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February 5 : Providence demonstration supports Egyptians
Supporters of Egyptian protesters participate in Providence demonstration organized by the Rhode Island Mobilization Committee to Stop War and Occupation...WPRO's Allison Gaito has more.
February 4 : Bishop cheers for Steelers
The Roman Catholic Bishop of Providence, The Most Reverend Thomas Tobin is cheering on his hometown Pittsburgh Steelers as they take on the Green Bay Packers in Sunday's Super Bowl. WPRO's Steve Klamkin spoke with the Bishop.
February 3 : Retired Justice Williams' e-mail hacked
Friends of retired Rhode Island Supreme Court Chief Justice Frank Williams were surprised to get an e-mail from him this week asking for money.
February 3 : Providence audit shows $57m gap
A new audit shows that the city of Providence overspent its budget last year by more than $57 million. Reaction, with WPRO's Steve Klamkin.
February 3 : George Farrell to retire
Providence Fire Chief George Farrell anounced Thursday that he will step down from duty, saying it is time for him to focus on his health and spend more time with his wife and family.
February 2 : Who clears frozen drains?
The storm may have moved out, but frozen clogged storm drains are still a top concern. The question is, who is charged with the task of clearing them? WPRO's Allison Gaito has more.
February 2 : RISP promising snow driving crackdown
As accidents and spinout continue to mount on Rhode Island's slippery roads, State Police are vowing a crackdown on people driving recklessly in winter weather conditions.
February 2 : Police warn of street flooding
The Rhode Island State Police are reporting widespread street flooding, as rain fell on the snow and ice that have accumulated over the last day. Details, with WPRO's Steve Klamkin.
February 2 : DOT work to clear icy streets
Rains, coupled with temperatures climbing above freezing resulted in widespread street flooding and some treacherous road conditions as it iced over into the evening hours. WPRO's Steve Klamkin spoke with people coping with the icy rain.
February 2 : Court calenders canceled, GA closed
The Rhode Island Judiciary has canceled all court calendars and hearings in all state courts as the second part of a massive winter storm hits the state while the General Assembly is canceling business for a second day .
February 1 : Officials warn icy roads, roof collapse
Rhode Island emergency management officials are warning about the potential for icing during Wednesday's morning commute...WPRO's Allison Gaito has more.
February 1 : General Assembly cancels due to storm
The Rhode Island General Assembly won't meet due to the storm, making the third cancellation this year because of the terrible weather.
February 1 : Dozens of mail carriers hurt
The U.S. Postal Service says dozens of mail carriers in Rhode Island and Southeastern Massachusetts have been hurt this winter as they tried to deliver mail in snowy and icy conditions.
January 31 : Govt recommends jail for Hatch
Federal prosecutors in Rhode Island are recommending a jail sentence for "Survivor" winner Richard Hatch for violating the terms of his supervised release.
January 31 : Big cuts in Providence budget
Providence is reviewing a new budget with some big cuts...WPRO's Allison Gaito reports.
January 27 : Reputed gang leader pleads guilty
A Providence man federal authorities describe as the leader of a violent street gang has pleaded guilty to weapons and drug charges that could send him to prison for more than a century.
January 27 : Record Snowfall in Providence
January 2011 will go down in the record books as one of the snowiest in Providence on record. WPRO's Carolyn Cronin has more
January 27 : Auto show is in Providence
The Northeast International Auto Show is in Providence through the weekend at the Rhode Island Convention Center. Details, with WPRO's Steve Klamkin.
January 26 : State police urge shortened work day
State police are asking local businesses to stagger an early leave in order to prevent rush-hour problems posed by the snowstorm...WPRO's Allison Gaito has more.
January 26 : Plows out in full force
Hundreds of plows and sanders are out in full force for this latest storm...WPRO's Allison Gaito has more.
January 26 : More snow socks New England
Another round of wintry weather lashes Southern New England, and WPRO's Steve Klamkin spoke with some snow-weary Rhode Islanders.
January 26 : Another winter storm for RI
The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm warning in effect from 4 PM Wednesday afternoon to 10 AM Thursday morning.
January 26 : EMA: RI ready for storm
State EMA officials say they're ready for this latest blow with old man winter...WPRO's Allison Gaito reports from EMA headquarters.
January 25 : RI blood supply critically low
Rhode Island's blood supply is dangerously low...WPRO's Allison Gaito has more.
January 25 : Group urges Chafee to keep Gist
An education reform group is urging new Rhode Island Gov. Lincoln Chafee to keep state Education Commissioner Deborah Gist and members of the Board of Regents who will continue what they say is the transformation of the state's public schools.
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