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Providence News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Hosted by Corey with the Story, Providence News Today delivers daily coverage of everything happening in Providence with fast, focused updates on local news, government, business, public safety, weather, and the stories shaping the city. From policy developments to community updates, the show keeps you informed on what matters most across Providence. Each short episode highlights what matters most—including key updates, local trends, and stories shaping the city—produced by AI for speed…
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Fisher Returns After 17 Years on the Run | Providence News
Ronald Fisher, who vanished during his 2005 rape trial in Newport, was just arrested in New York after 17 years on the run—living under the alias Dr. Richard…
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Porch Fire Contained No Injuries | Providence News
Porch Fire Contained No Injuries | Providence News
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Doctors Demand Fair Pay and Conditions | Providence News
Hundreds of resident doctors and fellows at major Providence hospitals are rallying for a new contract, demanding fair pay and better working conditions after…
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House Fire in East Providence Leaves Two Injured | Providence News
House Fire in East Providence Leaves Two Injured | Providence News
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Rhode Island Dentist Surrenders License | Providence News
Rhode Island dentist Ryan Seungjoo Lee has surrendered his license after failing to cooperate with a state investigation — including not submitting requested…
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Oil Soars, Trump Probe, Wildfire Evacuations | Providence News
Oil surges past $100 a barrel as U.S.-Iran tensions flare, Houthi attacks hit Saudi tankers, and markets tumble despite strong earnings from Alphabet and…
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Guinea Pigs Overwhelm RISPCA | Providence News
Rhode Island’s animal shelter is in guinea pig overload—every cage is full, and they’re urgently asking the public to adopt. With surrenders hitting record…
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Residents March for Fair Contracts | Providence News
Over a hundred resident physicians marched through downtown Providence demanding fair pay and benefits from Brown University Health and Care New England…
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Festivals Fuel Rhode Island Economy | Providence News
Rhode Island’s Newport Folk and Jazz Festivals are heating up, drawing thousands and pumping cash into local businesses—from restaurants to souvenir shops—as…
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Rotunda Reopens for State of the State | Providence News
Rhode Island’s State House rotunda will stay open for the public during the governor’s State of the State address, thanks to a landmark settlement between the…
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Former Naval Worker Sentenced for Threats | Providence News
A former Naval Undersea Warfare Center employee, Luis Sanchez Pardella, 38, just received a sentence after making terrifying threats to his former coworkers…
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Shekarchi’s Court Battle and Judicial Conflicts | Providence News
Rhode Island’s House Speaker Joseph Shekarchi is fighting to block an ethics probe into his Supreme Court bid, filing a lawsuit that’s now in the hands of…
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Rhode Island Energy’s 15% Price Hike Explained | Providence News
Rhode Island Energy is proposing a 15% electricity price hike for winter, starting October 1st, citing rising costs from ISO New England’s reliability rules…
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Teacher Resigns Amid Student Allegations | Providence News
A former teacher, Alisha Crins, is facing serious charges after an investigation revealed she allegedly had inappropriate sexual encounters with a 17-year-old…
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Firefighter Deployed to Battle Canadian Wildfires | Providence News
When Canadian wildfires rage out of control, Rhode Island firefighter Lieutenant Tim Cure is on the front lines—deployed with Connecticut’s Interstate Fire…
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Miya Brophy-Baermann Memorial Square | Providence News
A street corner in Providence now bears Miya Brophy-Baermann’s name, honoring the 24-year-old speech-language pathologist tragically killed five years ago. Her…
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Insurance Scam Duo Gets 8 Months | Providence News
Brendan and Lisa Lawler, owners of BL Insurance Brokerage in New Bedford, just got eight months behind bars for a brazen scam—they pocketed insurance premiums…
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Deportation Battle for Cambodian Father | Providence News
A Cambodian-born man who arrived in the U.S. as an infant and has lived in Rhode Island for over four decades is facing deportation after being taken into ICE…
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Wanted Murderer Arrested in Massachusetts | Providence News
A wanted Dominican Republic homicide suspect, Bryan Rafael Gomez, was arrested in Massachusetts after months on the run — but the twist? The judge who…
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Rhode Island Faces Winter Energy Crisis | Providence News
Rhode Island Energy’s proposed 15% electricity rate hike this winter—driven by grid costs, global conflicts, and soaring natural gas prices—is sparking urgent…
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Pawtucket Brings Health to Your Door | Providence News
Pawtucket is launching a bold new Mobile Integrated Health Program next month, sending EMS and firefighters to proactively check in on residents—especially…
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State House Rotunda Reopens to Protesters | Providence News
Rhode Island’s ACLU wins a major First Amendment victory after a settlement ensures the State House rotunda remains open for peaceful protests one hour before…
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Judge’s Release Sparks DHS Fallout | Providence News
A wanted homicide suspect from the Dominican Republic, Bryan Rafael Gomez, was arrested in Massachusetts after a judge’s controversial release decision sparked…
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Pawtucket’s New Transit-Oriented Housing | Providence News
Pawtucket’s new Dexter Street Commons is a game-changer—situated right by transit hubs, it blends affordable middle-income housing with shops, dining, and art…
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Doc Brown Reunion at Rhode Island Comic Con | Providence News
Doc Brown himself, Christopher Lloyd, is set to make a grand return to Rhode Island Comic Con in 2026—not alone, but alongside Kathleen Turner and Charles…
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RIPTA Plans Faster Transit for Metro Area | Providence News
RIPTA is launching a bold $1.6M Metro Connector Study to slash commute times and boost transit reliability across Rhode Island’s metro area—faster buses…
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Lindsay Clancy Trial Begins | Providence News
The Lindsay Clancy trial has officially begun, with jury selection complete and opening statements set for Monday — a six-week courtroom drama centered on the…
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Missing Teen in Cumberland Rhode Island | Providence News
A 16-year-old girl, Gabryelle Porter, went missing in Cumberland, Rhode Island, last seen Wednesday night near Mendon Road and Park East Drive. She was wearing…
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American Music Through 250 Years | Providence News
Step back in time with the Terra String Quartet as they take you on a sonic journey through 250 years of American music—from 1776 tavern tunes and immigrant…
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Missing Teen in Cumberland | Providence News
A 16-year-old girl, Gabryelle Porter, is considered endangered and missing from Cumberland — last seen Wednesday night near Mendon Road and Park East Drive in…
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Skeleton in River Was Just a Model | Providence News
A skeleton spotted in the Blackstone River sparked a full-blown emergency response—police, fire, and medics all mobilized, thinking it was a real crime scene…
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Classroom Skeleton Causes River Panic | Providence News
A classroom skeleton dumped in the Blackstone River sparked a full police search—turns out, no human remains, just a science lab mishap that had everyone on…
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Rhode Island Man Gets 12 Years for Child Exploitation | Providence News
Alec Perry, 31, got 12 years for trying to meet a 13-year-old girl online — only to flee in a car crash, hit a cop, and end up on the sex offender registry for…
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Officer Suspended After Stun Gun Use | Providence News
A Central Falls police officer faces a 30-day unpaid suspension after a tense incident last November, where body cam footage showed him using a stun gun on a…
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AI Power Surge and Ratepayer Protection | Providence News
The White House is expanding its Ratepayer Protection Pledge to shield American households from soaring electricity bills driven by booming AI data centers…
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States Sue Over Election and Immigration Funding Demands | Providence News
Rhode Island’s AG joins 23 other states and two governors in a bold legal challenge against the federal government, arguing that emergency disaster grants are…
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Man Arrested for Child Solicitation | Providence News
North Kingstown police arrested 30-year-old Richard Alegria Jr. of Rehoboth on charges of indecent solicitation of a child and contributing to the delinquency…
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Former Athlete Fights Back in Virginia Abduction | Providence News
A woman was attacked on a Sterling, Virginia trail when a man suddenly grabbed her from behind, trying to pull her away by her hair. A former college athlete…
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Fischer Returns After 20-Year Escape | Providence News
After 20 years on the run, Douglas Fischer — who vanished before trial for sexually assaulting a woman on his boat and later lived under the alias Dr. Richard…
