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Crime 5 days ago

Rhode Island prosecutor in viral arrest video slapped with 6-month suspension, pleads in court

Special Assistant Attorney General Devon Flanagan was placed on unpaid leave following her arrest for trespassing at Clarke Cooke House restaurant in Newport.

Illegal Immigrants August 25

Providence police violated city ordinance by assisting ICE operation, investigators find

Rhode Island investigators found Providence officers impermissibly helped ICE agents by establishing perimeter and gathering intelligence after a pursuit.

Rhode Island August 23

Rhode Island prosecutor in viral arrest video placed on unpaid leave, job future unclear

The Rhode Island Attorney General's office confirms prosecutor Devon Flanagan, whose arrest for trespassing went viral this week, will be placed on unpaid leave starting Monday.

Rhode Island August 19

WATCH: Footage shows blue state prosecutor warning officers they'll 'regret' arresting her: 'I'm an AG!'

The Rhode Island Attorney General's Office is launching a probe after a state prosecutor was allegedly berating officers as they tried to arrest her, yelling at them: "I'm an AG!"

Crime August 14

American accused of faking death, fleeing US found guilty of raping former girlfriend

Nicholas Rossi, who is accused of faking his own death and fleeing the country to avoid sexual assault charges, was convicted Wednesday of first-degree felony rape. He will be sentenced in October.

VIDEO August 12

ICE official describes the 'BAD ACTORS' the agency is 'going after'

Acting I.C.E. director Todd Lyons weighs in on the agency reportedly setting a new detention record this week and addresses whether Rhode Island police 'cooperated' with the arrest of an alleged sex offender on 'America Reports.'

VIDEO August 11

DHS official argues Rhode Island is 'putting their own people in danger'

DHS Public Affairs assistant secretary Tricia McLaughlin claims Rhode Island 'refused' to honor a detainer for an illegal migrant on 'America Reports.'

Immigration August 9

ICE arrests illegal immigrant charged with child sex crimes after his release by local police despite detainer

ICE arrested an illegal immigrant from Guatemala after Rhode Island police released him despite child sex crime charges and an active immigration detainer.

Illegal Immigrants July 14

Progressive Dem rep faces backlash for calling ICE 'Nazi thugs' while defending MS-13 gang member

Progressive lawmaker sparks controversy by condemning ICE as 'thugs' after they apprehended an MS-13 member with fentanyl charges who was released despite an immigration detainer.

Rhode Island July 9

Rhode Island man charged for allegedly threatening to kill Trump, other administration officials

FBI investigation leads to charges against a 37-year-old man who allegedly admitted to posting threats targeting Trump and officials on Truth Social.

Travel July 4

America's oldest Independence Day parade marks 240 years of patriotic tradition

Bristol, Rhode Island celebrates its 240th anniversary of America's oldest Independence Day parade, featuring a town crier, float contests, and visiting Navy ship USS Billings.

Rhode Island June 27

Providence City Council approves mailers teaching residents how to resist ICE operations

Rhode Island's capital city distributes bilingual cards advising residents on immigration enforcement, noting immigrants have been vital to Providence for centuries.

Travel June 20

Captain Cook's legendary ship finally identified near New England resort after 250 years

The remains of the historic HMS Endeavour have been definitively located at a site near Newport, Rhode Island. The ship was the first European vessel to reach Australia's east coast.

Rhode Island June 17

Human remains found near Taylor Swift's mansion identified

Human remains found near Taylor Swift's Rhode Island mansion identified as Eric Wein of Massachusetts, with police concluding no foul play despite social media serial killer speculation.

Massachusetts June 5

New England serial killer fears stoked by 13th body found in small town

The body of 21-year-old Adriana Suazo found in Milton, Massachusetts becomes the 13th unexplained death across New England since March 2025.

Food-Drink May 29

This $140 all-you-can-eat buffet feels like a 'luxury resort vacation'

This $140 dining experience has lobsters, oysters, filet mignon, live music and more. The Nordic in Rhode Island is home to far more than its legendary all-you-can-eat buffet.

Media May 28

Brown University clears student of wrongdoing after he sent campus employees DOGE-like email

Ahead of his House testimony spotlighting the debate over university expenses, Brown University student Alex Shieh was cleared by the Ivy League school of policy violations.

VIDEO May 21

Lee Zeldin and Democratic senator yell over EPA grants on Capitol Hill

91±¬ÁÏ anchor Trace Gallagher breaks down EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin and Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, D-R.I., squaring off over EPA grants on 'America Reports.'

US May 16

Rhode Island police chief rejects serial killer theory after human remains found near Taylor Swift's mansion

Fears that a body found near Taylor Swift's Rhode Island beach mansion may be linked to a New England serial killer were dismissed by a police chief Friday.

US May 15

Human remains found near Taylor Swift's beachside Rhode Island mansion amid serial killer fears

A human leg was found in Westerly, Rhode Island, in the upscale Watch Hill neighborhood near a beachside mansion owned by pop star Taylor Swift.

Northeast May 14

Rhode Island capital to hoist Palestinian flag at city hall, citing diversity

In a sign of the diverse community there, officials say a Palestinian flag is the latest ethnic banner to be flown over City Hall in Providence, Rhode Island.

Politics May 6

White House rips blue state Dems using 'lawfare' to protect wind industry

Trump's wind energy order is facing legal headwinds thanks to a new lawsuit from 18 states and DC.

True Crime May 5

Is there a New England serial killer? Former FBI agent with regional ties reveals his theory

Former FBI investigator Scott Duffey weighs in on New England serial killer rumors, saying authorities have not released "enough" information to quash rumors.

True Crime May 1

New England investigators 'not ruling out anything' amid serial killer fears: Former homicide detective

A former homicide detective does not believe authorities in New England are ruling "anything out" after 11 bodies have been found in the area since March 1.

True Crime April 30

New England serial killer fears: Investigators identify two bodies pulled from rivers in separate states

A man was was identified in Massachusetts, and a woman in Connecticut, amid concerns that a serial killer might be preying on residents in New England.

True Crime April 28

New England serial killer fears: Rhode Island police search for ‘clandestine graves’ amid string of deaths

Rhode Island police, looking into social media rumors about a serial killer, searched for clandestine graves near Scarborough Beach 'with negative results.'

Politics April 24

Whip watch: Dick Durbin gives tearful goodbye as Dem power play begins for No. 2 Senate spot

Senators Brian Schatz, Patty Murray and Sheldon Whitehouse could be considered potential successors for Senate Minority Whip Dick Durbin.

Northeast April 23

New England serial killer fears heighten after eighth idyllic town rocked by gruesome discovery

After Massachusetts police discovered a woman's body near a bike path on Tuesday, fears of a rumored New England serial killer continue to mount on social media.

Politics April 18

Top Dem asks Noem how TSA will prevent 'major disruptions' as many travelers still lack REAL ID

Democrat Sen. Jack Reed of Rhode Island sent a letter to DHS Secretary Kristi Noem asking for a contingency plan in case travelers get stranded due to the REAL ID mandate.

Crime April 18

New England serial killer: CT River Valley survivor stabbed 27 times warns locals to remain 'vigilant'

Jane Boroski, the lone suspected survivor of the Connecticut River Valley serial killer, is warning locals to remain 'vigilant' amid New England serial killer speculation on Facebook.