Alex Talley
@talleyonthetelly.bsky.social
Producer of ABC6 News at 5 & 5:30 (pay *some* attention to the man behind the curtain). NABET-CWA Local 18. Reposts are not endorsements.
"Jimmy Kimmel Live!" will air tonight on ABC6.
September 23, 2025 at 7:11 PM
"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.
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.
September 23, 2025 at 4:31 PM
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.
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.
Reposted by Alex Talley
Holy cats! It happened again! Sinclair has taken over WLNE ABC6 and let me go as a “redundancy”. Looking for a new gig. #opentowork
September 12, 2025 at 2:11 AM
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.
September 9, 2025 at 3:59 PM
@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 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:
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...
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September 8, 2025 at 6:41 PM
#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:
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.
August 19, 2025 at 1:55 PM
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!
July 11, 2025 at 9:14 PM
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.
July 11, 2025 at 3:04 PM
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 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:
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...
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July 2, 2025 at 8:50 PM
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.🐁
June 30, 2025 at 5:57 PM
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.
📷 Justin Pereira/ABC6
📷 Justin Pereira/ABC6
June 25, 2025 at 3:50 PM
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.
📷 Justin Pereira/ABC6
📷 Justin Pereira/ABC6
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!
June 24, 2025 at 7:51 PM
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
June 6, 2025 at 5:00 PM
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/
June 5, 2025 at 1:13 PM
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/
#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:
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June 4, 2025 at 10:49 PM
#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.
📷 Justin Pereira/ABC6
📷 Justin Pereira/ABC6
May 29, 2025 at 2:16 PM
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.
📷 Justin Pereira/ABC6
📷 Justin Pereira/ABC6
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.
May 20, 2025 at 2:30 PM
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.
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:
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.
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May 19, 2025 at 7:28 PM
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.
May 19, 2025 at 5:56 PM
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.
📷 City of Pawtucket
📷 City of Pawtucket
May 19, 2025 at 2:51 PM
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.
📷 City of Pawtucket
📷 City of Pawtucket
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.
May 15, 2025 at 7:21 PM
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.
May 15, 2025 at 1:36 PM
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!
May 8, 2025 at 4:23 PM
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.
May 8, 2025 at 4:10 PM
White smoke has just risen from the Sistine Chapel, meaning a new pope has been elected. He is expected to be revealed soon.