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Blessing of the Fleet Saves Lives | Providence News
At the heart of Narragansett’s Blessing of the Fleet is a life-saving mission: help 10-year-old Jack Palms find a bone marrow match. With a rare condition and…
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Chick-fil-A Loyalty Breach Alert | Providence News
Chick-fil-A hit pause after spotting suspicious login activity across nine states and D.C., affecting over 2,000 Texas accounts — they’ve already reset…
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St. Mary's Feast Safety Debate | Providence News
The St. Mary’s Feast in Cranston turned chaotic this year with fights and 20 arrests, reigniting calls for change after last year’s stabbing. Councilors Frank…
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Brother’s Dogs Stabbed in Rhode Island | Providence News
A Rhode Island brother’s dog fight spiraled into tragedy when 26-year-old Charles Deluca allegedly stabbed two of his brother’s dogs, killing one and seriously…
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Fire on Second-Floor Porch in North Providence | Providence News
Fire on Second-Floor Porch in North Providence | Providence News
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"Call your mom." - A Message From Corey
"Call your mom." - A Message From Corey
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Mobility Scooter Crash in Newport | Providence News
A brutal crash in Newport left a man critically injured after being slammed by a drunk driver on a mobility scooter—sending him flying 30 feet. The victim, now…
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IDE MIA Voting Glitch in New Jersey | Providence News
A major voting scandal unfolds in New Jersey as IDEMIA’s software glitch mistakenly registered 6,600 non-citizens to vote—before Governor Mikie Sherrill even…
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Impaired Driver Hits Wheelchair User in Newport | Providence News
A brutal crash in Newport leaves a man in a motorized wheelchair critically injured after being hit by a drunk driver—Jose Monterroso Villagran, 47, behind the…
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Lindsay Clancy Trial Nears Final Jury | Providence News
The jury for Lindsay Clancy’s murder trial is nearly complete, with just one seat left to fill before proceedings begin — a tense, emotional process as…
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City Renames Intersection for Miya Brophy-Baermann | Providence News
Providence City Council is honoring Miya Brophy-Baermann with a permanent tribute: renaming the intersection of Olney and North Main Street to Miya…
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Newport Deploys Drones for Faster Response | Providence News
Newport’s jumping on the drone bandwagon, armed with Flock drones approved by city council to turbocharge emergency response—police and fire departments alike…
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Babies Buried Under Asphalt in Ireland | Providence News
They’ve uncovered 22 more baby remains at an old Irish orphanage for unmarried mothers, bringing the total to 99—buried under asphalt and gravel, once a…
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Global Tensions Escalate Overnight | Providence News
French mayor Christophe Rivenq is now under police protection after a deadly threat emerged from escalating drug violence in his region. In New York, small…
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Newport Deploys Drone for First Responders | Providence News
Newport’s first responders are getting a game-changing aerial eye: a Flock Safety drone, approved by city council to boost emergency response. Police say it…
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Habitat Protection Under Fire | Providence News
The Trump administration just gutted a key part of the Endangered Species Act, redefining “harm” to exclude habitat disruption — a move conservationists fear…
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Mother’s Sacrifice in Rainstorm Crash | Providence News
A heroic mom of three, Ashley Taunton, is fighting for her life after stopping to help crash victims on a rain-slicked highway—only to be struck herself by a…
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Central Falls Officer’s Case Dismissed | Providence News
A Central Falls police officer, Timothy Toczko, faces an unexpected twist in his misconduct case: the city has dismissed seven policy violations against him as…
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Fisherman Rescued at Sea by Brave Crew | Providence News
A stranded fisherman, adrift for two and a half hours without a life jacket, was pulled from peril by the crew of the Seel Jr. after they heard his desperate…
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Jet Ski Chase Turns Into Party Chaos | Providence News
A jet ski chase on Webster Lake turns into chaos when a rider speeds toward shore, crashes into a backyard party, and bolts into the crowd—only for a…
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Rhode Island Rolls Out New Disability Plates | Providence News
Rhode Island just rolled out two big wins for accessibility: adaptive vehicles now get their own custom license plates—no more hanging placards—and a new RAMP…