RI House GOP leader claims task force breaks House rules
It was the first meeting of the joint COVID-19 Emergency Spending Task Force Thursday but lawmakers ran into a conflict after the House Minority Leader wanted…
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New Jersey man pleads guilty to cyber-stalking 3 R.I. minors
PROVIDENCE, R.I.-- A 23-year-old New Jersey man pleaded guilty to charges of cyberstalking and receipt of child pornography in federal court today, according to a statement from U.S. Attorney Aaron Weisman. Prosecuters said Pritkumar Tarunkumar Patel befriended four minors, three…
RI Seniors react to cancellation of the rest of the school year
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) - Permanently moving to remote learning for the rest of the year means Rhode Island's 202o high school class will have to miss out on many of the traditional end-of-year activities like prom, and graduation. [field59_video account="WLNE"…
URI Officially Announces Addition of Mitchell Twins, Martin & Berry
University of Rhode Island Press Release KINGSTON, R.I. - Rhode Island men's basketball head coach David Cox announced that four players have officially joined the program. Maryland transfers Makhi Mitchell and Makhel Mitchell, Charlotte transfer Malik Martin and freshman Tres Berry are part…
Gov: Residents of border communities can grocery shop in Mass., but "be safe about it"
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) - Governor Gina Raimondo said Wednesday that Rhode Island residents who live in communities that border Massachusetts and go there to grocery shop…
Employees at Taylor Farms express work hazard concerns after workers test positive
NORTH KINGSTOWN, R.I. (WLNE): After reporting positive cases, employees at Taylor Farms shared pictures with ABC6 news of working conditions, showing workers in close…
Seekonk man shoots himself following police chase
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE)- A 38-year-old Seekonk man shot himself following a police chase Thursday afternoon, according to a statement from Massachusetts State Police. An officer in the area observed a vehicle matching a description from a scanner report, following a…
#3 Dayton Spoils Senior Night For URI With 84-57 Win
BY JIMMY GOLEN KINGSTON, R.I. (AP) — Obi Toppin scored 20 points and Trey Landers had 14 points and 14 rebounds for No. 3 Dayton on Wednesday night to lead…
Around 200 people instructed to self-quarantine in R.I. due to coronavirus concerns
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE): Around 200 people in Rhode Island have been asked to self quarantine because they had direct contact with a person with COVID-19, according to the Department of Health. That number is subject to change regularly according to…
Saint Louis Takes Down URI, Puts Rams NCAA Hopes In Danger
University of Rhode Island Press Release RHODE ISLAND (20-8, 12-4 A-10 ) Starters: Harris, Martin, Russell, Dowtin, Langevine Substitutes: Walker, Toppin, Long SAINT LOUIS (21-8, 10-6 A-10…
Saint Raphael Academy says one of their faculty members tests positive for coronavirus
By, Nicholas Pappadia Email: news@abc6.com Twitter: @ABC6 PROVIDENCE, R.I.: A member of the Saint Raphael Academy tested positive for coronavirus in a test done by the state health laboratory. Health officials are still waiting to hear results from the Centers…
Langevine-Less URI Survives Scare Against Fordham, 76-75
University of Rhode Island Press Release RHODE ISLAND (20-7, 12-3 A-10) Starters: Harris, Martin, Russell, Dowtin, Toppin Subs: Walker, Long FORDHAM (7-20, 1-14 A-10) Starters: Cobb, Perry, Portley, Colon, Soriano Subs: Gazi, Raut, Rose, Austin How it Happened Jacob Toppin hit…
Legislators hear bill on banning the use of live animals in emergency medical training
By: Brittany Comak Email: bcomak@abc6.com Twitter: @BComakABC6 PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) - Lawmakers on the House Judiciary Committee are considering a bill that would make it illegal to use animals in emergency medical training in the state of Rhode Island. [field59_video…
Governor's office: New license plates "not a top priority" as deadline for new plates approaches
Last year, the General Assembly ordered the DMV to roll out new license plates starting on June 1, 2020. With that deadline quickly approaching, and no new design ready, one state senator is concerned
Rhody Recovers From First Half Struggles To Pull Away From Saint Joseph's
After a back-and-forth first half, Rhode Island pulled away from Saint Joseph's after halftime, coasting to a 73-55 victory Saturday afternoon. The Rams outscored the Hawks 38-24 in the final 20 minut
Hundreds of freshwater fish wash ashore on Easton's Beach in Newport
Beachgoers in Newport were met with a shocking sight last month when they encountered hundreds of freshwater fish washed ashore on Easton's Beach.
High school in Warwick closed due to water main break
Toll Gate High School in Warwick will be closed for a few days, following a water main break, according to the Mayor.
Shots fired in North Kingstown near shopping center, 2 cars involved
The North Kingstown Police department requested the assistance of State Troopers and a K-9 after they believe shots were fired in the area of Frenchtown Road in North Kingstown according to State Poli
Wind wreaks havoc across R.I., thousands without power
Across Rhode Island, heavy winds have caused thousands to lose power, according to National Grid and first hand reports from viewers.
Staff shortage at nursing homes prompts bill in R.I. Senate
A large crowd of nurses gathered in the State House rotunda on Wednesday to protest what they're calling a staffing crisis in Rhode Island.
R.I. congressmen react to President Trump's Senate acquittal
Rhode Island's congressional delegation wasted little time in responding to President Trump's acquittal on both articles of impeachment in the Senate today.
UPDATE: Off duty, Providence Police officer struck state police k9 cruiser
Rhode Island State Police Trooper O'Neil and K-9, Ruby were inside their cruiser when it was struck on I-95 late Tuesday night.
RI members of Congress respond to SOTU
In a speech that touted a strong economy, an increase in jobs, and a promise to protect pre-existing conditions and lower prescription drug costs, President Trump spoke to an intensely divided Congres
Rhody Beats UMass For Ninth Straight Win, Langevine Scores 1,000th Point, Scuffle Breaks Out Postgame
Rhode Island won its ninth game in a row, knocking off visiting UMass 73-67 Tuesday night. The Rhody captains led the charge as Fatts Russell, Cyril Langevine and Jeff Dowtin combined for 52 of the Ra
