Ryan Medeiros

ACUSHNET, Mass. (WLNE) — Despite Vice President Kamala Harris earning the overwhelming majority of votes in Massachusetts in the 2024 Presidential Election, one town in Bristol County rallied in support of President-elect Donald Trump.

BOSTON, Mass. (WLNE) — More than a year and a half after Jack Teixeira was arrested at his Dighton home, the former Air National Guardsman was sentenced to 15 years in prison.

WEST WARWICK, R.I. (WLNE) — It was a hectic week for a “rage room” in West Warwick after the 2024 Election. “We were a little bit slow, then all of a sudden last week we really had a rush,” Smash ‘N’ Splash owner Samantha Rodriguez said. People from all political affiliations joined in for an outlet to release their emotions....

CRANSTON, R.I. (WLNE) — A World War II veteran was presented with an honorary high school diploma Thursday in Cranston. 98-year-old Anthony Simeone said he was proud of his military service, but finally getting his diploma is a unique honor. “Today we gather to honor Anthony Simeone, a remarkable man whose life exemplifies service, resilience, and dedication,” Cranston High School...

PAWTUCKET, R.I. (WLNE) — An honor years in the making as Staff Sgt. Raymond Flynn, who was killed in World War II, finally received a proper burial in Pawtucket. Flynn died during the invasion of Normandy France during a firefight on June 9, 1933. After his death, he was awarded a Bronze Star for his heroism. Flynn’s remains were first...

By Ryan Medeiros, WLNE via CNN Newsource Published Nov. 16, 2024 at 9:36 AM CET | Updated moments ago

NEW BEDFORD, Mass. (WLNE) — New Bedford officials announced the development of a new business hub Monday. The “Quest Center” is seen as an important pillar for the development of offshore wind in the city, but a new federal administration could threaten to derail their plans. “I think we’d be less-than-honest if we said we weren’t concerned about it,” New...

SWANSEA, Mass. (WLNE) — American Legion Post 303 honored the winners of the Veterans Day essay contest at Joseph Case Junior High School on Monday. Each student had the chance to read their essay to the veterans and were all awarded with a certificate of appreciation. The three winners shared why they felt it was important to express their gratitude...

PORTSMOUTH, R.I. (WLNE) — Patriots offensive lineman Caedan Wallace visited Boys Town New England in Portsmouth on Tuesday night. “I just love supporting the community,” Wallace said. “I heard that there’s kids here that need some support and so I’m here.” Boys Town is a family home program that provides care for at-risk kids who can’t live at home. “I...

WARWICK, R.I. (WLNE) — An arrest more than two years after Charlotte Lester disappeared had some asking why it took so long, especially after the suspect had been the focus of police since the beginning. Lester’s body was discovered in a wooded area in Exeter on Wednesday, and Mark Perkins was subsequently arrested in Warwick. “It was a roller coaster...