R.I. nurse returns home after fighting pandemic on front lines in NYC
RHODE ISLAND (WLNE) - South Kingstown native Taylor Campbell volunteered to go to New York City and fight the coronavirus pandemic on the front…
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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"…
Rapid COVID-19 tests give false-negatives, researchers say
LINCOLN, R.I. (WLNE) - The rapid COVID-19 tests that are being used by many states including Rhode Island have been shown to produce false-negative results under certain conditions.…
RIDOH reports 10 more COVID-19 deaths, 365 more positive cases
PROVIDENCE, RI (WLNE) - The Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) reported 10 more COVID-19 related deaths and 365 more positive cases Wednesday. That brings the state to a total of 5,841 cumulative cases and 181 deaths. RIDOH says 270…
Parents, students react to MA canceling the rest of the school year
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) - Massachusetts is now the latest state to announce students will not return to school for the remainder of the school year. [field59_video account="WLNE" key="cd5dc4d4ebfe3b0de0f6787b922aa1473ba3d2bb" vtitle="Parents, students react to MA canceling the rest of the school year"…
RI business owner not accepting cash due to coronavirus, but the law says otherwise
PROVIDENCE, RI (WLNE) - Rhode Island businesses have been doing everything they can to survive the strict social distancing guidelines, while…
Mass Rivals AAU Program Goes Virtual With Workouts
With sports on pause because of the coronavirus outbreak, local athletes have had to find creative ways to work on their game and stay in shape. The Mass…
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…
RI's Crime Victim Compensation Program providing assistance to domestic violence victims
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) – The coronavirus pandemic which has caused a horrifying surge in domestic violence cases. Through Rhode Island’s Crime Victim Compensation Program victims of domestic violence can get up to $5,000 to pay…
Clean up underway following severe storm damage
RHODE ISLAND (WLNE) - Damage from Monday's storm can be seen across Rhode Island. Strong winds downed trees and power lines from Westerly all the way to Burrillville and…
URI 3D prints face shields for healthcare workers
RHODE ISLAND (WLNE) - Faculty at the University of Rhode Island are using the school's 3D printers to create personal protective equipment for frontline healthcare workers. The university…
RI unemployment claims spike as independent contractors get the green light
It's a big sigh of relief for independent contractors and gig workers in Rhode Island as the state is now allowing them to file…
Driver mistakenly drives on bike path in Cranston
CRANSTON, R.I. (WLNE) - An elderly driver, in search of the the route 10 on-ramp, drove on to the bike path in Cranston on Saturday. The driver, though she was…
NBA Trainer Rob McClanaghan Waits Out Hoops Hiatus
https://twitter.com/NCoitABC6/status/1246208846701506560?s=20 Rhode Islander Rob McClanaghan is back home with basketball & his business on hiatus. The NBA trainer talked with ABC6 Sports Director Nick Coit about what he's doing during this time, his conversations with players & what a hoops…
Converted grocery delivery company flourishing amid coronavirus pandemic
WEST GREENWICH, R.I. (WLNE) -- Rhode Islanders who are stuck at home under quarantine or who want to avoid crowded grocery stores, now have a new option for…
Massachusetts men arrested in R.I. for violating quarantine order
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) - Three Massachusetts men are facing misdemeanor charges for violating Rhode Island's quarantine order by playing a round of golf, according to Richmond Police. According to…
College Campuses open Drive-thru test sites.
WARWICK, R.I. (WLNE) — Drive-thru test sites for COVID-19 are now open at 3 college campuses in Rhode Island. The National Guard has 150 soldiers working the test sites at Rhode Island College,…
RI Health Association asks for help as COVID-19 cases rise in nursing homes
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) - As cases of COVID-19 rise in Rhode Island, so do cases inside nursing homes. Governor Gina Raimondo announced four…
New Yorker catches quarantine check on ring camera: "I felt singled out at first but it's for the best"
The Rhode Island National Guard and police continue to door knock in coastal communities to make sure…
Donations Needed for “Be Safe Kits”
By: Tim Studebaker Facebook: @TStudebakerABC6 Twitter: @TStudebakerABC6 Email: tstudebaker@abc6.com PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) - Governor Raimondo is asking for cash donations to help Family Service of Rhode Island give "Be Safe Kits"…
R.I. state labs can process over 200 tests day, result wait times can vary
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE): Rhode Island state labs can process over 200 tests a day, and that number is slowly expanding, according to…
Behavioral health clinics remain open for those struggling with addiction
EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) - Those struggling with substance abuse could be hit the hardest by self-quarantining. Many in recovery often depend on therapy or group…
Providence restaurant keeps customers and employees happy amid coronavirus
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — Restaurants across the country are feeling the effects of COVID-19, and in Rhode Island, it’s take-out only. Los Andes Restaurant in Providence…
Having trouble getting a COVID-19 test? Here's why.
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- A Fall River mother of three -- who wishes to be known simply as Marie -- says her symptoms, including fatigue and trouble breathing,…
