Man held after allegedly beating son

A judge ordered a man held on half a million dollars bail after he was accused of beating his autistic son.

Elite NYC school apologizes for…

NEW YORK (AP) — The Horace Mann School, one of New York City's most prestigious private schools, has apologized for more than three decades of sexual abuse perpetrated by some of its teachers and administrators, according to a letter posted on its website Friday.

Woman arrested, getaway driver suspect

Pawtucket police have arrested an area woman on suspicion of driving the getaway car during a reported bank robbery.

Outburst during texting case hearing

A knot of technology remains tightly wound for a Cumberland man who earlier this year was sent to the ACI for sending text messages he claims are connected to the alleged victim’s cell phone, not his.

• Defendant: Victim sent texts to herself