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Man shot in the leg in Providence

Sun, 19 May 2013 16:49:27 GMT

Police are investigating an early-morning shooting outside a North Main Street club.

Party for Heather Abbott in Newport

Sun, 19 May 2013 14:04:11 GMT

A Rhode Island woman who was injured in the Boston Marathon bombings is preparing to attend a welcome home party at Rosecliff Mansion in Newport.

Winning ticket sold in Florida

Sun, 19 May 2013 13:58:00 GMT

A lottery official says 1 winning ticket has been sold in Florida for a record Powerball jackpot of more than $590 million.

Police: Teen fled traffic stop, crashed

By James O'Leary — Sun, 19 May 2013 09:39:05 GMT

UPDATE : Police say the driver of the car will face charges, but all six people involved will survive.

House to be built for injured Marine

Sat, 18 May 2013 18:22:36 GMT

A groundbreaking was held Saturday for a new home designed for a local Marine who lost both legs in Afghanistan.

Body discovered at Warwick park

Sat, 18 May 2013 17:02:49 GMT

UPDATE : Police say they are investigating a suspicious death in a Warwick park.

URI to award degrees Sunday

Sat, 18 May 2013 16:35:13 GMT

More than 3,250 students at the University of Rhode Island are set to get their undergraduate degrees.

Investigation underway after crash

Sat, 18 May 2013 16:30:51 GMT

Officials are describing a devastating scene of shattered cars and other damage where two trains packed with rush-hour commuters collided in Connecticut. They say it's fortunate no one was killed.

2 arrested in stolen cell phone sting

Sat, 18 May 2013 16:12:24 GMT

Two Taunton men are under arrest after being caught in a police sting to recover a stolen cell phone.

Police investigate overnight stabbings

Sat, 18 May 2013 10:17:15 GMT

Police are investigating two separate overnight stabbings that occurred just hours apart.

In case you missed it: Week in review

Sat, 18 May 2013 05:31:46 GMT

In case you missed a story here or there, here are the local happenings from May 13-17

ID thieves targeting your mailbox

By Allison Gaito — Sat, 18 May 2013 01:45:00 GMT

Even with extra staff and new software, an IRS spokeswoman admitted to Eyewitness News that the agency lost $6.5 billion last year in tax-identity thefts.

Sentence upheld for Bulger's girlfriend

Sat, 18 May 2013 00:01:40 GMT

A federal appeals court has upheld the 8-year prison sentence given to the longtime girlfriend of reputed gangster James "Whitey" Bulger for helping him during his 16 years as a fugitive.

Former DPW worker pleads nolo to fraud

Fri, 17 May 2013 23:56:29 GMT

A former city of Providence employee pleaded no contest to a charge of fraudulent conversion on Friday.

Keep your smartphone secure

Fri, 17 May 2013 23:31:16 GMT

Many people rely on their cell phones to store their most personal information, but many do not realize the risks that come along with the convenience.

Traffic light destroyed in car accident

Fri, 17 May 2013 23:11:14 GMT

Police are investigating a car accident that destroyed a traffic signal at the corner of Mineral Spring, Brookside and South Brookside Avenues.

PowerBall jackpot soars to $600M

Fri, 17 May 2013 22:26:54 GMT

The Powerball jackpot has swelled to $600 million, which is the largest Powerball jackpot in Lottery history and the second-largest overall Lottery jackpot in history.

Wanted armed robbery suspect arrested

Fri, 17 May 2013 22:20:46 GMT

Police have apprehended fugitive wanted in an armed robbery that allegedly occurred last month.

WWII pilot from RI finally memorialized

Fri, 17 May 2013 21:57:34 GMT

A Rhode Island war hero was finally memorialized Friday, nearly seven decades after he lost his life protecting our country. The Rhode Island House of Representatives held a memorial service for Second Lieutenant Robert Thorpe.

CT assault charge may impact RI case

By Tim White, Target 12 Investigator — Fri, 17 May 2013 20:11:56 GMT

Attorney General Peter Kilmartin said a pending case in another state could stall Rhode Island's prosecution of a man charged with assaulting a Brown University basketball player.

RI beach celebrates recovery from Sandy

Fri, 17 May 2013 19:44:41 GMT

Hundreds of people linked hands along one of Rhode Island's prettiest beaches to celebrate its recovery from Superstorm Sandy.

Ride to Work Day event draws hundreds

By Rochelle Lefebvre — Fri, 17 May 2013 19:40:07 GMT

Local cyclists hit the streets of Providence Friday for Bike to Work Day.

Conn. man: Suspect assaulted us in past

By Courtney Caligiuri — Fri, 17 May 2013 16:41:40 GMT

Tory Lussier, 24, is accused of attacking and critically injuring Brown University sophomore Joseph Sharkey last weekend on the East Side of Providence.

Beer being created to honor MIT officer

Fri, 17 May 2013 15:13:27 GMT

A Massachusetts microbrewery is creating a beer in honor of slain Massachusetts Institute of Technology police officer Sean Collier.

Purple Heart stolen from Marine's home

By Shaun Towne — Fri, 17 May 2013 13:17:13 GMT

Thieves broke into the family's New Bedford home over the weekend and stole the Purple Heart medal awarded to 19-year-old Marine Lance Cpl. Michael Ford when he was killed in Iraq seven years ago.

Witness reacts to Brown student assault

By Shaun Towne — Fri, 17 May 2013 11:25:02 GMT

NEW INFORMATION : An eyewitness and Brown University fraternity brothers react to the incident that put Joseph Sharkey in the hospital.

In case you missed it: Thurs. in review

Fri, 17 May 2013 10:00:00 GMT

In case you missed a story here or there, here are the local happenings from Thursday, May 16, 2013.

Teen sentenced to 6+ years for shooting

Fri, 17 May 2013 02:18:42 GMT

A judge handed down a long jail sentence to an area man who shot somebody in the chest in broad daylight at this time last year.

Shelter to remain open through summer

Fri, 17 May 2013 01:45:41 GMT

The only emergency winter shelter in Providence will remain open through the summer months, according to an announcement made by Bishop Thomas J. Tobin.

Parents using GPS to track their kids

Fri, 17 May 2013 01:45:00 GMT

Some parents are using GPS devices to make sure their families are safe. Eyewitness News wanted to put these trackers to the test and see how they work.