Category Archives: Local News
Two dead in wrong-way DUI crash Christmas night on a Massachusetts bridge
The Veterans Memorial Bridge linking Fall River and Somerset via Route 6 is seen in a file photo by MassDOTBy WPRO NewsAuthorities in Massachusetts detailed a tragic and deadly crash on Christmas nigh...
Dec 26, 2023
Contrary to politicians’ claims, offshore wind farms don’t kill whales. Here’s what to know.
Block Island Wind Farm Photo: NOAA FisheriesPORTLAND, Maine (AP) - Unfounded claims about offshore wind threatening whales have surfaced as a flashpoint in the fight over the future of renewable energ...
Dec 26, 2023
PODCAST: RIDOT Announces I-195 bypass may open this weekend
A lone work truck occupies the westbound lanes of the Washington Bridge, December 12, 2023, which were closed to traffic due to structural deficiencies. Photo by Steve Klamkin WPRO News RIDOT Director...
Dec 13, 2023
PODCAST: Rick Simone talks about I-195 closure and the effect on Providence area businesses
Photo by Lindsey LernerRick Simone from the RI Small Business Coalition and Federal Hill Commerce Association joined Matt Allen to discuss the I-195 closure and the effect on Providence area businesse...
Dec 13, 2023
PODCAST: RI Senate Minority Leader De La Cruz calls for oversight hearings on I-195 bridge closure
Rhode Island Senate Minority Leader Jessica de la Cruz (R-Burrillville, Glocester, North Smithfield) Photo by Steve Klamkin WPRO News RI Senate Minority Leader Jessica De La Cruz (R-Burrillville, Gloc...
Dec 13, 2023
RIDOT releases I-195 bridge report that led to closure
See the photos and read the report below:Washington Bridge Weekend ReportDownload
Dec 12, 2023
LISTEN: Tuesday afternoon updates from local officials on I-195 bridge closure
A lone work truck occupies the westbound lanes of the Washington Bridge, December 12, 2023, which were closed to traffic due to structural deficiencies. Photo by Steve Klamkin WPRO News Governor Dan M...
Dec 12, 2023
Busy Rhode Island bridge closed suddenly after structural problem found, and repair will take months
A lone work truck occupies the westbound lanes of the Washington Bridge, December 12, 2023, which were closed to traffic due to structural deficiencies. Photo by Steve Klamkin WPRO News PROVIDENCE, R....
Dec 12, 2023
Hasbro cuts 1,100 jobs, or 20% of its workforce, prompted by the ongoing malaise in the toy business
Photo by Steve Klamkin WPRO News NEW YORK (AP) - Toy maker Hasbro said Monday it is cutting about 1,100 jobs, or 20% of its workforce, as the malaise in the toy business extends through another holida...
Dec 12, 2023
LISTEN: Local leaders provide Tuesday morning updates on I-195W bridge closures
Rhode Island Governor Dan McKee, RI Department of Transportation Director Peter Alviti, Providence Mayor Brett Smiley, and East Providence Mayor Bob DaSilva joined WPRO’s Gene Valicenti on Tuesd...
Dec 12, 2023
