The proposed legislation would create a legal pathway for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking to terminate a lease, with reasonable notice, for their protection, eliminating incurring fees, eviction records, or other penalties.

#NEW: Sen. Melissa Murray and Rep. Karen Alzate have introduced a bill that would allow abuse survivors in RI to break a lease without penalty, creating a way out of dangerous living situations. Why they say it's critical and long-overdue ⬇️ @wpri12.bsky.social www.wpri.com/news/politic...

Snow cleanup can be more dangerous than it looks. I spoke with local hand surgeon Dr. Matthew Akelman, who says snowblower injuries are more common than you think — and they’re rarely “just a cut.” Some patients lose fingers every winter. ⬇️⬇️

Most people know how a snowblower works and avoid placing their hands near the front blades, but a surgeon tells 12 News the most serious injuries occur when the machine becomes jammed: https://www.wpri.com/weather/winter-weather/how-to-prevent-hand-injuries-while-using-a-snowblower-this-winter/

“Really simple. Go with your gut feeling.” That’s what a Brown University custodian is saying after he noticed and reported a suspicious person on campus numerous times before the deadly shooting last weekend.

A Brown University custodian who says he saw the shooting suspect more than a dozen times lurking around the campus, shares his thoughts when it comes to security on campus. Hear more from this interview coming up today at 4.

UPDATE: All of the Brown University shooting victims still hospitalized are now stable, according to an update from officials at 2:45 p.m. Thursday. https://www.wpri.com/news/local-news/providence/most-brown-u-shooting-victims-no-longer-in-critical-condition/ 

NEW: Police are requesting more video from an expanded area in a new map that confirms the unidentified suspect’s whereabouts on the day of the Brown University shooting. https://www.wpri.com/news/local-news/providence/new-map-prompts-expanded-video-search-in-brown-university-shooting/ 

Providence police released new images Wednesday of an individual they want to interview who was seen near the unidentified suspect in the Brown University shooting.

RISD students have voiced frustration with their school’s response to the shooting, describing the internal communication as minimal, vague and, at times, inaccurate. https://www.wpri.com/news/local-news/providence/students-petition-to-merge-risd-and-brown-campus-alert-systems-after-shooting/

#BREAKING: The FBI is offering a $50,000 reward for information leading to the identification, arrest and conviction of the person responsible for the deadly shooting at Brown University. More: https://www.wpri.com/news/local-news/providence/brown-university-reports-active-shooter/ 

The driver charged with the hit-and-run death of 85-year-old Vanda Makovetskiy back in 2023 was sentenced Tuesday to 10 years in the ACI with three to serve.

In the body-worn camera footage, one officer can be heard telling another officer who had just arrived on scene, “They said they were chasing a guy. Not this vehicle here. This is a civilian’s car. I don’t know where they ditched the car yet.”

Refugee advocacy leaders in Providence are warning against what they call "drastic" immigration policy changes announced by the Trump administration in the shooting's aftermath. https://www.wpri.com/news/immigration/ri-refugee-advocates-criticize-trumps-immigration-response-to-dc-shooting/ 

After months of uncertainty, Roger Williams Medical Center and Fatima Hospital will remain open through January, but what happens beyond that point is still unclear. https://www.wpri.com/news/local-news/providence/temporary-deal-reached-to-preserve-roger-williams-fatima-hospitals-into-2026/ 

Three suspects appeared in court Monday morning to face charges in connection with the alleged drug overdoses of seven Providence College students over the weekend.

Ash Street Jail opened in 1888, with some portions dating back roughly 50 years earlier. Over time, it has housed everyone from petty criminals to alleged murderers like Fall River’s Lizzie Borden.

Butler Hospital's new "Express Care" walk-in clinic takes an urgent care approach to mental health support.

A new lease agreement between the City of Providence and WaterFire will give the nonprofit full access to its headquarters, the WaterFire Arts Center, for the next two decades.

A jury convicted an Indiana man on Thursday of sexually assaulting two juvenile girls in Exeter nearly 40 years ago.

While the Democratic primary for Rhode Island governor is still months away, a new poll suggests the outlook for incumbent Dan McKee securing a second full term isn’t looking too bright. Story by @jusolyn.bsky.social and @elizabethturley.bsky.social.

