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Tonight at 5, we're learning more about a $10 million settlement the Bristol County Sheriff's Office reached after a violent altercation inside a former immigration detention center.
November 18, 2025 at 9:00 PM
Tonight at 5, we're learning more about a $10 million settlement the Bristol County Sheriff's Office reached after a violent altercation inside a former immigration detention center.
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.
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/
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/
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/
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/
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/
An angler from New Jersey has reeled in a record-breaking fish, according to the Rhode Island DEM. The massive tautog was caught off the coast of Newport earlier this month: https://www.wpri.com/weather/ocean-bay-beach/new-jersey-man-catches-record-breaking-tautog/
November 17, 2025 at 11:07 PM
An angler from New Jersey has reeled in a record-breaking fish, according to the Rhode Island DEM. The massive tautog was caught off the coast of Newport earlier this month: https://www.wpri.com/weather/ocean-bay-beach/new-jersey-man-catches-record-breaking-tautog/
The first episode of “The Last Don of Providence” drops Monday, Nov. 24, only on the free WPRI 12+ smart TV app. Download it now: https://www.wpri.com/target-12/inside-the-mafia/the-last-don-of-providence-a-12-tv-app-exclusive/
November 17, 2025 at 9:30 PM
The first episode of “The Last Don of Providence” drops Monday, Nov. 24, only on the free WPRI 12+ smart TV app. Download it now: https://www.wpri.com/target-12/inside-the-mafia/the-last-don-of-providence-a-12-tv-app-exclusive/
Strong wind gusts are making it feel a lot colder in Southern New England. Tony tells you how long the chill will last, coming up today at 4. https://www.wpri.com/weather-now/weather-now-gusty-and-cold-today/
November 17, 2025 at 8:30 PM
Strong wind gusts are making it feel a lot colder in Southern New England. Tony tells you how long the chill will last, coming up today at 4. https://www.wpri.com/weather-now/weather-now-gusty-and-cold-today/
A Providence public works employee is on paid leave after allegedly stealing coins from city parking meters. We'll tell you what we've learned about the investigation today at 4. https://www.wpri.com/news/local-news/providence/providence-dpw-worker-charged-for-stealing-coins-from-parking-meters/
November 17, 2025 at 7:30 PM
A Providence public works employee is on paid leave after allegedly stealing coins from city parking meters. We'll tell you what we've learned about the investigation today at 4. https://www.wpri.com/news/local-news/providence/providence-dpw-worker-charged-for-stealing-coins-from-parking-meters/
Tonight at 5:00: How to protect yourself from a check washing scheme.
November 17, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Tonight at 5:00: How to protect yourself from a check washing scheme.
#ICYMI: This New England Revolution midfielder expertly juggles a pro soccer career and giving back to his home state. Check out last Friday's Street Stories: https://www.wpri.com/news/street-stories/revolution-player-giving-thanks-by-helping-those-in-need/
November 17, 2025 at 4:28 PM
#ICYMI: This New England Revolution midfielder expertly juggles a pro soccer career and giving back to his home state. Check out last Friday's Street Stories: https://www.wpri.com/news/street-stories/revolution-player-giving-thanks-by-helping-those-in-need/
Here are the nominees for Blitz 12 Player of the Week. Learn more and cast your vote here: https://tinyurl.com/mucnj3uy
November 17, 2025 at 3:21 PM
Here are the nominees for Blitz 12 Player of the Week. Learn more and cast your vote here: https://tinyurl.com/mucnj3uy
The final set of nominees for the #Blitz12 High School Player of the Week have been named.
Vote here:
https://www.wpri.com/blitz-12-player-of-the-week/
Vote here:
https://www.wpri.com/blitz-12-player-of-the-week/
November 16, 2025 at 10:28 PM
The final set of nominees for the #Blitz12 High School Player of the Week have been named.
Vote here:
https://www.wpri.com/blitz-12-player-of-the-week/
Vote here:
https://www.wpri.com/blitz-12-player-of-the-week/
Monday at 5 p.m.: How to protect yourself from a check washing scheme
November 16, 2025 at 1:30 AM
Monday at 5 p.m.: How to protect yourself from a check washing scheme
Francis "Frank" Howard was born on November 4, 1923.
