St. Patrick's Day weekend is here! Don't miss these free local events: https://www.wpri.com/dont-miss/list-free-st-patricks-day-parades-and-festivities-in-rhode-island-and-massachusetts/
Community members gathered Friday for a fundraiser to help a beloved Providence bar rebuild after a fire destroyed its interior last week. See photos and stories from "Brad's": ⤵️
Revolution Wind is expected to supply enough electricity to power more than 350,000 homes and businesses in Rhode Island and Connecticut once it's fully operational. https://www.wpri.com/weather/ocean-bay-beach/revolution-wind-begins-supplying-power-to-electric-grid/
This week on Street Stories, the team headed to Warwick to investigate how a small but devastating crime turned into a community bonding moment. What's been going on at Red, White & Brew: https://www.wpri.com/news/street-stories/how-warwick-stepped-up-after-tip-jar-theft-at-inclusive-coffee-shop/
It was almost a full house during Friday afternoon’s R.I. Cannabis Control Commission meeting, as several cultivators, pot shop owners and applicants gave their thoughts on the potential rollback of new dispensary licenses.
Massachusetts residents now have a centralized website to report sightings of alleged misconduct or illegal activity by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement in the state.
Is the country headed towards a Constitutional crisis? Retired U.S. District Judge William Smith shares his concerns on this week's Newsmakers on WPRI 12, FOX Providence, and streaming here: https://www.wpri.com/news/newsmakers/
A hair regrowth treatment containing minoxidil has been recalled because it was sold in non-child-resistant spray bottles. What to do if you purchased the product: https://www.wpri.com/recalls-and-warnings/hair-regrowth-treatment-recall-issued-over-child-ingestion-risk/
As of Friday afternoon, roughly 2,500 U.S. Marines and at least one amphibious assault ship were headed for the Middle East, according to a U.S. official.
Crews have knocked down a fire that caused visible damage to the roof of a Johnston home on Friday afternoon.
After a long offseason, Rhode Island FC is ready to begin its 2026 campaign!
The team's season kicks off with a home opener against Jacksonville on Saturday, March 14, in Pawtucket.
As Newport readies for its 70th Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade, city officials are reminding revelers to celebrate responsibly. What you can expect in terms of policing: https://www.wpri.com/news/local-news/east-bay/police-highlight-safe-driving-ahead-of-st-patricks-day/
Internal messages in which a Live Nation employee mocks customers and says the company is “robbing them blind” have been made public as some states weigh whether to continue their antitrust trial against Live Nation and its subsidiary Ticketmaster. Details: https://shorturl.at/PG3Nc
Providence-based nonprofit HunterSeven received a major donation that will help them expand their supports for veterans exposed to cancer-causing toxins during service. Tap below to learn more.
https://www.wpri.com/12health/100k-donation-will-help-nonprofit-screen-more-veterans-for-cancer/
The hearing comes after the Attorney General’s office released a sweeping report on decades of misconduct within the church and recommended changes to state law.
The Pawtucket Police Department is still searching for the suspect in last weekend’s deadly stabbing.
#Breaking: Providence College announced Friday that head coach Kim English will not return to the men’s basketball program next season.
https://www.wpri.com/sports/college/pc-hoops/kim-english-out-as-providence-college-mens-basketball-coach/
Here’s your weekend weather forecast from the Amica Insurance AMP Cam in downtown Providence.
Sun will give way to clouds Friday with a few rain and snow showers late at night. Saturday will be windy but dry. Sun will give way to clouds again on Sunday.
The town of Bristol has filed a complaint in federal court against the RITBA and the TSA over access to an inspection report on the Mt. Hope Bridge.
The community center will offer “wraparound services,” including casework, youth programs, financial literacy classes and help with workforce growth.
Don't blink or you'll miss it!🚁
Four people were forced from their home Friday morning after a fire in Pawtucket. https://www.wpri.com/news/local-news/blackstone-valley/woman-hurt-in-pawtucket-fire/
It’s unclear what the FBI agents were investigating at Soft Silence Spa, but a spokesperson confirmed “court-authorized activity” was happening.
Gov. Maura Healey is pressing federal officials for full transparency regarding immigration arrests and detention operations in Massachusetts this year. https://www.wpri.com/news/immigration/healey-presses-ice-for-complete-and-accurate-information-on-massachusetts-arrests/
High school sports announcers Nick Coit and Marty Walsh had a bird's eye view of Colin Dorgan's game-winning goal in double overtime.
"It was a moment that transcends sports."
More: https://www.wpri.com/dont-miss/high-school-announcers-recall-colin-dorgan-goal-moment-that-transcends-sports/
Providence residents are once again pushing back against an Allens Avenue scrapyard that's been the site of several fires over the last few years. https://www.wpri.com/news/local-news/providence/providence-residents-renew-fight-against-embattled-scrapyard/
The pastor of Holy Apostles Parish claims a scammer impersonated him in an email sent to some church members asking for gift cards. https://www.wpri.com/news/local-news/west-bay/cranston-pastor-warns-of-email-scam-targeting-parishioners/
The restaurant received a one-day suspension as a result of the violations officers spotted at the party. https://www.wpri.com/new-england/massachusetts/bodycam-shows-patriots-players-after-hours-party-at-boston-bar/
A veteran off-duty Providence police officer has been suspended without pay after a monthslong internal review found he violated the department’s code of conduct. https://www.wpri.com/target-12/providence-detective-suspended-after-video-shows-incident-at-casino/
It takes a lot of money to remove a lot of snow, especially a record-breaking amount.
Here's a look at how some communities are faring with their winter weather budgets: https://www.wpri.com/money/some-rhode-island-communities-over-budget-on-snow-removal-costs/
