RIDOT to begin Route 146 closures overnight

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NORTH SMITHFIELD, R.I. (WPRI) — RIDOT will begin nighttime closures in North …

Two people displaced after fire at Burrillville home

BURRILLVILLE, R.I. (WPRI) — Two people were displaced after a fire in Burrillville …

Fire on Manchester Street in Fall River

Crews responded to a fire on Manchester street on Saturday night.

Patriots look to bounce back on the road against upstart Jets

The team is coming off a short week and their worst showing to date, in which they …

Weather Now: Sunny & Dry Today; Cloudy Halloween

Happy Sunday! We are starting off our day on a cold note! Overnight last night we …

Police investigate stabbing outside Providence City Hall

PROVIDENCE, R.I., (WPRI) — Providence Police say they are investigating a …

At least 3 arrested after fight on Pembroke Avenue

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — Multiple people were arrested following a fight on …

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Driver charged in crash that injured 2-year-old

WOONSOCKET, R.I. (WPRI) — A two-year-old boy is in critical condition at the hospital after an early morning crash in Woonsocket. …

Easton police investigate officer-involved shooting

EASTON, Mass. (WPRI) — The Easton Police Department and Bristol County District Attorney`s Office are investigating an officer-involved …

Drug take back events being held in Rhode Island

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — This is the weekend when Rhode Islanders can return unused and unwanted prescription drugs to police departments and …

Nesi’s Notes: Oct. 29

Your weekend briefing on local politics and more.

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WEATHER TODAY & 7 DAY FORECAST

Weather Now: Dry, Sunny Weekend on Deck

Brrrr… it’s a cold start to the weekend with “pre-dawn” temperatures in the 30s. Frost Advisory for inland areas until 9 AM Chilly sunrise temperatures will give way to highs in the upper 50s and low 60s in the afternoon. A beautiful final weekend of October is ahead. Expect lots of sunshine and light winds with dry skies on both days. HALLOWEEN EVENING We’re monitoring the chance for a few light showers on Halloween, including in the evening. The good news–it doesn’t look like a “washout”. Temperatures are expected to be in mid to upper 60s during the day and the 50s during trick-or-treating. Widespread heavy rain is not expected. 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

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Frost/Freeze this Morning; Milder & Sunny Afternoon

From 12 News Meteorologist Britney Trumpy, here is your updated 7-Day Forecast: **FREEZE …

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POLITICS | YOUR LOCAL ELECTION HEADQUARTERS

Instant Poll: Hodgson or Heroux – who won the sheriff debate?

Instant Poll: Hodgson or Heroux – who do you think won the Bristol County sheriff debate?

Investigation links RI House speaker’s aide to mob associate, marijuana operation

Speaker Shekarchi’s senior deputy chief of staff resigned just hours before this report aired.

Community Focus: Lt. Gov. Sabina Matos

Lieutenant Governor Sabina Matos joined 12 News at 4 Friday to discuss her re-election campaign and why voters should choose her over her Republican …