RI Gaming Enforcement Nabs 2 MA Men On Fraud, Conspiracy And More Charges: Cops

The Massachusetts men were released on their own recognizance, police said.

New Jersey Fugitive Nabbed In Rhode Island: Cops

The New Jersey man was wanted in his home state on a charge of receiving a stolen vehicle, police said.

Plea Deal In Murder For Hire Case With RI Federal Inmate

The Massachusetts man plotted with a federal prisoner to kill prosecutors and witnesses, according to an FBI agent.

Rhode Island State Police Arrest 3 On Drive-By Shooting Charges

The three men were also charged with weapons offenses and various other crimes, police said.

Threat Of Home Kidnapping On The Rise In Rhode Island

Kidnappings from residences are trending down nationally, but not in Rhode Island, according to the recent study.

FBI Boston Warns of Nihilistic Violent Extremists Targeting Children

The FBI said its agents are investigating more than 350 subjects tied to violent online networks commonly referred to as “764."

Massachusetts Man Intended To Deliver Cocaine: Rhode Island State Police

The Bellingham man manufactured or possessed the cocaine, police said.

Massachusetts Woman Wanted For Aggravated Assault With Firearm Apprehended In Providence: Cops

The woman was arrested during a traffic stop, police said.

2 Massachusetts Drug Conspirators Collared: Rhode Island State Cops

The Massachusetts men were pulled over and arrested, police said.

State Police Found Child Porn On Providence Man's Phone During Probe Of Deadly Road Rage Crash: Cops

The man cut a woman off in traffic and braked, sending her careening into a tree, police said.

18-Year-Old 'Involved' With Rhode Island DCYF Dies In 'Incident'

The 18-year-old died Wednesday, according to the Department of Children, Youth & Families.

Guilty Plea In Rhode Island Firearm Case

The Dominican National was wearing a ski mask when he ran from police and was caught with a pistol, according to the US. Attorney's Office.

Here Are Rhode Island's Top 10 Safest Cities, Study Says

Overall, the state had a strong showing with its low rates in both violent crime and property crime.

Atlanta Sweepstakes Scammer Ripped Off Rhode Island Senior Citizens: Feds

The Georgia man defrauded senior citizens out of at least $1 million, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office.

Beware Of Romance Scams, FBI Warns

One victim, a Cranston woman lost approximately $15,000 to a man she fell in love with on Facebook, the FBI said.

Providence Man Possessed Stolen Vehicle: Cops

The Providence man also possessed a vehicle with an altered identification number, police said.

Cranston Woman Obtained More Than $10K Under False Pretenses: Cops

The Cranston woman was arrested by the Adult Correctional Institutions Investigations Unit, police said.

Rhode Island Workers' Compensation Claimants Targeted By Fraudsters: DLT

Some claimants have reported receiving scam emails, according to the Rhode Island Department of Labor and Training.

Rhode Island Gaming Enforcement Unit Nabs Massachusetts Man: Cops

The Plymouth resident was charged with vandalism or malicious injury to property, police said

MA Man Brought Roosters To Rhode Island For Cockfighting: Feds

The Massachusetts man pleaded guilty in federal court.

Federal Grand Jury In Rhode Island Indicts Medical Device Execs On Fraud Conspiracy Charges

The executives orchestrated a scheme to fraudulently obtain millions of dollars, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office.

Virginia Trucker Sentenced To 17 Years For Transporting Teen For Sexual Activity

The trucker was arrested by Naval Station Newport Police in April 2021.

Boston Man Sex Trafficked Teen In Rhode Island

The Boston man was found guilty after a four day trial.

Cranston Thief Stole $86,599.87: Cops

The Cranston woman fraudulently obtained public assistance, police said.

Warwick Law Eluder Located: Cops

The Warwick man was located by the Warwick police, according to the Rhode Island State Police.

Michigan Man Gets Probation For Ripping Off Rhode Island Retail Store

The Michigan man pleaded guilty in August.

CT Man Charged With Sex Assault, Child Solicitation In Rhode Island

The Connecticut man surrendered to the law, police said.

Here's What RI Does With $18,245,730 In Sports Gambling Tax Windfall

Super Bowl Sunday is the busiest day of the year for sports bets, and the NFL is the most wagered-on sports league in the United States.

2-Month-Old Baby Nearly Died: Rhode Island DCYF

The baby was "open to DCYF" when it nearly died, the department reported.

Rhode Island Investigators Nab Fugitives From NJ And NH: Cops

The Rhode Island State Police Adult Correctional Institutions Investigations Unit apprehended the two fugitives, police said.

2-Year-Old Rhode Island Child Died Due to Maltreatment: DCYF

The child died in November, according to the Department of Children, Youth & Families.

Rhode Island Cops Make 53 DUI Arrests From NYE To Jan. 5: Police Chief's Association

Rhode Island officers made 3,200 driving under the influence arrests in 2025, according to the police chiefs association.

Massachusetts Thief Nabbed By Rhode Island Gaming Enforcement Unit: Cops

The Massachusetts man was arrested Monday, police said.

Block Island Firefighters Rescue Cow From Freezing Pond

The cow was trapped in a freezing pond off West Side Road, according to the fire department.

Rhode Island Capitol Police Recruit Who Died Identified

The Providence man was taken by ambulance from a training exercise Dec. 23, police said.

Firefighters Rescue Dog Trapped In Freezing Rhode Island Pond

The dog was out for a walk with its owner when it fell through the ice.

Rhode Island State Police Task Force Nabs Pawtucket Neighbors In Same Day: Cops

The High Intensity Drug Area Task Force arrested the two men, who live on the second floor of the same building, police said.

Rhode Island State Police Investigating Recruit's Death: Reports

The cause of death is under investigation, according to reports.

Fugitive Involved In Rhode Island Molotov Cocktail Incident Apprehended In Fall River: Cops

Officers chased the man through yards before catching him, police said.

Massachusetts Sex Offender Hit With Another Charge In Rhode Island: Cops

The Upton resident was arrested Monday and again Tuesday, police said.