Alex Talley

"Jimmy Kimmel Live!" will air tonight on ABC6.

Programming note:
A decision on whether to air "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" on ABC6 tonight has not yet been made. While Sinclair Broadcasting now operates the station, WLNE is still owned by Standard Media, which has final say.

Holy cats! It happened again! Sinclair has taken over WLNE ABC6 and let me go as a “redundancy”. Looking for a new gig. #opentowork

@helenabfoulkes.bsky.social is announcing a new campaign for Governor of RI in 2026, setting up a primary rematch against Governor McKee. The former CVS executive narrowly lost in 2022 in a race that saw Democratic voters largely split between three candidates. Ryan Medeiros will have more tonight.

Stonington police video shows man drive toward pedestrians on stone wall | ABC6 A still image from Stonington Police Department dash camera video shows a crash on Masons Island Road on Aug. 30, 2025.STONINGTON, Conn. (WLNE) — Dash camera video released by the Stonington Police De...

#Stonington Police have released dashcam video from the arrest of a 75-year-old man for a road rage incident. Officers say he hit one person and tried to hit another after being told to slow down. More at ABC6.com:

The RI Police Chiefs Association is clarifying that suspects cannot request officers turn off their body-worn cameras after the arrest of a state prosecutor in #Newport last week. More on the policy tonight on #ABC6.

Central Falls Mayor Maria Rivera says that she will NOT be running for lieutenant governor next year, avoiding what's expected to be a crowded Democratic primary race to challenge sitting LG Sabina Matos.

Don't get me wrong, I love Kristina, but it's always a great day to be able to work with @kellybates.bsky.social! You can catch Kelly's weekend forecast all evening on #ABC6news!

One @ripta.com driver has seen more than most -- because he's now spent 50 years on the job! Ryan Medeiros is on the road with him now, and brings you the story on #ABC6 News at 5.

Community creates petition for increased child safety measures in Woonsocket after death of 3-year-old | ABC6 Crime scene tape at the scene of a police investigation near Mason Street in Woonsocket on Thursday, June 26, 2025 (WLNE).WOONSOCKET, R.I. (WLNE) — Members of the Woonsocket community have created a p...

Community members in #Woonsocket are petitioning for improved safety measures on local streets after a 3-year-old boy was hit and killed by a driver while riding his bike. More at abc6.com:

Officials at #NewBedford airport say the Matthew Rodriguez Playground is back open after a rat infestation caused by last month's recycling plant fire. The city's health department gave it the all clear earlier today.🐁

Governor McKee has decided NOT to sign the state's 2026 budget over new taxes and fees it contains (the new revenue going toward things like transit and healthcare amid a drop in federal funding). It will still become law, as he is not vetoing it.
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I don't have to tell you it's hot -- but is it "fry an egg in the parking lot" hot? Kristina Shalhoup was willing to pay to find out so you don't have to! Keep up with her progress tonight on ABC6!

Another fine selection from the amazing messages of support we've been getting at ABC6 from the people of #NewEngland who know that unions deserve respect! Let our managers know you want to see an investment in quality local #journalism at abc6.com/news/submit-your-news

I've never been happier to see my email inbox blow up! Since yesterday afternoon we've seen dozens of messages from our amazing #union allies across #RhodeIsland telling ABC6 management we deserve a fair deal! But don't stop now: keep them coming at abc6.com/news/submit-your-news/

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#NABET Local 18 needs you! The ABC6 #union has been stuck in contract talks for several months without progress, while we struggle to pay our bills. Management says if we can't afford to live in #PVD, we shouldn't work for them (crazy, right?). If you support fair wages, let them know on their site:

Federal agents, including ICE and DEA, have been spotted at a Home Depot in Providence. ABC6 News has a crew on scene working to gather more info.
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North Providence Town Councilor Stefano Famiglietti has officially announced he's running in the special election for RI Senate District 4. He joins fellow Democrats Marcia Ranglin-Vassell and Manny Taveras in seeking to win the seat formerly held by the late Dominick Ruggerio.

Fake McKee quote claims Governor slammed Trump at RIC graduation | ABC6 A fake quote attributed to Rhode Island Governor Dan McKee garnered so much attention on the internet, even elected officials started sharing it.

A Rhode Island lawmaker blasted Governor McKee for a quote he told college graduates over the weekend - but he never said it. More at ABC6.com:

The jury in Aaron Thomas' "naked fat test" trial have reached a verdict. The former NK basketball coach has been found not guilty on sexual assault charges, but guilty of two lesser charges of simple battery. He'll be sentenced next month, and faces up to a year in prison for each charge.

Officials in Pawtucket say demolition crews at McCoy Stadium have found one of two time capsules rumored to be hidden at the site. It (and the second if found) will be opened in a ceremony on June 23.
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Raises include $3,835 for RIDOT Director Peter Alviti; $9,298 for Dept. of Administration Director Jonathan Warner; and $8,729 for Dept. of Corrections Director Wayne Salisbury. Projections for the FY2026 budget estimate a $250 million deficit.

Governor McKee's cabinet will get their raises. Senate President Lawson says that the chamber will not consider the resolution that the house passed unanimously on Tuesday, which would have blocked 11 agency heads from getting $82k in salary increases.

Officials in Middletown are reporting a rash of traffic jams up and down Aquidneck Island, citing a combination of rain, road work, and a fire in Newport. They say crews are working to get things cleaned up and traffic restored.

The smoke indicating a new pope appears to have falsely set off fire alarms at ABC6. We're headed back into the building now after PFD gave us the all clear!

White smoke has just risen from the Sistine Chapel, meaning a new pope has been elected. He is expected to be revealed soon.

If you’re seeing a fireball in the sky in Somerset and Fall River this morning… no reason to panic. Somerset PD advised residents a gas company was conducting maintenance and inspections this week. This flame is part of the testing of a flare system.
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Play ball! The Red Sox are playing their home opener today, and ABC6 will be there! Tune in at 4, 5, & 6 for a look as Boston hosts (my) Cardinals for the first time in their 125th season!

Latest look at the progress of demo work at McCoy Stadium in #Pawtucket, with outfield stands and scoreboard completely gone. Prep for the construction of a new high school on the site is set to start in the summer.

#401gives has raised $1 million in it's first 3 hours, and it's just getting started! But there are still several organizations that haven't gotten their first donation: live contributions at 401gives.org