Law enforcement 'Heroes Pull' donates all funds to Special Olympics RI
WARWICK, R.I. (WLNE) -- The Rhode Island Law Enforcement Torch Run hosted its first ever Heroes Pull fundraiser for Special Olympics Rhode Island this…
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RI teens arraigned for alleged involvement in burning Boston police cruiser
BOSTON, Mass. (WLNE) -- Two Rhode Island teens are in custody this morning and faced charges today after an incident where a large crowd…
Pick 6 headlined by Hendricken, La Salle thriller in Week 4
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- It was a playoff feel Friday night in Rhode Island, despite it being early in the high school football season.…
Neronha out as potential McKee challenger, endorses Hoffman for AG in 2026
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- Rhode Island Attorney General Peter Neronha announced Friday that he will step away from politics at the end of…
Local veteran speaks on government shutdown
EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- The shutdown of the federal government could impact services for veterans across Rhode Island, according to Rucking for Roofs, a local nonprofit. ABC6 spoke…
Neronha, Brown health CEO to announce 'major healthcare agreement'
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- Attorney General Peter Neronha will join Brown University Health's president and CEO John Fernandez to announce a "major healthcare agreement" today. The…
Fire chief: 12-15 kids on Coventry playground when car crashed through fence
COVENTRY, R.I. (WLNE) -- Five children were hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries after a car crashed into the playground of a Coventry daycare on Monday afternoon, according…
RIPTA service cuts now in effect from $18 million budget gap
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- A reminder for Rhode Island commuters this morning, the sweeping cuts to transit routes across the state are now in…
State Police bomb squad dispose of World War II devices at Ninigret Park
CHARLESTOWN, R.I. (WLNE) -- The Charlestown Police Department said that several "World War II devices" were found and removed from Ninigret Park on Friday. The dog park and disc golf course at the park were closed while Rhode Island State…
RI Police Chiefs Association launch 'Not Now' to curb distracted driving
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- The Rhode Island Police Chiefs Association (RIPCA) has launched a new advertising campaign to help drivers stay safe behind the…
McKee, Conn. Gov, Lamont address Revolution Wind restart in joint conference
NEW LONDON, Conn. (WLNE) -- Governor Dan McKee is in Connecticut today and he and his counterpart, Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont delivered a joint…
New URI poll finds McKee approval at 29 percent
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- A new poll shows Governor Dan McKee's approval rating below 30 percent. The latest survey by the University of Rhode Island found…
RI Rep. David Morales announces challenge to Providence Mayor Brett Smiley
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- Rhode Island State Representative David Morales announced his bid for Mayor of Providence Monday morning. In a campaign ad posted…
'Paws in the Park' raises funds for animals at RISPCA
WARWICK, R.I. (WLNE) -- The Rhode Island Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals hosted the 23rd annual Paws in the Park at the…
Case stemming from March disappearance of autistic woman moved to superior court
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- Rhode Island Attorney General Peter Neronha says the woman charged with neglect for the disappearance of a woman back…
Helena Foulkes shares thoughts on rematch with Governor McKee
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- Helena Foulkes dropped some big news Tuesday at the Roger Williams Park Casino: she's running for governor. "I'm a leader who has…
Hasbro leaving Pawtucket for Boston Seaport at the end of 2026
PAWTUCKET, R.I. (WLNE) -- Hasbro, Inc. has announced that it is leaving its Pawtucket headquarters for the Boston Seaport District. According to a Monday…
'Home Runs for Hope' makes Cranston boy's Disney dream come true
CRANSTON, R.I. (WLNE) -- Disney World is every kid's dream, and for a 6-year-old boy from Cranston, that dream is about to come true.…
Gov. McKee and education leaders kick off 2025 Attendance Matters RI campaign
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- Governor Dan McKee and education leaders gathered at the Rhode Island State House on Tuesday to kick off the…
Shark Day at ABC6
NORTH KINGSTOWN, R.I. (WLNE) -- ABC6 Chief Stormtracker Meteorologist Kristina Shalhoup brings marine life right to ABC6 with Shark Day! Shalhoup dove into the University of Rhode Island's shark programs to learn about the conservation efforts being done to protect…
URI marine biologists and students dive into mako shark conservation
NORTH KINGSTOWN, R.I. (WLNE) -- A crew of marine biologists and students at the University of Rhode Island are leading a change to conserve the…
McKee, Healey join other coastal governors in dissent against Trump wind cuts
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- The Trump administration's fight against windmills has taken another turn, with the transportation department cancelling millions in federal…
PC Men's Soccer Beats BC For First Win of Year
The Providence College men's soccer team defeated the Boston College Eagles, 2-0, in a BIG EAST / ACC matchup on Aug. 29 on Chapey Field at…
Video shows suspect running over officer, shots fired by police in North Kingstown
NORTH KINGSTOWN, R.I. (WLNE) -- Surveillance video obtained by ABC6 News shows a chaotic scene at a park and ride in North Kingstown where various law enforcement agencies were conducting…