Here's how he celerbated his 102nd birthday: https://www.wpri.com/news/local-news/se-mass/fall-river-veteran-celebrates-102nd-birthday/
Here's how he celerbated his 102nd birthday: https://www.wpri.com/news/local-news/se-mass/fall-river-veteran-celebrates-102nd-birthday/
November 15, 2025 at 4:02 AM
Francis "Frank" Howard was born on November 4, 1923.
Here's how he celerbated his 102nd birthday: https://www.wpri.com/news/local-news/se-mass/fall-river-veteran-celebrates-102nd-birthday/
Here's how he celerbated his 102nd birthday: https://www.wpri.com/news/local-news/se-mass/fall-river-veteran-celebrates-102nd-birthday/
The lithium ion batteries inside certain Tesla Powerwall 2 AC Battery Power Systems can malfunction during normal use, which can result in the system overheating, smoking or catching fire.
Details: https://www.wpri.com/recalls-and-warnings/fire-hazard-prompts-tesla-to-recall-powerwall-batteries/
Details: https://www.wpri.com/recalls-and-warnings/fire-hazard-prompts-tesla-to-recall-powerwall-batteries/
November 15, 2025 at 2:35 AM
The lithium ion batteries inside certain Tesla Powerwall 2 AC Battery Power Systems can malfunction during normal use, which can result in the system overheating, smoking or catching fire.
Details: https://www.wpri.com/recalls-and-warnings/fire-hazard-prompts-tesla-to-recall-powerwall-batteries/
Details: https://www.wpri.com/recalls-and-warnings/fire-hazard-prompts-tesla-to-recall-powerwall-batteries/
This week on Street Stories, New England Revolution midfielder and Cranston native Gevork Diarbian loves giving back. How he got involved with the New England Turkey Club — and how you can too: https://www.wpri.com/news/street-stories/revolution-player-giving-thanks-by-helping-those-in-need/
November 15, 2025 at 1:04 AM
This week on Street Stories, New England Revolution midfielder and Cranston native Gevork Diarbian loves giving back. How he got involved with the New England Turkey Club — and how you can too: https://www.wpri.com/news/street-stories/revolution-player-giving-thanks-by-helping-those-in-need/
It's championship time. 🔥⚽
Rhode Island FC vs. Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC — Saturday at 6:30PM.
Everything on the line. Let’s go, Rhode Island!
Rhode Island FC vs. Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC — Saturday at 6:30PM.
Everything on the line. Let’s go, Rhode Island!
November 14, 2025 at 10:15 PM
It's championship time. 🔥⚽
Rhode Island FC vs. Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC — Saturday at 6:30PM.
Everything on the line. Let’s go, Rhode Island!
Rhode Island FC vs. Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC — Saturday at 6:30PM.
Everything on the line. Let’s go, Rhode Island!
Elaine Pelino, a former actress and model, is running for governor of Rhode Island next year as a Republican. She tells 12 News she launched her campaign in July: https://www.wpri.com/news/elections/republican-elaine-pelino-is-running-for-ri-governor-next-year/
November 14, 2025 at 9:36 PM
Elaine Pelino, a former actress and model, is running for governor of Rhode Island next year as a Republican. She tells 12 News she launched her campaign in July: https://www.wpri.com/news/elections/republican-elaine-pelino-is-running-for-ri-governor-next-year/
RI Education Commissioner Angélica Infante-Green was asked on this week's Newsmakers about her communication with Smithfield's superintendent after an antisemitic hazing incident at the town's high school. We'll have the details coming up today at 4.
November 14, 2025 at 8:00 PM
RI Education Commissioner Angélica Infante-Green was asked on this week's Newsmakers about her communication with Smithfield's superintendent after an antisemitic hazing incident at the town's high school. We'll have the details coming up today at 4.
Police are investigating Providence's second homicide of the year. Today at 4, we'll have the details from the suspect's court appearance.
https://www.wpri.com/news/local-news/providence/1-killed-in-providence-shooting/
https://www.wpri.com/news/local-news/providence/1-killed-in-providence-shooting/
November 14, 2025 at 6:30 PM
Police are investigating Providence's second homicide of the year. Today at 4, we'll have the details from the suspect's court appearance.
https://www.wpri.com/news/local-news/providence/1-killed-in-providence-shooting/
https://www.wpri.com/news/local-news/providence/1-killed-in-providence-shooting/