Traffic Shifts Coming to Route 37 Over Power Road in Cranston

About a month later, Route 37 East lanes over Power Road will shift to the left.

Lane Shifts For Bridge Project Coming To I-95 In Cranston

Rhode Island transportation officials said the change is being made as part of the I-95 15 bridges project.

Bumpy Roads Ahead: Pothole Season Enters Its Peak In Rhode Island

See some tips from AAA Northeast on how to avoid potholes while driving in Rhode Island.

Head-On Crash In Cranston Leaves 2 People Injured

Cranston police say one of the victims suffered head trauma and was not wearing a seatbelt.

Woman Hit By U.S. Postal Service Van In Cranston

Cranston police say the 48-year-old woman suffered serious injuries, but she is expected to survive.

Ex-RI Pastor Killed In Motorcycle Crash In CT

From 2004 to 2007, the Rev. Paul David Krampitz served as a pastor at Emanuel Lutheran Church in West Warwick.

RI Teen Killed In Rollover Crash In CT

Police say two people from Cranston were also injured in the crash in Trumbull, Connecticut.

Ramp From Route 37 To I-295 In Cranston Closing This Weekend

This work is part of the $85 million Cranston Canyon project, which is addressing deteriorated bridges along the western end of Route 37.

Ramp From Route 37 To I-295 Closing 2 Weekends In Cranston

This work is part of the $85 million Cranston Canyon project, which is addressing deteriorated bridges along the western end of Route 37.

Elderly Cranston Woman Dies After Being Hit By SUV

Once the driver realized she hit someone, she sprinted to a nearby home to get help, Cranston police say.

RIPTA Customer Service Call Center Adding Weekend Hours

RIPTA officials say the expansion aims to provide more comprehensive support to the transit agency’s passengers

RIPTA Opens State's First Electric Bus Charging Station In Cranston

The charging station will power RIPTA’s first electric fleet of 14 buses along the R-Line for Cranston, Providence, and Pawtucket.

Providence Man Dies In Motorcycle Crash In Cranston

Cranston police say the 39-year-old Providence man lost control of his motorcycle and struck a guard rail on Wellington Avenue on Monday.

RI Crash Deaths Rise Amid Nationwide Decline, Federal Data Shows

New estimates from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration show crash deaths fell nationwide. Here’s what happened in RI.

After Baltimore Bridge Collapse, A Question: How Safe Are RI Bridges?

A federal Transportation Department report shows 120 of Rhode Island's 782 bridges are in poor condition.

2 Pedestrians Hit By Car In Cranston, Suffer Serious Injuries

Cranston police say weather was likely a factor in two pedestrians being hit by a car Tuesday night on Reservoir Avenue.

Rhode Island Potholes Are Among Country’s Worst, New Analysis Shows

Rhode Island was among the 15 worst states for potholes in the United States, according to a new analysis of Google searches.

Pedestrian Deaths Trending Up In Rhode Island, New Report Shows

The report says that in Rhode Island, five pedestrians were killed in the first half of 2023.

Cranston To Inspect Many Bridges For 1st Time In Decades: Reports

The city will develop an infrastructure maintenance and rehabilitation plan, WPRI reported​, citing Mayor Ken Hopkins.

40-Year-Old Man Killed In Cranston Motorcycle Crash

Cranston police say both speed and alcohol appeared to be factors in the fatal motorcycle crash on Old Bald Hill Road.

Parts Of Cranston Street Closing For Road Construction

Cranston police say drivers should seek alternate routes if possible and expect delays.

RI Deploying Service Trucks To Help Motorist, Calm Traffic On Highways

The roadside responder trucks are specially marked Ford F-350s equipped with safety lights, tools, and supplies to help motorists in need.

Route 37 In Cranston Will See Closure During Bridge Construction

State officials advise motorists to plan ahead and use alternate routes to bypass the closed highway.

14-Year-Old Boy Hit By 2 Cars In Cranston, In Critical Condition

Cranston police say the teen boy was riding his bike down a hill, failed to stop at an intersection, and was hit by two cars.

What To Expect For More Weekend I-95 Lane Closures In Cranston

Travelers should expect delays and use alternate routes such as Route 10 and I-295 during the Wellington Avenue Bridge replacement project.

What To Expect For I-95 Weekend Lane Closures In Cranston, Providence

Travelers should expect delays and use alternate routes such as Route 10 and I-295 during the Wellington Avenue Bridge replacement project.

I-95 Weekend Lane Closures Back For Bridge Replacement in Cranston

Travelers should expect delays and use alternate routes such as Route 10 and I-295 during the affected weekends.

90-Year-Old Man Dies In Cranston Crash

Police say the man was driving on Atwood Avenue Monday when he suddenly crossed the center line and collided with a pickup truck.

22-Year-Old Motorcyclist Dies In Warwick Crash Involving School Truck

Warwick police say the man was thrown backwards from his motorcycle. He was not wearing a helmet, according to police.

Cranston Police Identify Man Killed In Head-On Van Crash

Cranston police say the Leominster, Massachusetts, man was rushed to Rhode Island Hospital, but he succumbed to his injuries there.

Traffic Pattern Changes Coming To Route 37 For Cranston Bridge Project

The traffic pattern changes will allow crews to demolish and replace the Route 37 bridges over Interstate 295 and over Cranston Street.

Cranston Wins AAA's 2022 Gold Award For Community Traffic Safety

AAA's award recognizes communities that make outstanding efforts to make the region’s roads safer for motorists, bicyclists and pedestrians.

Rhode Island Beginning Issuing New License Plates

State officials said the new plates are coming to improve safety. Some of the old ones became damaged or are no longer visible in low light.

RI Gets High Marks For Highway Safety In National Report

Rhode Island is one of just five states, plus the District of Columbia, to be so mentioned positively.

Pontiac Avenue In Cranston Closing This Weekend For Construction

The closure is needed for the Rhode Island Department of Transportation to begin sliding two bridge decks into place at the Pontiac Avenue.

Pontiac Avenue In Cranston Closing Twice In November For Construction

The closure is needed for the Rhode Island Department of Transportation to begin sliding two bridge decks into place at the Pontiac Avenue.

Rhode Island Ranks #1 For Worst Drivers In U.S.: Study

According to the study, more than 71 percent of tweets about Rhode Island drivers were negative.

Roadwork Alert: Milling, Paving On Pontiace Avenue In Cranston

Police said to avoid Pontiac Avenue if possible. If you must travel this route, reduce your speed and expect delays.

Parts Of Cranston Street Closing For Sewer Repairs

Veolia Water will be performing sewer rehabilitation work from 9 p.m. to 7 a.m. at intersections along Cranston Street.

Repaving Begins On I-295 In Rhode Island

I-295 has not been paved since 2004, officials with the Rhode Island Department of Transportation said.