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Eyewitness News Debate: RI's Race for Governor

This Thursday, Eyewitness News is proud to host the first major 2018 political debate for Rhode Island broadcast live from Roger Williams University in Bristol 7 p.m.
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Providence

With Narcan available over the counter, advocates say everyone should carry it

Signs at CVS liken naloxone to a first aid kit, saying, "you never intend to use it, but should consider having it on hand for emergencies."
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Massachusetts
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Police: Mass. man wanted in wife's murder captured

The Plymouth County district attorney says Warner, 47, shot and killed his wife in Marshfield.
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Providence
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Bus company, drivers' union pointing fingers over lack of contract

The clock is ticking for a contract agreement to be reached between the school bus company and the union that represents bus drivers and monitors.
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Dan McGowan
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Calling Providence a ‘rudderless ship,' Witman launches campaign for mayor

"If Providence were a business, it would be out of business," Witman said.
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SE Mass
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Police: 1 arrested after shooting man in the face with flare gun

According to the Fall River Police Department, Rajheem Chardonette is being charged with armed assault with intent to murder.
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Calling Providence a ‘rudderless ship,' Witman launches campaign for mayor

"If Providence were a business, it would be out of business," Witman said.

Mattiello rival calls speaker's letter on tuition scandal 'simply false'

Democratic House Speaker Nicholas Mattiello is doing damage control as he fights off a second challenge for his seat from Republican Steven Frias.

Union: Providence teachers will write college recommendations while in work-to-rule

The union president said she changed her stance on college letters for students.

Fung wants security upgrades, resource officers for RI schools

The Cranston mayor vowed to cut the General Assembly's budget to fund his plans.

Police launch criminal probe into ‘suspicious' credit card activity at Providence Water

One employee has already resigned from the agency.

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Cannabis company breaks ground on new facility in Freetown 7 hours ago

When the three-phase project is complete, the 52 acre parcel of land will be home to nearly 1 million square feet of cannabis processing and cultivation infrastructure.
Massachusetts
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Hearing on Kavanaugh allegations puts #MeToo to the test 10 hours ago

No matter what ultimately happens to Brett Kavanaugh and the women who accuse the Supreme Court nominee of sexual misconduct, the Senate hearing on the allegations will offer a historic test of the #MeToo movement, which began only a year ago.
US and World
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Sound Off: WPRI to host FB Live discussion after gov. debate 10 hours ago

Immediately following the Eyewitness News Gubernatorial Debate Thursday, you will have the chance to give your feedback.
Elections
Mattiello rival calls speaker's letter on tuition scandal 'simply false' 7 hours ago

Democratic House Speaker Nicholas Mattiello is doing damage control as he fights off a second challenge for his seat from Republican Steven Frias.
Target 12
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It's Official: Dunkin' scrapping donuts from name 10 hours ago

Doughnuts are still on the menu, but the company is renaming itself "Dunkin'" to reflect its increasing emphasis on coffee and other drinks.
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Fishing crew member charged with murder in attack at sea 13 hours ago

Franklin Freddy Meave Vazquez, 27, was charged with murder and attempted murder in connection with the attack Sunday on the Virginia-based fishing vessel Captain Billy Haver.
Massachusetts
Union: Providence teachers will write college recommendations while in work-to-rule 15 hours ago

The union president said she changed her stance on college letters for students.
Providence

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'Donut boy' makes a pit stop to thank RI cops
No time to lose: Firefighters help deliver baby on I-95
Sunflower garden brightens vacant I-195 land in annual tradition
After vandals strike, family and friends restore Gianna Cirella memorial
Race to honor Boston bombing victim raises $100K for first responders

Eyewitness Sports

RI Gubernatorial Debate LIVE

Democratic incumbent Gina Raimondo, Republican nominee Allan Fung and independent Joe Trillo are facing off on Thursday September 27 at 7 p.m. LIVE from Roger Williams University and on WPRI 12 & WPRI.com. Learn more »

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It's Official: Dunkin' scrapping donuts from name

Doughnuts are still on the menu, but the company is renaming itself "Dunkin'" to reflect its increasing emphasis on coffee and other drinks.

'Donut boy' makes a pit stop to thank RI cops

"Donut boy," also known as Tyler Carach, began his journey back in 2016, entitled "I DONUT need a reason to thank a cop." Since then, he and his mother have traveled the country delivering doughnuts to police officers nationwide.

From meat pies to fast pitch, Providence's Hispanic community continues to grow

If you spend some time in Providence, you'll find generations of stories about the community that brought the state the last two mayors of Providence and hundreds of thriving businesses.