Public Safety
Bodycam shows deadly officer-involved shooting aboard sailboat in Newport
Newly-released body-worn camera footage shows the moments before a deadly officer-involved shooting on a boat in Newport earlier this year.
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Lane closures begin on Newport Pell Bridge and Mount Hope Bridge
RITBA is advising drivers of new travel restrictions in effect on the Newport Pell and the Mount Hope bridges.
Local
Newport man admits to assaulting teen on flight from FL to RI
A Newport man pleaded guilty in a federal case stemming from accusations that he inappropriately touched a 16-year-old girl aboard a plane in November 2025.
Local
Former US ambassador to Russia visits RI as Ukraine war rages on
Former United States Ambassador to Russia Michael McFaul stopped in the Ocean State Wednesday during a pivotal moment in the Ukraine war.
Public Safety
Suspect's rape conviction surfaces after arrest in 1985 Newport murder
The man charged in a 1985 Newport murder case previously served time for raping a 15-year-old in the city one month after the alleged killing.
Local
RI man diagnosed with brain cancer seeks assistance paying for clinical treatment
Jake Pelagalli had just wrapped up a typical shift as general manager of The Reef last year when he suddenly couldn't see out of his left eye.
Public Safety
Suspect charged in 1985 Newport murder cold case
The update stems from a cold case investigation between the Rhode Island Attorney General's Office and the Newport Police Department.
Local
Former President Joe Biden visits Newport car show
Former United States President Joe Biden was in Newport on Sunday afternoon.
Food & Entertainment
Gary Sinise's 'Lt. Dan Band' stops in Newport for free concert
Gary Sinise formed a band named after his beloved character back in 2003 while visiting troops for the United Service Organization in the wake of the terrorist attacks…