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Sen. Mitch McConnell won't seek reelection in 2026, ending long tenure as Republican power broker

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Republican Sen. Mitch McConnell is announcing on Thursday that he won’t seek reelection next year, ending a decadeslong tenure a...

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New Bedford police chief to retire in May

He will be stepping down on May 3 after being with the department for more than 30 years and serving as chief since 2021....

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Feb 19, 2025 01:40PM
Feb 19, 2025 01:40PM

Dozens of inmates going before RI parole board

Parole hearings for criminals convicted of crimes in Rhode Island will begin on Wednesday....

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Feb 19, 2025 01:24PM
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Sen. Mitch McConnell won't seek reelection in 2026, ending long tenure as Republican power broker

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Republican Sen. Mitch McConnell is announcing on Thursday that he won’t seek reelection next year, ending a decadeslong tenure a...

By wpri
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Feb 20, 2025 04:24PM
Feb 20, 2025 04:24PM
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U.S. and Canada want to play a 4 Nations hockey final for the ages

The teams said they aren't thinking about the cross-border animosity that has been building over tariff talks, anthems and annexation. Instead, they want to ...

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Feb 20, 2025 12:08PM
Feb 20, 2025 12:08PM

5 displaced by 3-alarm Newport fire

Crews are working to put out a fire in Newport early Thursday morning....

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Feb 20, 2025 10:53AM
Feb 20, 2025 10:53AM

Weather Now: Less Wind, But Still Cold Today

Good afternoon! We will have less wind today, but it will still be pretty cold. We're also looking at the chance for some light snow late Thursday, but it do...

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Feb 19, 2025 08:54AM
Feb 19, 2025 08:54AM

Scituate residents speak out against proposed condo complex

It was a packed house in Scituate Tuesday evening as residents gathered to express their concerns regarding a proposed condominium complex on the Johnston to...

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Feb 19, 2025 03:17AM
Feb 19, 2025 03:17AM

Woman injured after ice slides off roof of tractor-trailer

Rhode Island State Police is investigating after a woman was injured by a sheet of ice that fell off of a tractor-trailer truck Monday....

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Feb 19, 2025 01:38AM
Feb 19, 2025 01:38AM

Hundreds more physicians needed to address RI primary care shortage, experts say

Experts say a primary care physician shortage is a problem that's been growing for years. ...

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Feb 18, 2025 11:11PM
Feb 18, 2025 11:11PM

Weather Now: Very Cold Start; A Little Snow Later Today

Good morning. We're looking at the possibility of a little light snow later today, then we'll have a slow warm up into next week. INTERACTIVE RADAR: Live Pin...

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Feb 20, 2025 09:09AM
Feb 20, 2025 09:09AM

Barrington home added to National Register of Historic Places

The General Thomas Allin House, which is considered one of the oldest homes in Barrington, has officially been added to the National Register of Historic Pla...

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Feb 20, 2025 01:48AM
Feb 20, 2025 01:48AM

Former USDA workers warn cuts could harm RI farmers, groceries

The former employees said they received termination letters via email last week....

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Feb 20, 2025 12:19AM
Feb 20, 2025 12:19AM

2 pedestrians hit by SUV in Johnston

Police say the 68-year-old man and 66-year-old woman were struck while trying to cross Plainfield Street on Wednesday....

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Feb 19, 2025 11:18PM
Feb 19, 2025 11:18PM

Provenance in Providence: Lost demo tape of Talking Heads' 'Psycho Killer' resurfaces at RISD

Nearly half a century later, the demo tape for Talking Heads' "Psycho Killer" has found its way back to RISD, a full-circle moment for a band with roots plan...

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Feb 19, 2025 10:51PM
Feb 19, 2025 10:51PM

Warwick settles sexual harassment lawsuit filed by former worker for $600K

A former Water Division employee accused her former boss and several colleagues of sexual harassment over multiple years....

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Feb 19, 2025 09:43PM
Feb 19, 2025 09:43PM

Bristol woman reported missing

Jennifer M. Warren, 48, was last seen around three weeks ago by neighbors, according to Bristol police....

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Feb 19, 2025 04:00PM
Feb 19, 2025 04:00PM

NASCAR Hall of Famer Jeff Gordon ready to partner with Tom Cruise on 'Days of Thunder' sequel

NASCAR Hall of Famer Jeff Gordon wants a “Days of Thunder” sequel and said at Daytona International Speedway that he's been in touch with the Hollywood a...

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Feb 19, 2025 03:11PM
Feb 19, 2025 03:11PM
Silver Medal

Awarded for: Other Regions are giving property tax dollars back from schools....

Silver Medal

Awarded for: Other Regions are giving property tax dollars back from schools....

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Sen. Mitch McConnell won't seek reelection in 2026, ending long tenure as Republican power broker

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Republican Sen. Mitch McConnell is announcing on Thursday that he won’t seek reelection next year, ending a decadeslong tenure a...

By wpri
0.0 Ratings
Feb 20, 2025 04:24PM
Feb 20, 2025 04:24PM

U.S. and Canada want to play a 4 Nations hockey final for the ages

The teams said they aren't thinking about the cross-border animosity that has been building over tariff talks, anthems and annexation. Instead, they want to ...

By wpri
0.0 Ratings
Feb 20, 2025 12:08PM
Feb 20, 2025 12:08PM

5 displaced by 3-alarm Newport fire

Crews are working to put out a fire in Newport early Thursday morning....

By wpri
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Feb 20, 2025 10:53AM
Feb 20, 2025 10:53AM

Rhode Island Latest Articles

Weather Now: Very Cold Start; A Little Snow Later Today

Good morning. We're looking at the possibility of a little light snow later today, then we'll have a slow warm up into next week. INTERACTIVE RADAR: Live Pin...

By wpri
0.0 Ratings
Feb 20, 2025 09:09AM
Feb 20, 2025 09:09AM

Barrington home added to National Register of Historic Places

The General Thomas Allin House, which is considered one of the oldest homes in Barrington, has officially been added to the National Register of Historic Pla...

By wpri
0.0 Ratings
Feb 20, 2025 01:48AM
Feb 20, 2025 01:48AM