Category Archives: Local News
PODCAST: Wild turkeys cause headaches, traffic jams in Johnston
JOHNSTON, R.I. (AP) - A group of wayward wild turkeys that have descended on a Rhode Island town is causing residents problems. Johnston residents say the birds showed up in town about two months ago....
Aug 02, 2018
Police: Officer’s gun accidentally fires after cop’s funeral
CRANSTON, R.I. (AP) – The Cranston police department is reviewing an incident in which a gun accidentally went off after the funeral for a slain Massachusetts police officer, slightly injuring t...
Aug 02, 2018
Nurses in Rhode Island consider next steps after striking
Nurses stay on the picket lines after they’re “locked out” of their jobs. Photo by Tessa Roy, WPRO News. PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) – Nurses at two Rhode Island hospitals who...
Aug 02, 2018
PHOTOS: Folk Festival draws thousands to Newport
Fans cheer at the conclusion of the Newport Folk Festival at Fort Adams State Park on Sunday, July 29, 2018. Photo by Steve Klamkin WPRO News By Steve Klamkin WPRO News About 30,000 music fans filled ...
Jul 30, 2018
Judge rejects plans for Portsmouth solar farm
PORTSMOUTH, R.I. (AP) – A judge has shut down plans for a 29-acre solar farm in Rhode Island. The Providence Journal reported Monday the judge has reversed a zoning board’s approval of the...
Jul 30, 2018
Cicilline to introduce ban on 3D printed guns
By WPRO News Congressman David Cicilline wants to ban 3D printed guns, which he called a “disaster waiting to happen.” Cicilline said he, along with Massachusetts Congressman Seth Moulton,...
Jul 30, 2018
2 accused of interfering with cops prior to Cape shooting
FALMOUTH, Mass. (AP) – Two people accused of interfering with police just prior to a shooting that injured two Falmouth officers appeared in court. Thirty-eight-year-old Kimberly Koval, and 18-y...
Jul 30, 2018
Massive blaze destroys school in Rhode Island
RICHMOND, R.I. (AP) – An independent school in Richmond will be looking for a temporary location to hold classes in the upcoming school year after a massive fire gutted the building. On Sunday, ...
Jul 30, 2018
Lawyer: Claim that Sean Spicer used racial slur is false
Former White House Press Secretary Sean Spicer speaks during a news conference at the White House, Saturday, Jan. 21, 2017 in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon) NEW YORK (AP) - A lawyer for Sean Spic...
Jul 30, 2018
Newport jazz, folk festivals secure deal for 40 more years
Governor Gina Raimondo and Newport Jazz and Folk founder George Wein announce the deal that will keep the festivals in Newport for the next 40 years. Photo by Doug MacGunnigle NEWPORT, R.I. (AP...
Jul 28, 2018
