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After learning his dog had terminal blood cancer, Attleboro Mayor @PaulHeroux packed his bags and took her on the trip of a lifetime. You won't want to miss this story:

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#Breaking : Democrat Seth Magaziner has defeated Republican Allan Fung in the hotly contested race for RI's 2nd district.

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As brothers Andres and Oscar Perez were climbing the ranks of the Providence Police Department, federal agents say their nephew Josh was running a multistate fentanyl drug ring out of the city. @TimWhiteRI and @Eli_Sherman have the story.

FBI investigating drug ring leader’s ties to Providence police

The accused leader of the fentanyl drug ring is the nephew of top members of the Providence Police Department.

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A boy from Westerly is battling stage 4 cancer and has one last wish; to be "famous all around the world." #DStrong

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LATEST: A group of protestors in Providence projects "CEASEFIRE NOW" on the RI Statehouse.

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We want to take moment to give appreciation to the healthcare professionals and retail workers who can't stay at home. Thank you for the tireless work you've been doing during this difficult time.

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Join us in congratulating our own @RuthiePolinsky for being chosen as @NSMASportsMedia 's 2019 RI Sportscaster of the year! We couldn't be more proud. 👏👏👏

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Check this out! A Providence woman was surprised to see an Amazon delivery driver busting a move in her driveway:

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8 months

. @GabeAmo wins the Democratic nomination for #RI01 :

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#BREAKING : The U.S. Department of Justice has opened an investigation into the closure of the westbound Washington Bridge, according to Gov. Dan McKee's office. More as this story develops:

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Congratulations to the Smithfield Little League Team — with today's regional win, they're headed to the Little League World Series!

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#Breaking : We're projecting that David Cicilline has won reelection in Rhode Island's 1st Congressional District: #Election2022 #YourLocalElectionHQ

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As declining attendance and mounting debt forces church after church to close, one in Providence is thriving thanks to some recent changes. @JulianneLimaTV shares its secret to success tonight on Eyewitness News

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8 years

The URI football team lost 84-7 today. No highlights or game story needed. Ouch

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4 years

Breaking News: The Massachusetts Department of Public Health says a Boston man is the first confirmed case of the coronavirus in the state.

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Rhode Island T.F. Green International Airport has been named one of the top 10 best airports in the world, with travelers saying it's a "great little airport" that is easy to reach and navigate.

TF Green Airport named a top 10 airport in the world

Travelers said T.F. Green is a “great little airport” that is easy to reach and navigate.

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More video from the rally in Providence. Those gathering appear to be protesting peacefully.

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#WATCH : Tensions rise between Providence Mayor Jorge Elorza and RI Gov. Dan McKee moments before a news conference.

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#BREAKING : She's here! Welcome to the world, Samantha Anne Irene Nesi! Please join us in congratulating @KimKalunian and @TedNesi on their beautiful bundle of joy!

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4 years

This banner is hanging on Mineral Spring Avenue in #NorthProvidence

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#ICYMI : An interesting moment as Democratic challenger Helena Foulkes tried to call Gov. Dan McKee during his speech to supporters.

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We remember not only the thousands killed this day 18 years ago but the survivors and first responders still living with the scars - both emotional or physical - today. We #Remember911 🇺🇸

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3 years

North Kingstown is showing off this morning😍 We hope you have a great Friday!

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Rhode Island drivers will now be able to showcase their Providence College pride with their license plates.

PC Friars license plates to be distributed in August

Rhode Island drivers will now be able to showcase their Providence College pride with their license plate.

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🐶 A dog that was stranded on an icy pond is now safe thanks to crews in Providence! Details:

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3 years

A beautiful image from yesterday's storm! Strong waves crashing into Sakonnet Light in Little Compton.

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4 years

Wishing a very happy birthday to @dnorth50 🎂 Help us wish Danielle a happy birthday by following her page!

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3 years

A heartwarming scene: A neighborhood shows gratitude for their UPS driver for his hard work and positive attitude during the pandemic.

