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URI Runs By Fairfield in Opener

The University of Rhode Island men’s basketball team dismantled Fairfield University 96-58 in the season opener Monday night at the Ryan Center.

Marathon will return to Providence in May 2025

The 2024 Providence Marathon was canceled because of the Washington Bridge closure, but in 2025, a marathon, half marathon and 5K will start and end at Bold Point Park in East Providence.

Records detail how R.I. teacher accused of raping former student allegedly had yearslong ‘relationship’ with her

PROVIDENCE — The conversations were innocent at first — a teenager confiding in her former teacher about her home life, the woman told police.

East Side Tunnel to reopen in Providence

The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority has announced that the East Side Tunnel will officially reopen to bus service on October 31. The tunnel has been closing following extensive renovations. With the reopening,

Students at RIC and CCRI could see an increase in tuition

Tuition increases could be coming to students at Rhode Island College and the Community College of Rhode Island.

Rhode Island man indicted for ‘fraudulent investment schemes’

United States Attorney Zachary Cunha said that a former Rhode Island man presented himself to investors as a software developer and businessman while orchestrating “fraudulent investment schemes.” 69-year-old Jack A.

ACI inmate who walked off job assignment arrested

Joshua Torres walked away from the ACI while on a work assignment on Oct. 10, 2024. (Rhode Island Department of Corrections)PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — The Rhode Island Department of Corrections said an inmate who was on the run after walking away from a job assignment at the Adult Correctional Institutions has been arrested.

He triggered RI's banking crisis. Now, Mollicone's restitution payments were just lowered.

PROVIDENCE – A Superior Court magistrate has declared Joseph Mollicone Jr., the once fugitive embezzler whose theft triggered Rhode Island’s banking crisis, in violation of his probation for failing to pay his monthly restitution payments in full.

Vote: Davies, SK students lead the way in Providence Journal Student of the Week poll

In an effort to recognize that work, The Providence Journal is highlighting the accomplishments of high school students in our Student of the Week initiative and it's time for you to choose the best of the best. Below you will find the nominations for the honor. Voting is open until noon on Thursday, Oct. 24.

Splendor of Florence festival gives new life to former Yoleni’s space in Providence

It’s the first time the festival has taken place in Providence since 2002, and guests will be able to celebrate with food, wine, and events.

RISD to consider an Israel divestment proposal written by students

The Rhode Island School of Design’s Board of Trustees will “share their thoughts” on a divestment proposal put forth by RISD Students for Justice in Palestine by March, according to Jaime Marland, a RISD spokesperson. Marland declined to comment on whether this will constitute a final decision on the divestment proposal.

Are RI elections safe? Secretary of State Gregg Amore tackles these questions

Amore cited ERIC's finding in a post-election audit that three Rhode Island voters also voted in another state in 2020. The three men were charged. One was given a three-year deferred sentence in 2022. The other two are no longer on the court database, possibly due to expungements.

Providence Comprehensive Plan heads to full council for vote

A Providence City Council committee voted Monday to finally approve the capital city’s 10-year roadmap for growth, which includes a stipulation allowing new gas stations to be built only on land deemed otherwise unusable for housing.

Look No Further Than Washington Bridge for Why We Need to Vote Yes on Constitutional Convention

The primary purpose of a ConCon is to provide voters with a mechanism to check a government that has run amok. In the case of the bridge, neither the governor’s office nor the state legislature has held the malfunctioning RI Department of Transportation accountable for its failures.

Amid challenging adjustment, Haitian immigrants in RI find support in community orgs

After Hurricane Matthew, a team from New Bridges traveled to remote areas in Haiti to provide healthcare assistance. According to Georges, the organization was also able to send an ambulance with medical supplies to the country through a donation from Governor Daniel McKee.

What are RI's key local questions on the ballot this year? Here's a breakdown

Voters in 23 of Rhode Island's 39 cities and towns are being asked to approve ballot referendums. Political Scene looks at some key questions.

Rhode Island State Police make multiple arrests over the weekend

Troopers from the Rhode Island State Police Hope Valley Barracks conducted a series of arrests over the weekend, detaining individuals on various charges, including failure to appear for sentencing and driving under the influence.

