Baltimore Warns RI Police of "Credible Threats" Against Cops by Gangs

Baltimore Police, in the wake of uprisings in that city, say gang members might target law enforcement officers with violence.

Johnston Fire Department Gets $628,000 Grant for Major Upgrades

The funding comes from FEMA’s Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program (AFG).

RI Cities and Towns Share $3.3 Million for Public Housing

The money, through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, will be used to support operations, upkeep and maintenance.

Johnston Man One of 11 Charged by State Police with DWI St. Patrick's Day Weekend

Police said officers will be out in force for St. Patrick's Day Tuesday looking for more drunk drivers.

Wrong-Way Driver Crashes on I-95, Jumps in Narragansett Bay in Failed Escape Attempt

Francois Garand, 40, of Somerset, Mass., was charged with a host of crimes.

Woman Dies After Early Monday Plainfield Pike Crash

A 71-year-old woman has died after she crashed into a tractor trailer.

After Flying Ice Scare, Police Remind Drivers to Clear Snow Off Car Roof

A family of three was lucky to escape uninjured when a sheet of ice flew off a SUV and crashed through their windshield.

Johnston Man Charged with Child Porn Possession

Police said Kevin J. Blondin uploaded child porn to an online storage account.

Man Arrested with Gun Outside Johnston High School

It is unclear if the incident is connected to recent threats to area schools.

Johnston Man Arrested for Child Porn

Vincent D’Errico, 25, of 6 Fox Meadow Rd., was arrested after authorities raided his home Thursday.

5 Million Gmail Passwords Leaked Online; Make Sure Yours Isn't Among Them

Although the leak is significant by the volume of passwords released, many of the usernames and passwords are no longer valid.

Local Cops, Firefighters, EMTs to Be Honored for Life-Saving Heroics

Fifteen first responders will be awarded the 2014 Rhode Island Lifesaving Medal.

Rhode Island DUI Task Force Deploys This Weekend

It will be the second time the task force has deployed this year. Officers charged 11 people with DUI during the first deployment in May.

Rhode Island Funeral Director Mystery Deepens: More Bodies Found in Storage Locker

Alfred Pennine committed suicide in July. Days later, authorities found the remains of eight people at his funeral home.

Rhode Island DUI Task Force Deploying Aug. 22-24

It will be the second time the task force has been deployed this year. Officers charged 11 people with DUI during the first deployment.

Official: 'Improperly Disposed Container' Caused Johnston Chemical Spill that Sickened Workers

About a dozen workers were hospitalized.

A Dozen Hospitalized After Chemical Spill at Johnston Landfill

About a dozen workers were hospitalized after a chemical spill at the Rhode Island Resource Recovery Corporation in Johnston.

Convicted Murderer Arrested For Pot Operation in Johnston

Gerald Mastracchio, 52, was convicted of murdering a 13-year-old boy in 1979. He was paroled in 2012 and arrested last week.

RI Man Charged with Leaving Dog in Car in 124-Degree Heat

David Rodriguez, 48, of Providence, was the first person charged under a new animal cruelty law in Rhode Island.

Woonsocket Man Charged with Embezzling from Cranston Employer

A 39-year-old Woonsocket man and former employee at Automatic Temperature Controls in Cranston is facing charges of embezzlement for allegedly bilking the company of $34,826 in his job as controller.

Johnston Man Lived with Dead Wife for Days, Police Say

The man suffered from dementia, according to WJAR-TV.

Johnston Group Combats Opiate Abuse

The Johnston Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition offered tips for people dealing with substance abuse.

Local Firefighters, Police Climb Stairs in "Fight for Air" to Benefit Lung Association

It might be the most unique fundraiser for the American Lung Association.

Probation Officer Convicted on Child Porn Charges

Police said Coventry man and probation officer bought 75 child porn DVDs in 22 orders from a web site raided by investigators in 2011. A jury deliberated for less than an hour.

Grand Jury Indicts Men who Allegedly Robbed Pizza Driver

Former Coventry Teacher Acquitted of Cyberstalking Charge

School officials said former teacher sent threatening tweets.

Woman who Allegedly Prostituted Teens out of Cranston Home in Court Today

State Police Mourn Unexpected Death of Loyal K-9

Johnston Man Arrested in NH

State Police arrest Matthew Parrillo on I-93.

Alleged Beef Thief Arrested by Cranston Police

Will serve one month in prison, 11 months suspended.

Police ID Wallet Theft Suspect as 19-year-old

Have you seen Cameron Pezza? East Providence Police are looking for him.

City Detectives Fly to Florida to Crack 2012 Murder Case

Murder charges against Sarasota, Fla., man who in Jan. 2012 allegedly beat and ran over Cranston man who died in the hospital nearly four months later.

Man with Ties to Cranston, SK, Wanted for Theft of Beef

Prominent Youth Sports Coach Busted for Bath Salts

Football, softball president facing felony count of possession with intent to deliver.

State Department Issues Travel Alert for Sochi Olympics

Americans traveling to the Games this year should be vigilant of their surroundings, officials said.

OMG PD: Running With Scissors

A compilation of the more unique crime stories from around the state.

100 Stories About Gun Violence Since Newtown

We looked at stories from across America in the year since the shootings at Sandy Hook School to try to illustrate the scale of the problem.

OMG PD: How Do You Solve a Problem Like Maria(juana)?

A round-up of the more unique crime stories from around the state.

ACI Guard Charged With Assaulting Inmate

The corrections officer is accused of using excessive force while moving an unruly inmate.

State Police to Swear In 36 New Troopers

The graduates emerged from a group of 1,600 applicants, and survived 22 weeks of paramilitary training.