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6 years

WATCH: A Florida police officer saw this "driver" on the road violating several traffic laws. He then jokingly complained "everybody wants to drive slow with a cop car behind them." Take a look at this hilarious video! 🐢

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4 years

Nothing beats a Rhode Island sunrise😎

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7 years

Join us in congratulating two of our talented reporters on their marriage! @KimKalunian and @TedNesi tied the knot last night 🥂💍 #WPRIDo

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5 years

Warwick officer joins neighborhood football game in between calls.

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#Breaking : Rhode Island lawmakers have voted to legalize recreational cannabis for adult use:

In historic move, RI lawmakers vote to legalize recreational marijuana

The governor is expected to sign the legislation by the end of the week, immediately making cannabis possession legal in Rhode Island.

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Loretta Swit and Jamie Farr, original actors from the show, were on hand to kick off the celebration.

RI Comic Con celebrates 50th anniversary of M*A*S*H

The 10th Annual Rhode Island Comic Con is got underway on Friday.

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A soccer player from Cranston who went to La Salle Academy and Providence College has signed with the New England Revolution II.

Cranston native signs with Revolution II

A soccer player from Cranston is the next Rhode Islander to make it to the pros.

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2 years

. @tony_tpetrarca just had an unwelcome visitor during his live forecast. 🕸

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As an East Providence teenager recovers at the hospital after he was stabbed by another student at the city’s high school, the Providence College men's basketball team visited him to cheer him up.

PC Friars visit East Providence stabbing victim in hospital

The boy is recovering from serious injuries at Hasbro Children’s Hospital.

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#BREAKING : The I-195 Washington Bridge needs to undergo major repairs or be fully replaced, according to a draft report obtained by 12 News. Full details here:

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1 year

Newly released bodycam footage shows the moments Cranston City Councilman Matthew Reilly was arrested for allegedly smoking crack cocaine. Get the full story starting at 4 on FOX Providence:

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3 years

Siblings from Seekonk are about to make history. Troy and Jayla Pina are headed to Tokyo for the Olympics as they will represent Cape Verde as swimmers.

Seekonk siblings make history representing Cape Verde’s first-ever Olympic swim team

SEEKONK, Mass. (WPRI) — Two siblings from Seekonk are about to make history. Troy and Jayla Pina are headed to Tokyo for the Olympics. They will represent Cape Verde as swimmers. It’s t…

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4 years

Attention all students: Listen to Governor Raimondo speak bluntly about what you should not be doing while school's out. #Coronavirus #CoronavirusConcerns

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JUST IN🌸 Punxsutawney Phil did not see his shadow and predicts an early spring! Read more here:

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5 years

#BREAKING - #SBLIII celebration at #URI getting out of control. Keep checking back for updates -->

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7 years

Panel sees benefits to Massachusetts changing time zones, as long as the rest of New England follows suit:

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We're excited to have @KaitLouiseWalsh start her new position as co-anchor of 12 News This Morning, alongside @tpatricklittle , starting Friday! We hope you tune in weekdays from 4:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. 🙂

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Rep. Enrique Sanchez called upon RIDOT Director Peter Alviti to step down "for the common good of Rhode Islanders."

RI lawmaker calls for RIDOT director’s resignation amid bridge closure

R.I. Rep. Enrique Sanchez didn’t mince words when asked for his thoughts on the Washington Bridge closure, which has upended the I-195 corridor for more than a month.

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He's here! @AnitaBaffoni and her husband Jake welcomed their second child into the world. Hugh Paul Anderson was born at 11:19 a.m. weighing 8.7 pounds. Join us in congratulating them on their new bundle of joy!

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A Starbucks in downtown Providence has become the first store in the state to successfully unionize.

Providence Starbucks becomes 1st RI store to unionize

A Starbucks in downtown Providence has become the first store in the state to successfully unionize, 12 News has learned.

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6 years

Shake Shack will be coming to Providence in 2019

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#WATCH : This is the moment the brick facade was ripped off the Healthtrax building in East Providence. Details👉🏼

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6 years

We need this in Rhode Island! A man became annoyed with all the potholes in the streets of Brussels, so he decided to take matters into his own hands.

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#WATCH -- Dozens attend a rally against a proposed bill that would fine unvaccinated Rhode Islanders. @MattPaddockTV has the report from Smithfield.

