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August 18, 2022
 
 
 
 
 
 
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Man accused of charging at radio host John DePetro with lawnmower
 
A man is facing assault charges after he allegedly went after radio talk show host …
 
     
 
Biden officials accelerating monkeypox vaccine effort, including 1.8 million additional doses
 
The Biden administration is planning to accelerate the delivery of its remaining supply …
 
     
 
Back to School: What are the COVID-19 guidelines in Massachusetts?
 
Are COVID-19 booster shots required this year? Will your child need to wear a mask? …
 
     
 
Winman Middle School delays students’ start date
 
Administrators say the anticipated start date is now Tuesday, Sept. 6.
 
     
 
Police: Death toll in Afghan capital mosque bombing now 21
 
A Taliban police spokesman in Afghanistan’s capital says the toll from a mosque bombing …
 
     
 
Crash sends car into Providence home
 
A two-car crash in Providence early Thursday morning sent one vehicle into a home.
 
     
 
Poll: Biden approval rating ticks up 3 points in past week
 
The latest poll is likely welcome news for Democrats less than three months ahead …
 
     
     
     
   
   
 
 
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Fisherman fined $9K for catching striped bass in prohibited waters
 
A fisherman was hit with a $9,000 fine for catching striped bass in prohibited waters, according to the DEM.
 
     
 
‘I live in the basement’: Airbnb stay turns ugly for bachelorette party in Providence
 
The women thought they rented out the entire home until a man from the basement tried forcing his way in.
 
     
 
10 indicted for trafficking fentanyl in Mass.
 
Prosecutors say the suspects sold the drugs in public areas including the diaper aisle of a store and in supermarket parking lots.
 
     
 
12 News/RWU Poll: Diossa, Pryor in statistical tie for RI treasurer
 
“I would say most people don’t know who these two candidates are,” said 12 News political analyst and pollster Joe Fleming.
 
     
     
     
   
   
 
 
 
Weather Today & 7 Day Forecast
 
 
 
 
 
Weather Now:  Warm, Breezy, Dry Today
 
 
Weather Now: Warm, Breezy, Dry Today
 
A pleasant summer day is underway. Today is just the start of a warmer stretch of weather through the weekend. Highs reach the low to mid-80s, with a breezy west wind and low humidity. Hour by Hour // A look at the next hours’ conditions » AT THE SHORE: It’s looking like a lovely day at the beach. Skies will be mostly sunny with highs near 80 and a breezy west wind, gusting at times to 20mph. Ocean, Bay & Beach // A look at the conditions by the coast » The storm system that brought the scattered showers on Wednesday is lifting across Maine, today, taking the bulk of the clouds and showers with it. The result will be a quiet weather day across southern New England. Skies stay dry and mostly clear tonight. Temperatures will be cool and the humidity low, giving us another night of comfortable sleeping weather. Friday brings another day of sunshine and low humidity, but the temperatures will be quite warm, with highs in the upper 80s inland and low 80s at the shore. THIS WEEKEND: Warm and Muggy This weekend will be a warm one, with dry skies and a mix of clouds and sun. One thing you may notice is an increase in the humidity. Dew points will climb back to the mid-60s, making for a muggy feel. Detailed 7-Day Forecast | Weather Now | Radar | Hour-by-Hour | Ocean, Bay & Beach | Weather Blog | Pinpoint Traffic | Flight Tracker | Severe Weather | Active Weather Alerts | Closings and Delays | Power Outages | Weather App
 
 
     
     
   
   
 
     
 
Warming Trend Ahead; Dry Skies Next Few Days
 
From 12 News Meteorologist Michelle Muscatello, here is your updated 7-Day Forecast: …
 
     
     
     
   
   
 
 
 
12 Sports
 
 
 
 
     
 
Three takeaways from Revs draw with Toronto FC
 
     
 
James White honored by Patriots after announcing retirement
 
     
 
Fan injured as fights mar another Panthers, Pats practice
 
     
 
Brawls break out during Patriots-Panthers joint practice
 
     
     
     
   
   
 
 
 
Trending News Today
 
 
 
 
     
 
3 Block Island brawl suspects face judge
 
 
     
 
Gorbea argues new poll shows 2-way race for governor; Foulkes pushes back
 
 
     
 
Road closures planned for Great Holy Ghost Feast in Fall River
 
 
     
 
Eye on RI: Washington County Fair
 
 
     
 
Radio host John DePetro arrested on trespassing charge
 
 
     
 
 
Today on The Rhode Show
 
 
 
 
     
 
Breakdancers offer preview before competition in Cambridge, MA
 
 
     
 
Balletto Jr. a must-see at CES
 
 
     
 
Hurricane and storm preparedness for homes and vehicles
 
 
     
 
In the Kitchen: Warm Goat Cheese
 
 
     
 
Fall flavors arrive at Dunkin’
 
 
     
 
Trends to send the kids back to school in style
 
 
     
     
     
   
   
 
 
 
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 …
 
     
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