A 16-year-old is accused of assaulting a student with special needs at Rogers High School. Here's what we know so far:

#BREAKING: A student intern at Rhode Island Superior Court was briefly taken into custody by ICE this afternoon before a judge intervened, 12 News has learned. Story by @jusolyn.bsky.social and @timwhiteri.bsky.social: ⤵️

An assistant attorney general in Rhode Island was arrested Thursday night at the Clarke Cooke House in Newport and charged with trespassing, 12 News has learned.

In a survey of 580 unionized DCYF workers, more than 85% said they do not want the department to continue leasing the agency's Friendship Street headquarters, with one member writing, “All this building does is get you sick.” Story by @jusolyn.bsky.social: ⤵️

Apple Inc. has filed a lawsuit against the owner of Apple Cinemas, alleging the movie theater chain has caused widespread confusion and diluted the technology company’s brand. Story by @jusolyn.bsky.social.

A local toddler with a rare kidney cancer is reaching a milestone in his treatment after going viral on social media. Story by @alextpnews.bsky.social and @jusolyn.bsky.social: https://www.wpri.com/news/its-good-news/id-rather-be-in-traffic-viral-tiktok-shines-light-on-local-boys-cancer-battle/

The manager of an acclaimed West African restaurant detained last month by federal immigration authorities is now working to attain asylum in the United States. Story by @Jusolyn.bsky.social.

A Providence woman who has been detained in ICE custody for nearly four months was transferred to a facility more than 2,000 miles away, just 72 hours before a scheduled immigration hearing. Story by ‪@jusolyn.bsky.social‬ & Sophia Szabo.

After sitting vacant for more than two years, New Bedford's historic Star Store is poised for a revival — one that builds on the city’s legacy as a vibrant and diverse arts community. Story by @alextpnews.bsky.social and @jusolyn.bsky.social.

#TONIGHT: Hundreds took to the streets in Providence, joining the nationwide protests against immigration raids. Story: https://www.wpri.com/news/local-news/providence/providence-joins-nationwide-protests-over-la-immigration-raids/ 

The Providence City Council approved an ordinance Thursday night banning large corporate landlords from using algorithms to set prices. @jusolyn.bsky.social looks at how these tools have helped make Providence the country's "least affordable" metro area.

"No words, only tears": The owner of two popular Federal Hill restaurants was among the dozens killed when a nightclub roof collapsed in the Dominican Republic early Tuesday. How the community is remembering him: https://trib.al/wKxxifL 

Filming has officially wrapped for a documentary on Rod Serling, the creator, narrator, and central writer of "The Twilight Zone." @jusolyn.bsky.social has more about the project: https://www.wpri.com/news/local-news/providence/a-new-dimension-rod-serling-documentary-filming-wraps-in-rhode-island/ 

A piece of music history at RISD. Today at 4, how the first recording of a Talking Heads hit resurfaced.

When RISD acquired a collection of materials from a New York artist and former lecturer, archivists had no idea it included a piece of music history that could be traced right back to Providence. Story by @hannahcotter.bsky.social and @jusolyn.bsky.social: www.wpri.com/dont-miss/pr...

Nothing irks me more than watching a story that's been done again and again—script almost word for word. Bring back creativity, or like Jeff Butera said, if there's no new story, find one in your community that is worth telling.

A New Bedford man was found guilty of scamming more than a dozen prospective tenants searching for affordable housing, as well as threatening to kill a nonprofit organizer. www.wpri.com/news/local-n... @wpri12.bsky.social

TONIGHT — The iconic Big Blue Bug, overlooking I-95 in Providence, will light up to kick off the holiday season for Rhode Islanders once again. www.wpri.com/dont-miss/bi... @wpri12.bsky.social

As Attleboro continues to experience an "ongoing and historic" lack of seasonal rainfall, the Water Supply Emergency declaration will remain in effect until at least May of next year. www.wpri.com/news/local-n... @wpri12.bsky.social

This is entirely true. A lot of the high value posters have moved here, people who intelligently discuss important topics, report on news that major media outlets are often so slow on, and whats more... the trolls, hate comments, and slurs are a tiny fraction of what they are on Elon's twitter.

me every day since moving to pvd: