Brittany Schaefer
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Providence, RI, United States
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Rhode Island Energy rate hike approved, despite protest
The Rhode Island Public Utilities Commission voted Friday to approve Rhode Island Energy’s planned increases to gas and electricity rates. → Read More
Venezuelan refugees moved from Martha’s Vineyard to Cape Cod
Gov. Charlie Baker’s administration announced Friday it would provide new emergency shelter for the nearly 50 Venezuelan refugees who arrived on Martha’s Vineyard Wednesday. → Read More
Providence club can reopen after brawl, but no car show
The Board of Licenses ruled that the bar may reopen Thursday, but with heightened security and no glass cups. → Read More
Woman gets 18 years in prison for death of adopted daughter
Michele Rothgeb pleaded no contest to manslaughter and child neglect charges back in August. → Read More
Johnston Town Council OKs proposal to build Amazon distribution center
The Johnston Town Council has officially signed off on a proposal that allows for the construction of a massive Amazon distribution center. → Read More
Prosecutors: Driver ingested opiates, whiskey, marijuana prior to killing pedestrian
Police allege Roland Escobar drove off after hitting Lisa Rocha on Main Street late Tuesday afternoon. → Read More
‘We have to stop this’: Providence mayor, residents call for action after deadly shooting
“When something like this happens, it affects the whole neighborhood, the whole community, and so we’re all reeling now,” Elorza said. → Read More
Surveillance video shows moments leading up to off-duty officer-involved shooting
In the video, the driver of a white pickup truck can be seen getting out of the vehicle, pulling out a gun and aiming it at a black sedan as it backs up and pulls away. → Read More
Summer-like temperatures and lifted restrictions bringing Rhode Islanders out
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — Summer-like temperatures combined with lifted restrictions has Rhode Islanders getting out this weekend. Businesses across the state are seeing a boost after capacity limits were lifted at most businesses on Friday. No masks, no social distancing, and no capacity limits are required. After fourteen months, it’s a sight Colleen Riley said […] → Read More
Man shot, killed at Providence auto repair shop
It took place around 1:30 p.m. Friday in the area of Harris Avenue. → Read More
Providence police investigating first homicide of 2021
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — An investigation is underway after a man was killed in Providence Sunday morning. According to Providence Police Maj. David Lapatin, a man was brought to Rhode Island Hospital with a gunshot wound around 8 a.m. Sunday where he was later pronounced dead. Lapatin said investigators have identified the victim but has […] → Read More
Isaias expected to bring big surf to area beaches
MIDDLETOWN, R.I. (WPRI) — Isaias is still days away from the Ocean State, but local surfers are enjoying the waves before the storm. “Today there were good waves out and got a few good rides in and it’s going to get better throughout the week,” Bret Werner said. “It’s getting better I’ve heard, so I […] → Read More
Raimondo reminds beachgoers to follow guidelines
The governor says that while she does not want to have to close down the beaches again, it is something she has considered. → Read More
Future of East Providence golf course up in the air
Marshall Properties wants to turn the Metacomet Golf Club into retail stores, residential housing, office space and a hotel. → Read More
Massachusetts entering into Phase 3 of reopening on Monday
SEEKONK, Mass. (WPRI) — Massachusetts will enter into Phase 3 of reopening on Monday. Gyms and fitness studios are among the services and activities that will soon be able to reopen, along with movie theaters, outdoor performance venues, museums, and gaming floors at casinos. Complete Fitness in Seekonk has been closed almost as long as […] → Read More
Local brides hopeful with bigger gatherings expected in Phase 3
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — Brides and grooms might be breathing a little easier after Gov. Gina Raimondo’s latest press briefing on Friday. The governor said she’ll be easing restrictions for social gatherings even further starting during Phase 3, which could happen as soon as early July. November bride Gabrielle Elkas has been following the governor’s […] → Read More
Newport City Council to decide fate of St. Patrick’s Day Parade
The city of Newport will hold its 64th Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade as scheduled — at least for now. → Read More
Fire ravages Providence home; 8 people displaced
When they arrived at the house on Geneva Street, flames were shooting out of the top of the structure. → Read More
Man, 67, dies after being hit by delivery driver in Woonsocket
Woonsocket Police Lt. John Picard said the 67-year-old man was struck while crossing Hamlet Avenue. → Read More