Dozens rally against bill that would fine unvaccinated Rhode Islanders

SMITHFIELD, R.I. (WPRI) — Dozens of protesters gathered on Putnam Pike in Smithfield on Saturday afternoon against a proposal to fine unvaccinated residents $50 a month. The legislation, intr…

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5 years

Congratulations on your retirement, Frank Coletta!

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1 year

Wishing a very happy birthday to @MHershgordon 🎂 Help us wish Morey a happy birthday by commenting below!

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6 years

Five years after the tragic shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary, parents and families are channeling their unimaginable loss into activism.

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What a surprise! Researchers in Antarctica were surprised by a little penguin who popped right up on to their boat for a quick visit.

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4 years

Wishing a very happy birthday to @ruthiepolinsky 🎂 Help us wish Ruthie a happy birthday by following her page! #wpri12 #happybirthday #wpribirthday

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#WATCH : A 96-year-old WWII Veteran made the first recreational cannabis purchase at the Thomas C. Slater Compassion Center in Providence. Details:

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#Breaking : A historic win for Gabe Amo, with the Democrat becoming the first Black person to represent RI in Congress. Watch his victory speech here:

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2 years

Wishing a very happy birthday to @dnorth50 🎂 Help us wish Danielle a happy birthday by following her page!

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3 years

Today we bid farewell to @wbuteau . Throughout his 25 years here, he's covered countless storms, uncovered corruption and made everyone smile while watching @StreetStories12 . He's heading to Tampa to lead the investigative unit at @WFLA . Join us in wishing him the best of luck!

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Tara Cirella received a standing ovation when she received her late daughter's diploma, who died of sepsis back in 2017. #GiStrong

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October 5th is National Rhode Island Day⚓ What's your favorite thing about the Ocean State?

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"Hi Mike, its me Brian, I won the gold medal I can't wait to see ya... it's going to be exciting when I bring back the gold to Rhode Island."

RI Special Olympics athlete wins gold medal in Germany

Rhode Island Special Olympic athlete Brian Johnson, of East Greenwich, won the gold medal in unified doubles for bocce in Berlin, Germany.

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#WATCH : After ten months, 87 soldiers from the Rhode Island Army National Guard’s 43rd Military Police Brigade Headquarters returned from deployment. Read more here:

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4 years

Wishing a very happy birthday to @KimKalunian 🎂 Help us wish Kim happy birthday by following her page!

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Under state law, if a car registered in Rhode Island is damaged from a pothole on any state highway, causeway or bridge, the owner can recover damages of up to $300 — if they submit a claim within seven days.

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Now that the RI DMV has unveiled the five finalists for the license plate design contest, we want to know: Which one is your favorite? Tell us!

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The Princeton Review: URI ranks #3 for smoking most marijuana.

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A new twist on the ice: Bumper cars to hit @AlexandAniCC in downtown #Providence -->

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R.I. lawmakers are demanding answers after the sudden closure of the Washington Bridge, with one calling it "unexpected and unacceptable."

‘Unexpected and unacceptable’: RI lawmakers want answers about sudden bridge closure

The abrupt closure of the Washington Bridge has cast Rhode Island into a state of disarray.

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2 years

Whoa! Check out the waves crashing over the sea wall near #Narragansett Beach.

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The Massachusetts Senate unanimously passed a bill on Thursday that would prohibit animals from being declawed for non-medical reasons.

Mass. Senate passes bill to ban declawing of cats

The Massachusetts Senate unanimously passed a bill on Thursday that would prohibit animals from being declawed for non-medical reasons.

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#WATCH : @dnorth50 signs off for the final time after more than two decades at WPRI 12♥

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6 years

Firefighters in Arizona answered a unique call last month... They came to the rescue of some adorable ducklings!

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3 years

"SNOW" MUCH FUN: Watch as these giant pandas enjoy a snow day at the National Zoo in Washington, D.C. Mei Xiang and Tian Tian were sliding and rolling around, and cub Xiao Qi Ji experienced snow for the first time.

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Please join us in congratulating photojournalist @jpsmollins as he celebrates a recent anniversary with 12 News! In addition to his work as a photojournalist and show editor, JP is the driving force behind 12 Sports' weekly "Hometown Hero" segment. Congrats on 20+ years, JP!