Providence man arrested in East Greenwich as fugitive from justice

At 2:40 a.m., Rhode Island State Troopers apprehended Trevoy Campbell, 25, of Providence, on charges of being a fugitive from justice in connection with a vehicle theft case from Seekonk, Massachusetts.

Barmore apologizes to Providence police after racism remarks

New England Patriots defensive tackle Christian Barmore issued an apology on social media to the Providence Police Department after he accused officers of racism

Drake Maye proved himself in debut start. How about better coaching, play-calling, too?

Naysayers aren’t entirely wrong, either. Patriots head coach Jerod Mayo said as much this week, the offensive line played a big part in bringing rookie quarterback Drake Maye along slowly. But you can’t throw the entire line (or team) under the bus now, can you?

‘Tres Patines y La Tremenda Corte’ pays tribute to one of Latin America’s most beloved comedic characters

But while this Teatro ECAS production is accurately retro and deservingly reverential, it’s not particularly funny.

Police Release Bodycam Video Of Patriots Player After He Accuses Them Of Racism

New England Patriots defensive tackle Christian Barmore was stopped by Providence, Rhode Island police this week and given three traffic violations. The

Houses Destroyed in Three-Alarm Fire in Providence, RI

Firefighters found heavy fire when they responded to the incident Friday morning and requested additional manpower.

I-95 bridge in Providence to be replaced at the beginning of November

The Rhode Island Department Transportation said that it will replace the Interstate 95 bridge over Elmwood Avenue in Providence in November. The bridge will be completely replaced on the weekends of Nov.

Classical athlete promotes sports safety in Providence

Classical Senior Sophie Baldwin secured a Grant that allows every athlete in Providence Public School to take a concussion baseline test. (WJAR) What Baldwin didn’t know, is she suffered her first concussion, one of three that would force her to miss her junior season, but her injury wouldn’t stop her from making an impact.

How to carve an epic jack-o'-lantern this Halloween

Each year, master pumpkin carver George Nickolopoulos and his team carve about 5,000 to display at the Roger Williams Zoo’s Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular. Nickolopoulos joins WBUR's Morning Edition to help us pick and carve a next-level jack-o'-lantern.

Providence, RI to welcome USA Gymnastics Championships in 2025

The USA Gymnastics Championships will head to Providence, Rhode Island in 2025, USA Gymnastics announced Friday.

Despite challenges, New England states top Forbes’ health accessibility rankings

Massachusetts ranked No. 1, followed by Connecticut and Rhode Island. Utah, Nevada, and Texas were among the states with the worst access to health care.

RI officials to kick off flu vaccination campaign

Officials are kicking off their flu vaccination campaign by encouraging residents to go out and get their flu shots. Governor Dan McKee will join officials from the Rhode Island Department of Health to get vaccinated against the flu.

RI broadband builds to benefit Jamestown, Westerly, and Newport

Two ISPs have been selected in Rhode Island to complete broadband projects that will provide service to an estimated 6,700 locations.

NEW: Patriots’ Barmore Accuses Providence Police of Racism

New England Patriots defensive tackle Christian Barmore accused Providence Police of racism on social media overnight.

UPDATED: Three People Shot in Providence

The shooting occurred in the Hartford section of the city. Three males were shot on Whelan Road, and the victims all went to the hospital. Police responded to Whelan Road shortly after 4 PM on Tuesday for a report of shots fired. According to police, they first encountered two male gunshot victims with wounds to their legs.

Artist to Know: Printmaker Dan Wood - Inside Art with Michael Rose

In an unassuming industrial building in Providence’s West End, printmaker Dan Wood is at work on a major project producing cards with letterpress accents for the National Cathedral in Washington, DC.

Massive fire engulfs building in Providence

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WJAR) — A massive fire broke out in a building on Westminster Street in Providence Tuesday night. An NBC 10 photographer saw several fire trucks on scene, and heard what sounded like explosions from inside the building. Large plumes of smoke were visible from the building.

Crews battling huge fire at building in Providence, Ri

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Where RI candidates for US House and Senate stand on Israel, tariffs, Amtrak bypass and more

Candidates were asked if they'd be willing to buy an electric car, and how much they'd expand the child tax credit, among other topics.

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