Today marks three months since Washington Bridge closure
EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- Monday marks three months since the Washington Bridge westbound lane closure and the beginning of the commuter crisis it created. The closure…
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Rhode Island FC Signs Rhode Island Natives Vang & Silveira
Rhode Island FC Press Release Pawtucket, R.I. (Feb. 20, 2024) – Rhode Island FC announced today it has signed goalkeeper Nate Silveira and midfielder Kevin Vang, pending league…
Alexei Navalny, the fiercest foe of Russia’s Putin, has died, Russian authorities say
Alexei Navalny, the fiercest foe of Russian President Vladimir Putin who crusaded against official corruption and staged massive anti-Kremlin protests, died in prison Friday, Russian authorities said. He was 47. Navalny, who was serving a 19-year sentence on charges of extremism, felt…
Several Cranston officials urge Fenton-Fung to 'consider other options' ahead of campaign launch
CRANSTON, R.I. (WLNE) -- Several Cranston city representatives are backing Mayor Ken Hopkins as Barbara Ann Fenton-Fung plans to…
McKee releases federal documents requesting records on Washington Bridge
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- Gov. Dan McKee's office released documents that were sent by the United States Department of Justice and the Office of the Inspector General Friday requesting documentation on the Washington Bridge closure. The DOJ's Civil Investigative Demand…
RI reps sponsor right to repair bills
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- A pair of right to repair bills have been introduced to the Rhode Island House. Representatives Rebecca Kislak and Mary Ann Shallcross Smith proposed the bills Wednesday which allow Rhode Islanders the right to repair their…
TEDxURI is now open for auditions
KINGSTOWN, R.I. (WLNE) -- TEDxURI is seeking presenters to tell their stories about innovation and challenge others to think big. URI is looking for a diverse group of presenters who are willing to share their perspective on innovation by telling…
RIFC Signs Striker JJ Williams
Rhode Island FC made a surprise announcement during its kit reveal party this evening when it introduced Jerome ‘JJ’ Williams as the club’s first striker. Williams has played with a number…
RIDOH orders Fatima, Roger Williams Hospital owner to stabilize facilities' finances
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- The Rhode Island Department of Health issued an immediate compliance order Thursday requiring the owners of Roger Williams Medical Center and Our Lady of Fatima Hospital to ensure health services and care at the facilities can…
Democratic candidate Daniel Wall to represent Ward 6 in Cranston
CRANSTON, R.I. (WLNE) -- Unofficial results released by the Rhode Island Board of Elections says Democratic candidate Daniel Wall won the special election and will represent Ward 6 in Cranston City Council. Wall received a total of 840 votes, followed…
Account Executive (Entry Level)
Standard Media/WLNE ABC 6 in Providence, R.I., is seeking an entry level Account Executive who will become a trusted advisor to local businesses, helping them grow through the sale of multi-platform broadcast and digital media advertising solutions. Responsibilities: Creates a…
McKee to terminate contract with Scout for Cranston Street Armory development
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- Roughly a year after partnering with Scout, Governor Dan McKee and the state of Rhode Island are terminating their contract with the Philadelphia-based company that planned to…
Caregivers to rally against closing of Charlesgate Nursing Center
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- Frontline caregivers at a Providence nursing home will march to the State House to protest its plan to close on Tuesday. The Charlesgate Nursing Center is set to close by the end of summer after 50…
Providence nursing home to shut doors by end of summer
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- After 50 years of service, a nursing home in Providence will be shutting down for good, citing severe staff shortages and decreased state funding. Davenport Associates said Thursday that residents at the Charlesgate Nursing Center will…
Marty the elderly mini pony searches for his 'retirement home'
(WLNE) -- The MSPCA-Angell is looking for a forever home for an elderly mini pony. The organization said Marty, a 30-year-old mini pony, arrived at Nevins Farm in Methuen, Massachusetts in December. He was surrendered by his owner, who was…
7 local fishermen indicted on tax fraud charges
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- Federal grand juries in Providence and Boston returned separate indictments charging seven commercial fishermen with tax evasion and failing to file returns. According to court documents, the fishermen each worked for fishing companies operating primarily out…
Memphis authorities release video in Tyre Nichols' death
North Kingstown middle school teacher accused of inappropriate behavior resigns
NORTH KINGSTOWN, R.I. (WLNE) -- A North Kingstown teacher accused of inappropriate behavior involving students has resigned, according to attorney Tim Conlon. Conlon, who is representing several North Kingstown families in several matters surrounding…
'It's a different world': The Summit General Store closes after 55 years
COVENTRY, R.I. (WLNE) -- The Summit General Store will soon close its doors for good after serving the community for 55 years. The owner, Paul Skaling, deemed the store the "only real general store" in Rhode Island. After struggling to…
Jan. 6 panel wraps work with ‘roadmap to justice’ for Trump
WASHINGTON (AP) — The House Jan. 6 committee is wrapping up its investigation of the violent 2021 U.S. Capitol insurrection, with lawmakers on Monday declaring that they have assembled a “roadmap to justice” to bring criminal charges against former President Donald Trump and…
Patriots Rally Past Cardinals In Second Half For Win Monday
BY DAVID BRANDT Associated Press GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Mac Jones threw for 235 yards, Raekwon McMillan had a crucial fumble return for a touchdown and the New England Patriots rallied for a 27-13 win on Monday night over the…
Department of Labor investigations recover over $28.6M in back wages
WASHINGSTON, D.C. (WLNE) The Department of Labor announced today that it's Wage and Hour Division has made significant progress in protecting workers' rights. The Wage and Hour Division launched in 2021 and has since completed over 1,600 investigations. Violations were…
Providence gets a 'lovely' addition with new bridal shop
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- Providence got a new "lovely" addition on Wednesday. Lovely Bride opened its 20th location in the city. The bridal shop on Eddy St. features many dresses, a lot from small designers. Katie Wadhams is the owner…
