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Crews are at the scene of a fire that broke out Tuesday morning at a warehouse in Cranston. Details: https://www.wpri.com/news/local-news/west-bay/crews-respond-to-cranston-warehouse-fire/ 

Boston Globe hosting ‘Rhode Map Live’ event Tuesday night It’s not easy to run a small business in Rhode Island, but there are a lot of success stories across the state.

Small business leaders will be on hand for Tuesday night's “Rhode Map Live” event at the CIC in downtown Providence.

Officials respond to tarmac at TF green Airport According to Flight Radar information, a Delta flight was coming from Atlanta for a 12:20 a.m. landing, but went back up in the air and circled for about 40 minutes before actually landing.

According to Flight Radar information, a flight was coming in for a 12:20 a.m. landing, but went back up in the air and circled for about 40 minutes before actually landing.

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Good Tuesday morning! Narragansett had an interesting sunrise today☀️

Overdose spike alert issued for 5 RI communities In the last week, more non-fatal overdoses were reported in Cranston, Burrillville, Foster, Glocester, and Scituate, according to the health department.

The Rhode Island Department of Health issued an overdose spike alert for five communities Monday due to an increase in drug overdoses.

Iran launches new attacks on Israel and Gulf countries “We are definitely not looking for a ceasefire,” Iran’s parliament speaker, Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf, wrote defiantly on X.

Iran launched new attacks on Tuesday at Israel and Gulf Arab countries as it kept up pressure on the Middle East in a war that has impacted the region and beyond, sent oil prices surging and stunned global economies.

How to protect your home from melting snow Here are some tips and precautions homeowners can take as snow continues to melt and the rainier months approach.

Since the beginning of March, the region’s snow depth has fallen from 16 inches to 9 inches as of March 8, and the melting trend is expected to continue over the next few days.

Advocates highlight domestic violence warning signs, help after Pawtucket stabbing As the search continues for the suspect in a deadly Pawtucket stabbing, domestic violence advocates are shedding light on the warning signs and available resources.

After a 34-year-old woman died following an apparent domestic violence incident in Pawtucket, the Rhode Island Coalition Against Domestic Violence is raising awareness and reminding people that help is available.

Community Focus: Curt Columbus reflects on 20 seasons at Trinity Rep The artistic director plans to leave the role this coming fall.

WATCH: After more than 20 seasons at Trinity Rep, Artistic Director Curt Columbus will depart later this year. He joined Community Focus on 12 News at 4 to reflect on his time with the theater and what's next.

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Democratic gubernatorial candidate Helena Foulkes took aim at Dan McKee on Monday over a Target 12 report revealing that Rhode Island has had the worst state roads in the country for at least a decade. https://www.wpri.com/target-12/foulkes-blasts-mckee-over-ris-last-place-ranking-for-roads/ 

RI dairy delivery business lost $140K in the Blizzard of ’26 Munroe Dairy, a business in East Providence that delivers fresh milk to customers all over the state, says being unable to make deliveries for two days resulted in a $140,000 loss.

Munroe Dairy, a business in East Providence that delivers fresh milk to customers all over the state, says being unable to make deliveries during the Blizzard of '26 resulted in a $140,000 loss.

Man accused of threatening Providence police chief held without bail A man caught on camera yelling at Providence Police Chief Col. Oscar Perez after a crash faced a judge Monday.

A man is being held without bail as a parole violator after he was caught on camera yelling at Providence Police Chief Col. Oscar Perez after a crash on Friday.

#UPDATE: The New Bedford-Fairhaven Swing Bridge is back open after a "mechanical issue" required a temporary closure Monday afternoon.

#UPDATE: The New Bedford-Fairhaven Swing Bridge is back open after a "mechanical issue" required a temporary closure Monday afternoon: www.wpri.com/news/local-n...

NEW: RIDOT center stage again in Dem RI gov primary

@helenabfoulkes.bsky.social argues RI's worst-ranked roads are "a direct result of Gov McKee’s incompetence"

@govdanmckee.bsky.social spox fires back that he's invested $500M in roads over 5 years and Foulkes can't be trusted

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As of March 9, the national average price for a gallon of regular unleaded gasoline has climbed more than 15% over the previous seven days. Full story on the increases: https://www.wpri.com/money/absolutely-crazy-gas-prices-keep-going-up-heres-by-how-much-in-rhode-island-and-massachusetts/ 

Ice Cube to perform at The Big E as first announced act Hip-Hop legend Ice Cube is set to headline the Big E Arena on October 3, with tickets going on sale this Friday.

