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ACLU filing lawsuit over RIPTA data breach
The Aug. 2021 cyberattack disrupted RIPTA’s operations and exposed the personal information …
Omicron mutates again: What we know about 3 new subvariants
The omicron variant of COVID-19 has once again evolved, spawning new versions of itself …
Sunak takes over as UK prime minister amid economic crisis
Rishi Sunak was selected as leader of the governing Conservative Party on Monday as …
Russian court rejects Griner appeal of her 9-year sentence
Brittney Griner, an eight-time all-star center with the WNBA’s Phoenix Mercury and …
Stocks rise on Wall Street as earnings reports roll in
Crude oil prices rose slightly and European markets were mixed and Asian markets closed …
Portsmouth home damaged in fire
The fire started around 5:30 p.m. Monday on Valhalla Drive.
Chief: Lightning may have sparked Cumberland fire
A fire Monday night displaced the residents of a home on Torrey Road.
LOCAL NEWS
10 years later: How Superstorm Sandy spurred changes to RI’s power grid
Rhode Islands coastlines were pummeled by Superstorm Sandy a decade ago, leaving thousands of people in the dark for days.
Report: Mental health services limited for RI children
Rhode Island’s mental health care capacity remains limited for the vast majority of children and adolescents who need it, according to a recently-released …
Bears score 23 straight points, beat Pats 33-14
Justin Fields threw for 179 yards and a touchdown and ran for 82 yards and another score, and the Bears defense forced returning Patriots starter …
RI’s 2nd Shake Shack to open in Garden City
Shake Shack lovers that don’t want to travel to the capital city to get their fix will soon no longer have to.
WEATHER TODAY & 7 DAY FORECAST
Weather Now: Fogy, Mild, Sprinkles Today
Weather Now: Fogy, Mild, Sprinkles Today
Don’t expect much improvement in the cloud cover through the day. Skies will stay cloudy and fog will linger in many areas. On the plus side, it’s going to be quite mild with highs in the upper 60s this afternoon. And, other than some sprinkles and drizzle, there won’t be much, if any measurable rain. Hour by Hour // A look at the next hours’ conditions » ON THE BAY: Winds stay light from the east-northeast at 5 kts with poor visibility due to the fog. Ocean, Bay & Beach // A look at the conditions by the coast » We’re monitoring a weak disturbance near Bermuda that could clip our area with some showers tonight through Wednesday morning. There is a small chance this system briefly becomes a Tropical Depression, but we’re not expecting any wind or wave impacts from it. Instead, look for a mild night with scattered showers developing. Showers continue on Wednesday, mainly in the morning. It will be another mild and cloudy day with highs in the mid to upper 60s. Sunshine returns on Thursday! Pinpoint Weather 12 LinksDetailed 7-Day Forecast | Weather Now | Radar | Hour-by-Hour | Ocean, Bay & Beach | Pinpoint Traffic | Flight Tracker | Severe Weather | Active Weather Alerts | Closings and Delays | Power Outages | Get the Weather App
Clouds, Fog and Sprinkles this Afternoon
From 12 News Meteorologists Michelle Muscatello and T.J. Del Santo, here is your updated …
POLITICS | YOUR LOCAL ELECTION HEADQUARTERS
Community Focus: Congressional candidate Seth Magaziner
Congressional candidate Seth Magaziner joined 12 News at 4 Monday to discuss his campaign to replace outgoing Rep. Jim Langevin and why Rhode …
Gubernatorial candidates hit the campaign trail
EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — Candidates in Rhode Island’s gubernatorial race were campaigning this weekend as election day nears.  …
Where They Stand: Congressional candidate Allen Waters
Waters joins us in studio to discuss immigration reform, abortion rights, and the cost of living.
First Lady Jill Biden visiting RI Wednesday
Gov. Dan McKee’s campaign spokesperson confirms the first lady will be visiting the capital city on Wednesday.
12 SPORTS
Hometown Hero: Jordan Duke, Classical
Belichick could pass Bears legend with win Monday night
Pats offense could look similar, even if QB Jones returns
Rhode Island goes seven overtimes to defeat Monmouth 48-46
TRENDING NEWS TODAY
Human remains found in Central Falls
Police: Inspect Halloween candy after colored fentanyl, THC snacks seized
Police ID woman killed in Glocester crash
Construction starts on $165M state health lab
Forecasters watching 2 areas of interest in Atlantic
TODAY ON THE RHODE SHOW
In the Kitchen: Caramel Cream Puffs
Join the Arbor Day Foundation in working for trees for a better future
Sunshine Fuels & Beacon Solar
Cardi’s offers relaxation with massage chair selections
A visit to the First Baptist Church in America
Davies Career and Technical High School offering entrance exam
WHO TO KNOW – LOCAL BUSINESSES AND THEIR STORIES
Who To Know: Masonic Grand Lodge of Rhode Island
Freemasonry is a fraternity of men who are proud to be known as Masons. With over …
Who To Know: Rivers of Hope
Rivers of Hope is a family oriented, culturally diverse, community-based organization …
MORE WHO TO KNOW LOCAL BUSINESSES