caution'
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- The Rhode Island Nursing Education Center was evacuated this morning, according to a campus alert from Rhode Island College. According to a social media posting, the center was evacuated out of abundance of caution due to…
'Deadpool and Wolverine' 'co-star' coming to Rhode Island Comic Con
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- It's not Ryan Reynolds or Hugh Jackman, but still a pretty good get for Rhode Island Comic Con. Peggy the Dog, the animal actor who portrayed "Dogpool" in the summer blockbuster "Deadpool and Wolverine," is coming…
Rhode Island to receive $125 million from Mega Grant for Washington Bridge
EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- Rhode Island will receive a $125,390,467 Mega Grant toward replacing the westbound side of the Washington Bridge. The…
Will Hasbro leave Rhode Island for Boston?
PAWTUCKET, R.I. (WLNE) -- Hasbro might be moving its headquarters from Rhode Island to Boston. But that's a big "might," according to a report from the Boston Business…
Rhode Island AG halts Washington Bridge demo to preserve lawsuit evidence
EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- Rhode Island's Attorney General has brought work on the westbound portion of the Washington Bridge to a grinding halt.…
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…
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 Island Attorney General's Office said it was notified in late August about "non-conformity with laboratory standards"…
Celtics coach and Rhode Island native Joe Mazzulla visits Providence
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- Boston Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla arrived in Providence Tuesday with the Larry O'Brien championship trophy in tow. Mazzulla, a Johnston native and former Hendricken standout, was accompanied by members of his family and Rhode Island…
New Dunkin' coffee inspired by Rhode Island's 'favorite' beverage
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- Dunkin' has come out with its fall flavors, and a Rhode Island favorite has been added to the lineup. Starting today, Dunkin' Donuts will be offering a Dunkalatte, a brand new offering that features coffee milk.…
UPDATE: Rhode Island home invasion suspects spotted in Florida
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- Two suspects in a Cranston home invasion were spotted by law enforcement in Palm Coast, Florida. Johnathan Costa, 19, and Logan Slezak, 18, are allegedly driving a stolen blue 2018 Ferrari 488 Spyder with Florida plates…
Rhode Island officials file lawsuit against Washington Bridge contractors
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- Governor Dan McKee, Attorney General Peter F. Neronha and the state's outside legal team announced Friday that a lawsuit has been filed against 13 companies that…
