Category Archives: Local News
Rep. Langevin: Public service has changed since Capitol riot
Congressman Jim Langevin. File photo by Steve Klamkin WPRO NewsBy Jennifer McDermott The Associated Press WARWICK, R.I. (AP) - After the Capitol riot, longtime U.S. Rep. Jim Langevin said he thought b...
Apr 14, 2022
Mass. man leads police on three-state chase
Photo by Steve Klamkin WPRO News WPRO NewsA man wanted on an outstanding warrant led police on a chase from Massachusetts, through Rhode Island and into Connecticut before his pick-up truck was stoppe...
Apr 13, 2022
Governor: Superman Building will be brought ‘back to life’
The “Superman Building”, tallest building in Rhode Island, has been vacant for nine years, but is slated for a $220 million rehabilitation, announced April 12, 2022. Photo by Steve Klamkin...
Apr 12, 2022
Providence launches campaign for a pension bond
Providence Mayor Jorge Elorza was accompanied by city and state officials as he announced a June 7 voter referendum for a pension obligation bond April 12, 2022. Photo by Steve Klamkin WPRO News By St...
Apr 12, 2022
Police, highway officials urge motorists slow down for workers
Rhode Island Department of Transportation workers operate heavy equipment along Route 44 in East Providence at an event marking National Work Zone Awareness Week on April 11, 2022. Photo by Steve Klam...
Apr 11, 2022
RI devotes $4.8 million to boost outdoor activities
An outdoor patio at The Guild brewery in Pawtucket is an example of a local business that has taken advantage of federal grant money in the state-supported “Take It Outside” program. Photo...
Apr 11, 2022
New animal shelter takes shape
Groundbreaking ceremonies for a new, tri-town animal control shelter in North Providence April 11, 2022. Photo by Steve Klamkin WPRO News By Steve Klamkin WPRO NewsA brief groundbreaking ceremony mark...
Apr 11, 2022
Providence warns against illegal street bikes, ATVs
Providence officials announced a crackdown on the use of dirt bikes and ATVs, illegal on city streets. File photo by Steve Klamkin WPRO News By Steve Klamkin WPRO NewsWith the arrival of spring, Provi...
Mar 31, 2022
UnitedHealthcare fined over substance use disorder coverage
The Rhode Island State House. Photo by Steve Klamkin WPRO News PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) - Rhode Island regulators ordered UnitedHealthcare to pay $100,000 to resolve allegations that the insurer didn't f...
Mar 31, 2022
Police in Cranston team with mental health clinicians
Cranston Police Chief Michael Winquist (at podium) is joined by mental health clinicians and members of his department’s Crisis Intervention Team March 30, 2022. Photo by Steve Klamkin WPRO News...
Mar 30, 2022
