January 19, 2009

Police search for woman reported missing

Tiverton police are looking for help in finding a woman who is reported missing.

Local observances honor civil rights leader

The nation is commemorating Martin Luther King Day.


January 18, 2009

No. 14 Marquette rallies to beat Providence

No. 14 Marquette rallies from a 12-point deficit in the second half to beat Providence.


January 16, 2009

Gallery inspires young people to explore arts

Visit a place where young people are free to explore their creative minds.

Providence students will witness inauguration

A group of high school students from Providence will be among the millions of people who will attend the inauguration of Barack Obama.

General store celebrates 200 years in business

A general store in Glocester is selling goods the old fashioned way.

Baby born in town hall parking lot

Some town workers in Charlestown helped deliver a baby Thursday—right outside town hall.


January 15, 2009

Unions, administration spar on pension changes

Thousands of state workers could be eligible to retire to preserve pension benefits.

R.I. lawmakers agree to Medicaid overhaul

The global Medicaid waiver negotiated by Gov. Don Carcieri will go into effect Sunday.

Carcieri misses deadline to submit state budget

Gov. Don Carcieri will miss a legal deadline to submit his budget for the fiscal year beginning in July.

ICE officials end R.I. detention contract

Federal immigration officials have terminated their contract with a Central Falls detention facility following an investigation into the death of an inmate.

Lawyers, advocates criticize private judging law

Lawyers and advocates for open government say a dormant state law that allows people to hire retired judges to decide civil lawsuits would infringe on the public’s right to open courthouses.


January 14, 2009

Health Check: Stroke center

NBC 10 reports on a major distinction for a local hospital.

Blue Cross seeks rate increase

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island is asking for a 5.8 percent rate increase.

AAA offers cold weather advice

With extra cold temperatures bearing down on Southern New England this week, AAA is offering some advice for starting your vehicle when it is cold outside.

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