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The House voted overwhelmingly on Tuesday afternoon to pass a bill that would force the DOJ to release its files on Jeffrey Epstein, sending it to the Senate.
House votes overwhelmingly to force release of Epstein files, sending bill to Senate
The House voted overwhelmingly in favor of a bill Tuesday to force the Justice Department to publicly release its files on the convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
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November 18, 2025 at 8:03 PM
The House voted overwhelmingly on Tuesday afternoon to pass a bill that would force the DOJ to release its files on Jeffrey Epstein, sending it to the Senate.
Watch “The Last Don of Providence” starting Monday, Nov. 24, on the free WPRI 12+ smart TV app. How to download: https://www.wpri.com/target-12/inside-the-mafia/the-last-don-of-providence-a-12-tv-app-exclusive/
November 18, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Watch “The Last Don of Providence” starting Monday, Nov. 24, on the free WPRI 12+ smart TV app. How to download: https://www.wpri.com/target-12/inside-the-mafia/the-last-don-of-providence-a-12-tv-app-exclusive/
DEVELOPING: Emergency crews are trying to rescue workers who became trapped after a trench collapsed at a work site in South Yarmouth. Tap the link for details: https://shorturl.at/CN8cO
November 18, 2025 at 6:20 PM
DEVELOPING: Emergency crews are trying to rescue workers who became trapped after a trench collapsed at a work site in South Yarmouth. Tap the link for details: https://shorturl.at/CN8cO
We asked Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse to weigh in on Congress's vote to release the Epstein files. 12 News will have the latest developments from Washington on air starting at 4 and online.
November 18, 2025 at 6:00 PM
We asked Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse to weigh in on Congress's vote to release the Epstein files. 12 News will have the latest developments from Washington on air starting at 4 and online.
#LIVE: For decades, forecasters have been using wind speed to convey storm risks, but one researcher says there's a better way. Learn more in this week's episode of Tracking the Tropics: ⤵️
USF professor suggests new hurricane rating system | Tracking the Tropics
A University of South Florida professor is among a team of researchers suggesting a change to how the risks associated with tropical cyclones are communicated.
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November 18, 2025 at 5:30 PM
#LIVE: For decades, forecasters have been using wind speed to convey storm risks, but one researcher says there's a better way. Learn more in this week's episode of Tracking the Tropics: ⤵️
Court documents show the Cohasset man accused of killing his wife and dismembering her body two years ago has pleaded guilty to two of the charges against him as he prepares to stand trial for murder.
Brian Walshe pleads guilty to 2 charges ahead of murder trial
The Cohasset man accused of killing his wife and dismembering her body two years ago has changed his plea on two of the charges against him.
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November 18, 2025 at 4:55 PM
Court documents show the Cohasset man accused of killing his wife and dismembering her body two years ago has pleaded guilty to two of the charges against him as he prepares to stand trial for murder.
The cost of day care for two small children is more expensive than paying for rent in the majority of major U.S. cities, a recent study indicates.
Study: Some parents paying more for child care than rent
“Spending almost $1,300 a month on child care is a massive burden for parents,” said Lending Tree’s Matt Schulz.
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November 18, 2025 at 3:04 PM
The cost of day care for two small children is more expensive than paying for rent in the majority of major U.S. cities, a recent study indicates.
According to HealthSource RI, 90% of its customers benefit from the expanded credits.
The state’s health care marketplace said the average customer in Rhode Island is expected to see their bill double next year.
The state’s health care marketplace said the average customer in Rhode Island is expected to see their bill double next year.
Substitute teacher’s health bill could be $2,000 a month if ACA credits expire
The expanded benefits are set to expire by the end of the year.
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November 18, 2025 at 2:38 PM
According to HealthSource RI, 90% of its customers benefit from the expanded credits.
The state’s health care marketplace said the average customer in Rhode Island is expected to see their bill double next year.
The state’s health care marketplace said the average customer in Rhode Island is expected to see their bill double next year.
Internet infrastructure provider Cloudflare says it is deploying a fix for an issue that caused global outages for ChatGPT, social media platform X, League of Legends and other prominent internet services.
Cloudflare outage disrupts ChatGPT, X, other internet services
Internet infrastructure provider Cloudflare says it is deploying a fix for an issue that caused global outages for ChatGPT, social media platform X, transit infrastructure and other prominent inter…
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November 18, 2025 at 2:13 PM
Internet infrastructure provider Cloudflare says it is deploying a fix for an issue that caused global outages for ChatGPT, social media platform X, League of Legends and other prominent internet services.
On Monday, Hope & Main broke ground on a new location in Providence, with the hopes of being a launchpad for hundreds of new businesses.
Details: https://www.wpri.com/business-news/hope-main-breaks-ground-on-second-providence-location/
Details: https://www.wpri.com/business-news/hope-main-breaks-ground-on-second-providence-location/
November 18, 2025 at 1:38 PM
On Monday, Hope & Main broke ground on a new location in Providence, with the hopes of being a launchpad for hundreds of new businesses.
