Providence Grand Jury Finds Fatal Police Shooting 'Legally Justified'
Joseph Santos, 32, was killed by police on Nov. 9, 2017 on an I-95 north on-ramp near Providence Place.
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Joseph Santos, 32, was killed by police on Nov. 9, 2017 on an I-95 north on-ramp near Providence Place.
Former "Tonight Show" host Jay Leno and his wife have purchased an oceanfront mansion in Newport, Rhode Island.
Police are asking the public for help to identify two women who they say vandalized Newport's historic Cliff Walk with spray paint.
A Rhode Island driver came across an unexpected traffic delay when two deer locked antlers in the middle of the road.
Providence Police confirmed Tuesday that the man who was shot and killed after a pursuit last Thursday was in fact acquainted with another man who they say stole a police cruiser earlier that day.
Rhode Island State Police announced charges against the man they say stole one of their cruisers last week, leading to a two-day manhunt.
At a press conference Friday afternoon, authorities identified the man shot and killed by Providence and Rhode Island State Police the day before on Interstate 95--and showed video depicting the chase and shooting.
One person is dead and one person is injured after a chase and shootout with several police officers on busy Interstate 95 in Providence.
Rhode Island Gov. Gina Raimondo is asking the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority to run express commuter trains between Providence and Boston, but the agency says it would be difficult.
Visitors to the spectacular Gilded Age mansion The Breakers now have the chance to explore its depths with a new tour that shows off the domestic technology that helped make the 70-room building state of the art when it was completed in 1895.
Workers finally dug up a beach mystery on the coast of Rhode Island on Thursday.
Massachusetts Gov. Charlie Baker is heading to Rhode Island looking to inspire his fellow Republicans.
Two 15-year-0ld boys were rescued by Coast Guard Saturday after their boat lost power and got stuck on a harbor breakwater.
A juvenile has been arrested in the murder of a man found in flames on the side of a road in a quiet neighborhood early Tuesday morning.
A viewer wanted to know how displaying such a divisive symbol can be allowed, especially since the campground is on town owned land.
"Yes this really happened!" the department wrote on their Facebook page Sunday.
Police in Rhode Island say a groom was arrested at his wedding reception for assaulting restaurant employees.
Deep in the woods of Charlestown, Rhode Island, the Nordic Lodge has become world-famous for its gloriously gourmet buffet.
A stinky situation is plaguing one Rhode Island town.
The giant termite--known as "Nibbles Woodaway"--advertises pest control and has been perched along the highway for years.
Rhode Island's proposal would exempt sunscreen from rules banning students from using over-the-counter medications at schools without special permission.
Rhode Island state legislators hoping to legalize recreational marijuana say they have enough support to pass a bill if it comes to a vote this spring in the Democrat-controlled General Assembly.
Austin Prario will be running the marathon to honor the Boston Children's Hospital doctors who saved him, thank the parents who didn't coddle him, and motivate other kids like him facing serious health issues.
Located in West Warwick, Rhode Island, Boneheads is a rock n' roll inspired restaurant where owners Matt Corona, Joanne Casale, and Dave Fazzina really spread their wings when it comes to serving this saucy snack.
A Canton woman was charged with drunk driving after she recorded a blood alcohol content of .411.
Kid 'n Play was inducted into the Berklee College of Music Hip Hop Hall of Fame.
A series of nine plays follows three generations of the same family over the decades.
A new brush fire has developed in the Blue Hills State Reservation, sending smoke into surrounding Massachusetts communities.
A report shows many women are facing a "broken rung" in their career advancement when they miss early promotions.
The Boston Celtics will welcome the undefeated Cleveland Cavaliers to TD Garden on Tuesday night, a highly anticipated early-season showdown between the two best teams in the Eastern Conference.
A new brush fire has developed in the Blue Hills State Reservation, sending smoke into surrounding Massachusetts communities.
Stop & Shop stores across Massachusetts have empty shelves due to a cyberattack.
The Municipal Police Training Committee in Massachusetts is investigating dozens of police officers for bypassing mandatory training requirements, WBZ-TV has learned.
