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Providence: A man was fatally struck by an Amtrak train in Warwick, raising concerns about rail safety, while the Rhode Island Democratic Party rejected gubernatorial candidate McKee's endorsement. The 8th Annual Juneteenth RI Festival in downtown Providence will celebrate African American culture amid forecasted soaking rain and thunderstorms.

Providence's Local Wire update covers the Rhode Island Democratic Party's decision to not endorse any gubernatorial candidate, the SUV recovery at Conimicut Point Beach, and the 50th Annual PrideFest in downtown Providence. The episode also touches on weather forecasts and the state's budget proposal with tax relief measures.

Providence police arrested a North Providence man wanted on a first-degree murder charge in New York after a multi-agency investigation. A teen struck by a vehicle on Willis Avenue near Greenfield Street is in stable condition, raising concerns about pedestrian safety.

Providence police face renewed scrutiny after new bodycam footage of a Central Falls officer tasing a handcuffed man surfaced, while federal prosecutors charged 29 in a major gang investigation. The state also imposed a moratorium on new charter schools, and Scotland’s Tartan Army donated $10,000 to Hasbro Children’s Hospital.

Providence: A mother in Portsmouth is suing a Portuguese American club over the death of her 16-year-old son in a stairway collapse, while a South Kingstown motorcyclist died in a crash sparking road safety concerns. A former Rhode Island senator faces OUI charges after a boating incident that left his passenger overboard.

Providence news today includes a life sentence for Frank Thies in a decades-old Exeter sexual assault case, sentencing updates for a Providence shooting suspect, and healthcare concerns over potential UnitedHealthcare coverage loss at Brown University Health.

Providence: A man accused of throwing a trash can at a motorcyclist in Federal Hill appeared in court, while the city sued three fire truck makers over anticompetitive practices. A family in Coventry is getting support from Savannah Taglianetti and Addison Tavares after a house fire left them homeless.

Providence's Local Wire faced technical issues preventing today's full report from being generated, prompting a delay in the complete local news roundup. The episode highlights disruptions in news delivery, technical challenges at The Local Wire, and potential gaps in coverage for residents awaiting updates.

Providence officials confirm a child under 10 drowned at Conimicut Point Beach, sparking safety concerns, while avian flu cases were found at Antonelli Poultry in Providence prompting bird euthanizations. The city also prepares for World Cup 2026 with fans gathering in Pawtucket and East Providence ahead of the Haiti vs. Scotland match.

Providence: A child under 10 drowned at Conimicut Point Beach in Warwick, prompting warnings about coastal safety, while a motorcyclist in Federal Hill faces charges after a crash. A plane collision at Rhode Island International Airport and a fatal drowning in Ames Pond highlight ongoing safety concerns in the region.

Providence police are investigating a double homicide in Fall River involving two men killed Wednesday night, with the suspect detained without bail. The city also faces a heat advisory with temperatures hitting 93°F, while the Providence Fan Zone opens for the World Cup and Council President Rachel Miller announces she won’t seek re-election.

Providence residents should know about the guilty plea of a man accused of attacking a Rhode Island Hospital nurse, the ongoing investigation into a child fatality in New Bedford, and the homicide in Fall River. Also, a Scottish fan is completing his 3,000-mile mental health awareness walk through Rhode Island.

Providence residents are following a new investigation into a 2022 fatal stabbing in Newport involving Jesse Machado, while a school bus driver was injured by debris in a possible reckless driving incident. A special master has been appointed to oversee the Washington Bridge lawsuit involving over a million pages of disputed emails from former officials.

Providence police are investigating a shooting in Central Falls, adding to the city's public safety concerns, while the tragic death of historian Gordon S. Wood in East Providence has sparked discussions on road safety. Federal Hill saw two incidents involving impaired driving, and Cumberland is probing the suspicious death of an 18-year-old, as Pride events and campus safety proposals dominate lo...

Providence police are investigating a shooting on Smith Street and a fatal pedestrian crash in East Providence after a high-speed chase at Roger Williams Park. Authorities are also seeking information following a deadly crash in Raynham that claimed a New Bedford man's life.

Providence police are investigating a suspicious death in Cumberland and two fatal motorcycle crashes near New Bedford and Johnston. The city also held a Pride celebration in East Providence amid ongoing public safety concerns.

Providence officials are investigating a shooting near a busy intersection and a police crash involving two officers, while a Tiverton officer faces scrutiny over a recent firing. A fatal truck collision in New Bedford and preparations for World Cup safety at Boston Stadium are also highlighted in today’s update.

Providence police have filed three search warrants in an investigation involving a former BCA teacher accused of grooming a student and claiming aliens are real, raising concerns about school safety. A Rhode Island Superior Court judge is deciding whether to grant a new trial to a Westport man whose 1996 murder conviction was overturned, while a YouTuber was barred from trespassing at The Conjurin...

Providence firefighters were injured during a brush fire in Coventry, prompting protocol reviews, while a Central Falls police officer faces suspension over misconduct. A woman in Portsmouth is suing after a staircase collapse, and Providence residents may see higher electricity costs due to increased community program rates.

Providence officials announce a complaint against former House Speaker Joe Shekarchi over ethics violations as The Croft School faces closure due to financial instability. A new synthetic opioid, Cychlorphine, has been detected in Rhode Island, prompting public safety warnings amid rising health concerns.

Providence police are investigating a major drug bust in Rehoboth after seizing narcotics from a home and arresting a woman, while eight individuals face charges in a child sex trafficking and drug case linked to RI State Police. The state also faces scrutiny over housing progress, missing 2030 goals despite years of investment, and a potential World Cup-related bar hours extension.

Providence officials announce road closures for the World Cup FanZone and investigate a loud meteor explosion in Southern New England. The city also addresses a hazmat response in Cranston and prepares for schools returning to local control.

Providence residents dealt with power outages and a meteor strike aftermath as crews worked to restore electricity, while a deadly bus crash in Virginia claimed five lives. Special Olympians kicked off the Summer Games in Rhode Island, and locals weighed in on renaming iconic foods like the sugar disc.

Providence residents are urged to stay alert after a major fire displaced multiple families on the West Side and a structure collapsed, along with a domestic violence standoff in Woonsocket. A 19-year-old from Central Falls was arrested after escaping home confinement, while a deadly bus crash on I-95 in Virginia claimed five lives, including Massachusetts residents.

Providence police continue investigating a former Ponaganset High School teacher accused of sexual misconduct after his recent arrest, while a bicyclist was struck near 2970 Main Road prompting bystander intervention. A local family is protesting the approval of St. Anthony’s Feast at a site of a deadly staircase collapse two years ago, and Rhode Island officials issue a drought advisory as reserv...