Statewide overdose spike alert issued for Rhode Island
The Rhode Island Department of Health said that a statewide overdose spike alert was issued on May 6.
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Officer involved in police escort struck by vehicle in New Bedford
New Bedford police said an officer involved in a police escort was struck by a vehicle on Thursday.
Shekarchi announces resignation as House speaker, will seek state Supreme Court seat
Rhode Island House Speaker Joseph Shekarchi announced he will resign from the post Thursday to apply for a vacancy on the state Supreme Court.
1 injured after rollover crash on I-195 in Swansea
Massachusetts State Police said one person was taken to the hospital after a rollover crash on I-195 west on Thursday.
Throwback: The Volvo Ocean Race had a Rhode Island connection in 2015
It was 11 years ago that the worldwide Volvo Ocean Race made its North American stop in Newport.The iconic sailing Race returned to Newport two more times after
Patriots QB Drake Maye stands behind coach Mike Vrabel, calling him 'a great human being'
New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye called Mike Vrabel “a great human being,” and said he doesn't think the head coach's off-field issues will be a dist
Yawgoo Valley Water Park to permanently close
Yawgoo Valley Water Park is permanently closing, according to a message released by its owners.
Providence parking enforcement officer arrested on felony charges
A Parking enforcement officer with the Providence Police Department has been charged with two felonies, including one involving a firearm.
Sonny Gray shuts down Tigers in return from injury, Red Sox finish sweep with 4-0 win
Sonny Gray pitched five innings in his return from injury and the Boston Red Sox finished a three-game sweep of the Detroit Tigers with a 4-0 win on Wednesday n
First Rhode Island Regiment had Black and Indigenous soldiers who fought for freedom
In the early days of the American Revolution, one Rhode Island regiment stood out, not just for its bravery, but for who filled its ranks.A bold move in 1778In
Providence police investigate after a body was found near Point Street Bridge
The Providence Police Department is investigating after a body was discovered on Thursday morning.
Police investigate homicide after gunshot victim found in vehicle dies
The New Bedford Police Department say a man who was found with gunshot wounds inside a vehicle Thursday morning has died.Since early in the morning, police hav
Large police presence in Pawtucket
A large police presence was seen in a Pawtucket neighborhood Wednesday night.
Former Matos campaign worker changes plea to no contest in signature scandal case
A campaign worker involved in the signature scandal that helped spoil Lt. Gov. Sabina Matos' congressional bid in 2023 changed his plea to no contest on Monday.
Investigation into why sewage pipe burst into Providence River
The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management and the City of East Providence are investigating after 800,000 gallons of sewage spilled.
North Providence mayor proposes 7% tax levy hike to offset school costs, hospital loss
North Providence Mayor Charles Lombardi asked for a 7% tax levy increase in his proposed budget for fiscal year 2026-2027, which would cost the average homeowne
Residents hope iconic Milk Can is preserved as landmark listed for sale
The iconic Milk Can in Lincoln is back in the spotlight, this time because the longtime roadside landmark is up for sale.
Residents say Westport Board of Health can't be reached after scrapyard fire
Westport Town officials now said there is less concern that local drinking water has been contaminated after a massive fire at a scrap yard on May 4.
Man faces charges after alleged attempted armed robbery in Plainville
A man is facing charges after an alleged attempted armed robbery in Plainville.
NBC 10 I-Team: Campaign consultant for Cranston mayor got city work
When the NBC 10 I-Team went looking for paperwork to show what he did for the taxpayers, there wasn't much.
New Bedford's Feast of the Blessed Sacrament implementing age restriction after 8 p.m.
New Bedford's annual Feast of the Blessed Sacrament is implementing a new age restriction.
Joe Shekarchi will resign as House speaker to apply for vacancy on state Supreme Court
Joe Shekarchi told NBC 10 News late Wednesday afternoon that he had not resigned but would make an announcement Thursday.
Rhode Island State Police arrest six after investigation into alleged vehicle theft ring
Rhode Island State Police announced six men were arrested after an investigation into an alleged motor vehicle theft ring and chop shop operation.
Ground broken on new mixed-use housing development in New Bedford
Mayor Jon Mitchell and other officials joined One Circle Co. and DW Capital to break ground on a new mixed-use housing development.