One person was killed and three others were hurt in a horrific dog attack Monday in Boston. Two of those wounded were police officers.
There are more women working than ever before, but a recent report shows they still face barriers to promotions.
Cheese processed at plant in Lena, Illinois, may be tainted by bacteria that can cause serious and fatal infections.
Young or old, Democrat or Republican, a majority of Americans say this presidential election is stressing them out.
Researchers at a Massachusetts hospital have discovered a new sign that could indicate whether someone has a concussion and it's literally a shaking of the head.
Several hospitals have failed to come to an agreement with the second-largest health insurer in Massachusetts, Point32Health.
McDonald's has stopped selling the popular product in some states as an investigation into the cause of the bacteria continues.
WBZ-TV's I-Team has uncovered a third attempted land grab by thieves in Massachusetts, this time in West Yarmouth.
Pink cocaine has reportedly made its way to the Boston area, federal investigators told WBZ-TV's I-Team.
Some Winthrop residents are pushing back against a law requiring Massachusetts communities with T access to allow the development of multifamily units to help with the housing crunch. All of it now could soon be up to voters to decide.
A Springfield man says he gave police evidence that points to another suspect in the Boston Strangler investigation - not Albert DeSalvo.
A Plymouth man says that fraudsters tried to steal his home out from under him, just one week after WBZ's I-Team reported on a similar scam in Concord.
Now that Question 2 has passed, removing MCAS as a graduation requirement in Massachusetts schools, what are the standards for high school graduation?
Massachusetts voters approved ballot questions on the auditor's authority and the MCAS, but lawmakers may still tinker with them.
Donald Trump won 75 cities and towns in Massachusetts in the 2024 election. Eleven of them voted Democrat four years ago.
If you were looking for surprises, the 2024 election likely wasn't for you.
John Deaton said he believes Sen. Elizabeth Warren is creating divisiveness in the state
It appears Tree House Brewing Company has big plans to expand in Boston, according to filings with the city.
Here's where to find Veterans Day 2024 free food offers and discounts at restaurants in Massachusetts.
Seven Stop & Shop stores in Massachusetts will be closing permanently on Oct. 31.
A small group of loyal customers gathered in Weston Saturday morning to thank a pharmacist who is relocating as Walgreens closes the location where he served the community for almost three decades.
Meta is set to launch a new plan using facial recognition technology to prevent online scams at the start of next year.
Host Rachel Holt talks with their CEO about their distinct connection to Newport and what sets them apart as a "brewstillery."
Newport's Castle Hill Inn is one of the area's most coveted destinations offering visitors spectacular views, luxurious accommodations, and unique dining experiences.
Founded in 2014 with a mission of preserving, celebrating and sharing automotive history, the Audrain Automobile Museum is a must-stop destination for both car enthusiasts and Newport visitors alike.
Host Rachel Holt joins Prezza Mixologist Craig Carpenter in Boston's North End for a hot new twist on a classic cocktail that's bound to be the next big hit.
Chef Delphin Gomes joins host Rachel Holt in the test kitchen to show off his latest creations and the art of merging design with chocolate.
The Boston Celtics will welcome the undefeated Cleveland Cavaliers to TD Garden on Tuesday night, a highly anticipated early-season showdown between the two best teams in the Eastern Conference.
Mathieu Olivier scored short-handed in a three-goal first period that ended with the Boston fans booing their own team off the ice, and the last-place Columbus Blue Jackets beat the Bruins 5-1 on Monday night.
It didn't take long for former New England Patriots receiver Tyquan Thornton to find a new home.
Kristaps Porzingis has taken another step toward his return for the Boston Celtics, which will bring the big man to the G League for an afternoon.
New England Patriots head coach Jerod Mayo fired back at a report that teams owners went outside the organization asking for help developing Drake Maye.
The Lizzie Borden House in Fall River has landed on USA Today's Top 10 list of the best haunted hotels.
New York City is officially legalizing jaywalking. Is it time for Boston to do the same?
Boston is looking to give new life to the historic bear dens in Franklin Park.
The massive comet that's starting to become visible in the night sky won't stick around for too long.
The northern lights have been very active in 2024. An expert explains why it could continue for months to come.