Hip hop legend Ice Cube is set to perform at The Big E on Saturday, Oct. 3, with tickets going on sale this Friday.

Suspect pleads out in Warwick high-speed pursuit The 45-year-old Central Falls man pleaded no contest to several charges related to the January incident.

A Central Falls man accused of leading Warwick police on a high-speed chase earlier this year has received a one-year suspended sentence after pleading no contest to several charges related to the pursuit.

Bristol D.A. to drop charges against Patriots' Barmore

Prosecutors said Monday that they will drop a domestic assault charge against Patriots lineman Christian Barmore, as they do not believe they can prove their case. Story: https://www.wpri.com/sports/patriots-new-england-nation/prosecutors-to-drop-charge-against-patriots-christian-barmore/ 

RIPTA expands rideshare-style transit program with free first round-trip ride A newly expanded rideshare program is going to give more Rhode Islanders in certain zones of the state the opportunity to request and book trips through an app.

The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) announced Monday that it is launching a new microtransit pilot program, Flex on Demand, in Coventry, Newport, Middletown, West Warwick and Westerly.

Brown University offering hostile intruder training The sessions are voluntary and will be led by FBI-trained instructors.

Brown University is offering voluntary hostile intruder preparedness training for students, staff, and faculty, which will be led by FBI-trained instructors.

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Rhode Island FC is just days away from kicking off the 2026 season! Check out the club's television broadcast schedule so you don't miss a match: https://www.wpri.com/sports/rhode-island-fc/how-to-watch-rhode-island-fc-matches-this-season-2026/ 

New Bedford-Fairhaven bridge temporarily closed again The bridge that carries Route 6 over the Acushnet River is stuck in the open position due to a “mechanical issue,” according to MassDOT.

The MassDOT announced Monday afternoon that the bridge that carries Route 6 over the Acushnet River has once again closed due to a “mechanical issue.”

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#BREAKING: Crews are fighting a fire at a multi-family home on Sorrento Street in Providence. Get the latest details as this story develops: https://www.wpri.com/news/local-news/providence/crews-fighting-fire-on-sorrento-street-in-providence/

Coventry man charged after escaping home confinement The Rhode Island Department of Corrections said Benjamin Webster cut off his ankle monitor while awaiting trial.

A Coventry man is facing additional charges after officials say he cut off his ankle monitor to escape home confinement while awaiting trial.

Authorities investigating explosives thrown near NYC mayor’s residence Two men suspected of bringing explosives to a protest outside New York City’s mayoral mansion were in custody Monday, as authorities probed whether the suspects were inspired by the Islamic S…

Two men suspected of bringing explosives to a protest outside New York City’s mayoral mansion were in custody Monday, according to the city's police commissioner.

Judge pushes back timeline for tariff refunds A federal judge gave the Trump administration some breathing room to process tariff refunds after Customs and Border Protection (CBP) indicated it needed 45 days to set up an automated system. …

A federal judge gave the Trump administration some breathing room to process tariff refunds after Customs and Border Protection said it needed time to set up an automated system. Details below.
https://www.wpri.com/news/us-and-world/judge-pushes-back-timeline-for-tariff-refunds/

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Justice Department lawyers announced today they reached a settlement in their antitrust lawsuit against Ticketmaster and its parent company, Live Nation Entertainment, in a case that alleged an illegal monopoly over live events in America. Tap the link to learn more: https://shorturl.at/8EDwa

Blaney ends Reddick’s streak to give Team Penske a Phoenix weekend sweep Ryan Blaney completed a Team Penske sweep at Phoenix Raceway by winning the Cup Series race Sunday.

The win was the first this season for Ford after Tyler Reddick — in a Michael Jordan-owned Toyota for 23XI Racing — set a NASCAR record by winning the first three races of the season.

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Uber launched a feature today to allow both women riders and drivers across the U.S. to be matched with other women for trips. Tap the link to learn more: https://shorturl.at/7DVo8