Syrian refugee crisis has local ties
By Kirsten Glavinkglavin@abc6.com@kirstenglavinRHODE ISLAND - It's become an international crisis. One that may soon affect Americans. Overseas, millions of Syrian refugees are being displaced thr...
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More Fireworks in Final Debate for Rhode Island Governor
Twitter: @markcurtisABC6 It was the final debate in the race for Rhode Island Governor and there was no shortage of fireworks.Moderate Bob Healey questioning Gina Raimondo's husband's tenure on the...
Stage set for McKee's 1st elected State of the State address
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- The stage is set for Gov. Dan McKee's State of the State address for Tuesday night. This will be McKee's first elected State of the State address since winning his first full term back in November.…
Advocacy group says RI homelessness ticked down from 2024, 2,373 people unhoused
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- New data from the Rhode Island Coalition to End Homelessness shows overall homelessness decreased since last year. According to…
State of Homelessness event to highlight latest data on unhoused RI residents
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- Today leaders with the Rhode Island Coalition to End Homelessness will present new data on the homelessness crisis in…
Foulkes challenges McKee for Democratic nod, addresses state leadership, costs and Trump
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- Former Democratic candidate for Rhode Island Governor Helena Foulkes has officially announced a new bid for the office, setting up a rematch with incumbent Governor Dan McKee. Foulkes made the announcement at an event at Roger…
Johnston mayor to use eminent domain to buy land for new public safety complex
JOHNSTON, R.I. (WLNE) -- Johnston Mayor Joseph Polisena Jr. released a new proposal that would put a swift end…
Johnston mayor to use eminent domain for public safety complex land
JOHNSTON, R.I. (WLNE) -- Johnston Mayor Joseph Polisena has proposed ending the construction of low-income housing for a new public safety municipal complex. He said…
Gov. McKee delivers 2025 State of the State address
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- Governor Dan McKee delivered his 2025 State of the State address Tuesday night. "In 2025, I'm asking for your help to accelerate…
Providence City Council demands McKee declare homelessness a public emergency
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- Two days after Providence's City Council Chambers were controversially opened to the city's homeless population, the council was back in those same chambers demanding Gov.…
Advocacy groups urge rejection of Cranston mayor's homeless encampment ordinance
CRANSTON, R.I. (WLNE) -- Mayor Ken Hopkins, who issued an executive order to ban homeless encampments in the city of Cranston, is trying to make the order more permanent. During last night's city council meeting, the same executive order that…
City council to meet on final passage of Providence Comprehensive Plan
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- The Providence City Council will meet today for the final passage of its comprehensive plan, a critical document…
PCF Development celebrates Homeownership Month with first-time homebuyers in Pawtucket
PAWTUCKET, R.I. (WLNE) -- Yesterday, PCF Development celebrated National Homeownership Month by handing the keys to a completely remodeled home on York Avenue in Pawtucket to a first-time homebuyer. According to a release, PCF Development purchased the abandoned and blighted…
RI House passes bill for pets in divorces, other bills to head to senate
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- The Rhode Island House of Representatives have passed legislation that would create custody procedures for pets in divorces. Representative Charlene M. Lima, who sponsored the bill, said in a statement that pets are often treated as…
Homeless advocates: RI homelessness up 600 percent since 2019
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- Happening Thursday at the state house, Rhode Islanders with experience of homelessness and advocates will deliver a petition to governor Dan…
RI Rep. Batista pushes bill for abandoned properties to be considered for redevelopment
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- Representative Jose Batista has introduced legislation to help aid in housing production in the state by requiring towns to publish lists of abandoned properties. This bill is a part of the package addressing the housing crisis…
McKee to deliver 2024 State of the State address
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- Rhode Island Gov. Dan McKee will deliver his 2024 State of the State address on Tuesday night. McKee released a video highlighting the main priorities that he will elaborate on, including housing, education, and the economy.…
Demonstrators gather for change to Providence's homeless encampment removal policy
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- Demonstrators gathered outside Providence City Hall on Wednesday to demand change in the city's policy on removing homeless encampments. They held signs saying "Where are the shelter…
Meet the Candidates: Stephanie Beauté
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- ABC 6 News spoke with Democratic candidate for the 1st Congressional District election, Stephanie Beauté on Tuesday. A Senior IT Professional, candidate for congress and a mom,…
'This is a day we can celebrate': McKee signs $14B state budget
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- Gov. Dan McKee signed the state's $14 billion budget Friday. "This state budget is good for Rhode Island, but it is good for Rhode Islanders," said McKee. "This is a day we can celebrate." The Senate…
R.I. House passes 2024 budget
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- The Rhode Island House of Representatives passed the fiscal year 2024 budget on Friday evening. The $14 billion budget includes funding to address the housing crisis, support business development…
Sen. Mack introduces 6 tenant rights bills
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- Sen. Tiara Mack has introduced a package of legislation to address tenants’ rights throughout the state. The six bills would create a Tenant Bill of Rights, require all owners of rental property to file their information…
Crossroads RI planning apartment units for homeless residents with medical concerns
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- Crossroads Rhode Island submitted plans yesterday for a first-of-its-kind apartment complex. Officials with Crossroads said the 371 Pine St. development will create 35 new apartments for medically vulnerable adults experiencing homelessness. The project is the latest…
Public funding for highly debated Tidewater Landing project is on hold
PAWTUCKET, R.I. (WLNE) -- The public funding slated for the first phase of the Tidewater Landing project in Pawtucket has been put on hold. A spokeswoman for the city confirmed that the $27 million of public bonds to aid in…