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#WATCH : Check out this gorgeous sunrise from #Warwick this morning!😎☀😍

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Wishing a very happy birthday to @MHershgordon 🎂 Help us wish Morey a happy birthday by following his page!

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Lefty pitcher Connor Curtis struck out 15 batters in @SmithfieldLL 's 3-1 victory over Nevada in their first Little League World Series appearance as Metro Region champs. Read more:

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2 years

Today we would like to wish @ChelseaJonesTV a very happy birthday! Be sure to give Chelsea's page a follow if you haven’t already and wish her a happy birthday! 🎂

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The University of Rhode Island has received a record 26,800 first-year applications for the fall 2024 semester.

URI sees record number of first-year applications

The University of Rhode Island has received a record 26,800 first-year applications for the fall 2024 semester.

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Today we would like to wish @tony_tpetrarca a very happy birthday! Be sure to give Tony's page a follow if you haven’t already and wish him a happy birthday! 🎂

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#BREAKING : @RIDOTNews director Peter Alviti acknowledged in a Monday news conference that there's a chance the Washington Bridge will need to be torn down and completely rebuilt, pending a "comprehensive look" from engineers.

RIDOT: Washington Bridge may need to be demolished

RIDOT Director Peter Alviti stressed that engineers are still taking a “comprehensive look” at the bridge’s structure and determining whether demolishing the bridge will be necess…

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In an emotional video, Judge Frank Caprio announced he has been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer.

Judge Caprio diagnosed with pancreatic cancer

In an emotional video, Judge Frank Caprio announced he has been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer.

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#WATCH #LIVE Lifespan researchers announce major breakthrough in brain cancer vaccine trial.

Researchers announce breakthrough in brain cancer vaccine trial

Researchers say the Phase III clinical trial of the vaccine shows it can expand the life of patients with both newly diagnosed and recurrent glioblastoma

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Wishing a very happy birthday to @KaylaFishTV 🎂 Help us wish Kayla a happy birthday by following her page!

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#Breaking : 12 News projects incumbent Dan McKee has won his first full term as Rhode Island governor.

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5 years

JUST IN: @GovRaimondo will propose legalizing marijuana in Rhode Island as part of her budget plan this week

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3 years

Today we would like to wish @KimKalunian a very happy birthday! Be sure to give Kim's page a follow if you haven’t already and wish her a happy birthday! 🎂

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WATCH: When 8-year-old Maurice Adams Jr. saw an elderly woman struggling to climb up a flight of stairs, he jumped into action. Take a look at the heartwarming moment caught on camera.

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Wow😍 Check out this video of the northern lights from Coventry! Check out more photos and send your own here:

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A man kayaks down Pleasant Valley Parkway in Providence as heavy rains cause flash flooding across the region. Read the story and see more:

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The decision comes as Providence County is considered to have high transmission of COVID-19.

Rhode Island College requiring masks in classrooms

The decision comes as Providence County is considered to have high transmission of COVID-19.

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Today we would like to wish @StephMachado a very happy birthday! Be sure to give Steph's page a follow if you haven’t already and wish her a happy birthday! 🎂

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🧁 This hungry black bear barged into the garage of a Connecticut bakery on Wednesday, helping itself to 60 cupcakes. Read the full story:

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Today, @RIStatePolice joined @MassStatePolice and @CT_STATE_POLICE to escort 300,000 N95 masks to NYC in the @Patriots tractor-trailer. (Photos courtesy RISP)

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From North Kingstown, to Barrington, many 12 News viewers are capturing a beam of light moving through the sky Saturday.

Rhode Islanders capture light in sky

From North Kingstown to Barrington, many 12 News viewers captured a beam of light moving through the sky Saturday evening.

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A Florida man, who says he’s a highly trained gun owner who has been hunting since he was a child, gave up his AR-57 to police last week. Ben Dickmann explained his decision why in a Facebook post that has gone viral: “I will be the change I want to see in this world.”

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Today we would like to wish @ShannonHegy a very happy birthday! Be sure to give Shannon's page a follow if you haven’t already and wish her a happy birthday! 🎂

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