Details: https://www.wpri.com/business-news/hope-main-breaks-ground-on-second-providence-location/
Details: https://www.wpri.com/business-news/hope-main-breaks-ground-on-second-providence-location/
This week’s Cardi’s Furniture & Mattresses Hometown Sports Hero is Mekhi Wilson.
The UMass Dartmouth Junior scored five Rushing Touchdowns and had one receiving score in the Corsairs' 42-21 win over MASCAC rival Plymouth State in their season finale.
The UMass Dartmouth Junior scored five Rushing Touchdowns and had one receiving score in the Corsairs' 42-21 win over MASCAC rival Plymouth State in their season finale.
Hometown Hero: Mekhi Wilson, UMass Dartmouth
This week’s Cardi’s Furniture & Mattresses Hometown Sports Hero is Mekhi Wilson.
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November 18, 2025 at 1:09 PM
This week’s Cardi’s Furniture & Mattresses Hometown Sports Hero is Mekhi Wilson.
The UMass Dartmouth Junior scored five Rushing Touchdowns and had one receiving score in the Corsairs' 42-21 win over MASCAC rival Plymouth State in their season finale.
The UMass Dartmouth Junior scored five Rushing Touchdowns and had one receiving score in the Corsairs' 42-21 win over MASCAC rival Plymouth State in their season finale.
Gov. Dan McKee expressed frustration with the decision, telling 12 News in a statement, “It’s flat-out unacceptable that this settlement isn’t moving forward.”
Rhode Island Energy withdraws two-year energy credit proposal
Rhode Island Energy has withdrawn a proposal championed by Gov. Dan McKee that would have given ratepayers a break throughout the coming winter months, according to the utility company.
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November 18, 2025 at 12:42 PM
Gov. Dan McKee expressed frustration with the decision, telling 12 News in a statement, “It’s flat-out unacceptable that this settlement isn’t moving forward.”
Trinity Repertory Company’s 49th production of "A Christmas Carol" hit the stage on Nov. 6 and has moved into a more intimate space.
Details: https://www.wpri.com/news/local-news/community-focus/trinity-reps-49th-production-of-a-christmas-carol-underway/
Details: https://www.wpri.com/news/local-news/community-focus/trinity-reps-49th-production-of-a-christmas-carol-underway/
November 18, 2025 at 12:28 PM
Trinity Repertory Company’s 49th production of "A Christmas Carol" hit the stage on Nov. 6 and has moved into a more intimate space.
Details: https://www.wpri.com/news/local-news/community-focus/trinity-reps-49th-production-of-a-christmas-carol-underway/
Details: https://www.wpri.com/news/local-news/community-focus/trinity-reps-49th-production-of-a-christmas-carol-underway/
Bristol County Sheriff Paul Heroux has settled a $10 million lawsuit lodged against his predecessor that stemmed from a violent altercation inside the former C. Carlos Carreiro Immigration Detention Center back in May 2020.
‘The responsible thing to do’: Bristol County sheriff settles immigration detainee lawsuit
Bristol County Sheriff Paul Heroux has settled a $10 million lawsuit lodged against his predecessor that stemmed from a violent altercation inside the former C. Carlos Carreiro Immigration Detentio…
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November 18, 2025 at 11:57 AM
Bristol County Sheriff Paul Heroux has settled a $10 million lawsuit lodged against his predecessor that stemmed from a violent altercation inside the former C. Carlos Carreiro Immigration Detention Center back in May 2020.
The cold weather is here and as we try to stay warm, we want to settle a debate. Do you sleep with a top sheet, or just the comforter?
Let us know in the comments and vote in our poll: https://www.wpri.com/connect/
Let us know in the comments and vote in our poll: https://www.wpri.com/connect/
November 18, 2025 at 11:22 AM
The cold weather is here and as we try to stay warm, we want to settle a debate. Do you sleep with a top sheet, or just the comforter?
Let us know in the comments and vote in our poll: https://www.wpri.com/connect/
Let us know in the comments and vote in our poll: https://www.wpri.com/connect/
A Cranston family is grieving the sudden loss of their 80-year-old father, who was hit and killed while crossing the street last week. https://www.wpri.com/news/local-news/west-bay/a-great-loss-cranston-family-remembers-father-killed-in-crash/
‘A great loss’: Cranston family remembers father killed in crash
Police said Richard Viti, of Cranston, was on his way to the San Bernardo Men’s Society off Atwood Avenue when he was hit by a car.
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November 18, 2025 at 4:05 AM
A Cranston family is grieving the sudden loss of their 80-year-old father, who was hit and killed while crossing the street last week. https://www.wpri.com/news/local-news/west-bay/a-great-loss-cranston-family-remembers-father-killed-in-crash/
A popular Narragansett burger joint is officially on the market. https://www.wpri.com/news/local-news/south-county/narragansetts-crazy-burger-listed-for-sale/
Narragansett’s Crazy Burger listed for sale
A popular Narragansett burger joint is officially on the market.
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November 18, 2025 at 3:34 AM
A popular Narragansett burger joint is officially on the market. https://www.wpri.com/news/local-news/south-county/narragansetts-crazy-burger-listed-for-sale/
Eva Helena Mendes was returning from a trip to Cape Verde with her sister when she we detained. It had been her first time visiting her native country since she moved to the United States 40 years ago. https://www.wpri.com/new-england/massachusetts/woonsocket-mom-remains-detained-at-logan-airport/
Woonsocket mom remains detained at Logan Airport
It’s been nearly two weeks since Eva Helena Mendes was detained at Boston Logan International Airport by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
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November 18, 2025 at 3:02 AM
Eva Helena Mendes was returning from a trip to Cape Verde with her sister when she we detained. It had been her first time visiting her native country since she moved to the United States 40 years ago. https://www.wpri.com/new-england/massachusetts/woonsocket-mom-remains-detained-at-logan-airport/
Thanksgiving is fast approaching, and several stores have already rolled out discounts on all the holiday fixings. See all the best deals in Southern New England: https://www.wpri.com/holidays/several-stores-offering-thanksgiving-meal-discounts/
November 18, 2025 at 2:26 AM
Thanksgiving is fast approaching, and several stores have already rolled out discounts on all the holiday fixings. See all the best deals in Southern New England: https://www.wpri.com/holidays/several-stores-offering-thanksgiving-meal-discounts/
Terri and Richy Kless are warning everyone to stay vigilant after the couple fell victim to a "check washing" scam last year. https://www.wpri.com/target-12/cranston-couple-made-whole-after-falling-victim-to-check-washing-scam/
Cranston couple made whole after falling victim to ‘check washing’ scam
The FBI and U.S. Postal Inspection Service announced earlier this year that check fraud as a whole is on the rise nationwide.
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November 18, 2025 at 2:01 AM
Terri and Richy Kless are warning everyone to stay vigilant after the couple fell victim to a "check washing" scam last year. https://www.wpri.com/target-12/cranston-couple-made-whole-after-falling-victim-to-check-washing-scam/
A Bonnet Shores staple is headed to auction later this week. https://www.wpri.com/business-news/narragansetts-coastal-cabin-restaurant-to-be-auctioned-off/
The Coastal Cabin Restaurant to be auctioned off
Salvatore Auctions announced the Coastal Cabin Restaurant will be up for grabs during a foreclosure auction this Wednesday.
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November 18, 2025 at 1:31 AM
A Bonnet Shores staple is headed to auction later this week. https://www.wpri.com/business-news/narragansetts-coastal-cabin-restaurant-to-be-auctioned-off/
The long-awaited medieval-themed entertainment center in Swansea is set to open this week.
Details: https://www.wpri.com/news/local-news/se-mass/medieval-themed-complex-in-swansea-to-open-thursday/
Details: https://www.wpri.com/news/local-news/se-mass/medieval-themed-complex-in-swansea-to-open-thursday/
November 18, 2025 at 1:00 AM
The long-awaited medieval-themed entertainment center in Swansea is set to open this week.
Details: https://www.wpri.com/news/local-news/se-mass/medieval-themed-complex-in-swansea-to-open-thursday/
Details: https://www.wpri.com/news/local-news/se-mass/medieval-themed-complex-in-swansea-to-open-thursday/
A dual-language K-12 school and an early college, career and technical education high school are among the brand-new charter programs being considered in Rhode Island. Learn more about the proposals: ⤵️
New RI charter school proposals focus on dual language, CTE programs
The R.I. Department of Education in May launched a Request for Proposals for new or expanded charter schools hoping to open next fall.
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November 18, 2025 at 12:33 AM
A dual-language K-12 school and an early college, career and technical education high school are among the brand-new charter programs being considered in Rhode Island. Learn more about the proposals: ⤵️
A Cranston man has been sentenced to federal prison for producing and trafficking what prosecutors described as an “astronomical” number of pills falsely marketed as Adderall.
RI man sentenced to prison for producing fake Adderall pills
DEA agents seized approximately 25,000 pills, along with large quantities of mixtures containing methamphetamine and fentanyl.
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November 18, 2025 at 12:09 AM
A Cranston man has been sentenced to federal prison for producing and trafficking what prosecutors described as an “astronomical” number of pills falsely marketed as Adderall.
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STORY: The @riedcollective.bsky.social is proposing two new charter schools in Rhode Island: a dual-language K-12 school and an early-college, career and technical education high school.
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November 17, 2025 at 11:59 PM
STORY: The @riedcollective.bsky.social is proposing two new charter schools in Rhode Island: a dual-language K-12 school and an early-college, career and technical education high school.
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