A federal judge ordered the Kennedy Center to provide 30 days’ notice before making any major physical changes to the building. Details: https://www.wpri.com/news/politics/judge-orders-kennedy-center-to-provide-30-days-notice-before-making-any-major-physical-changes/ 

Killing endangered wildlife inadvertently wouldn't be illegal unless the animals were specifically targeted under a new interpretation of the Endangered Species Act. More: https://www.wpri.com/community/environment/killing-endangered-wildlife-is-legal-if-they-arent-the-target-new-trump-rule-says/ 

Nearly half of RI households are struggling to afford the basics, according to the United Way of Rhode Island. Barbara Ron highlights the resources available to those in need: https://www.wpri.com/money/nearly-half-of-ri-households-struggle-to-afford-basics-new-united-way-report-finds/

Police have arrested a Taunton man accused of killing his girlfriend in a domestic incident at his townhouse. Details: https://www.wpri.com/news/local-news/west-bay/police-respond-to-apparent-camper-fire-in-warwick/

An investigation is underway after flames tore through a camper outside of a home in Warwick. Kysha Hancock shares what we know so far: https://www.wpri.com/news/local-news/west-bay/police-respond-to-apparent-camper-fire-in-warwick/

A judge has dismissed Pamela Smart's petition for a new trial. She is serving life in prison for orchestrating the murder of her husband. More: https://www.wpri.com/new-england/new-hampshire/judge-rejects-pamela-smarts-latest-bid-for-a-new-trial-in-1990-accomplice-to-murder-case/

12 News was in court Thursday when a former Bradley Hospital employee accused of assaulting a 10-year-old patient earlier this year faced a judge. Full story: https://www.wpri.com/news/local-news/providence/former-bradley-hospital-staffer-charged-with-child-abuse/ 

A Warwick couple organized a 5K to support the Dup15Q Alliance just a few months after their son was diagnosed with the rare genetic condition: https://www.wpri.com/12health/warwick-couple-organizes-believe-5k-just-months-after-son-was-diagnosed-with-rare-condition/

A Westerly man convicted of driving drunk and causing a deadly crash three years ago will spend more than eight years behind bars. Details: https://www.wpri.com/news/local-news/south-county/westerly-man-sentenced-in-deadly-dui-crash/

A former Bradley Hospital employee accused of assaulting a 10-year-old patient earlier this year faced a judge Thursday morning. Story: https://www.wpri.com/news/local-news/providence/former-bradley-hospital-staffer-charged-with-child-abuse/

If you receive a text message asking you to confirm the information in your voter record, think twice before taking action. https://www.wpri.com/news/elections/voter-registration-scam-targets-rhode-islanders-via-text/

#DEVELOPING: Police are investigating after an apparent camper fire on Rita Street in Warwick Thursday afternoon. Get more details as we learn them: https://www.wpri.com/news/local-news/west-bay/police-respond-to-apparent-camper-fire-in-warwick/ 

12 Sports' Morgan Weaver reports from Gillette Stadium, where we heard from Patriots offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels and running back TreVeyon Henderson. Coverage begins at 4 on 12 News.

Merriam-Webster has added 1,400 new words and definitions to its dictionary. How many of these do you know? Full story: https://www.wpri.com/dont-miss/rickroll-and-looksmaxxing-are-official-merriam-webster-adds-1400-new-words-to-dictionary-website/ 

Several fixtures in local media were inducted into the Rhode Island Radio & Television Hall of Fame on Wednesday, including WPRI 12's Will Gilbert and Les Breault. Story: https://www.wpri.com/news/its-good-news/wpri-12s-will-gilbert-les-breault-inducted-into-ri-radio-tv-hall-of-fame/

The Patriots host the Steelers this weekend for a "must-win" game. Patriots Wire's Sophie Weller joins host Sam Knox on New England Nation OT — watch now on the WPRI 12+ TV app.

Defensive coordinator Steve Belichick, son of UNC head coach Bill Belichick, has resigned after a probe into the football program. (AP Photo/Ben McKeown) https://www.wpri.com/sports/college/unc-defensive-coordinator-steve-belichick-resigns-as-probe-into-conduct-in-football-program-concludes/ 

A 20-year-old woman turned herself in to Providence police Wednesday night in connection with a hit-and-run that sent a teenager to the hospital. https://www.wpri.com/news/local-news/providence/driver-charged-in-providence-hit-and-run/

The Providence Board of Canvassers has confirmed that about 70 poll workers called out the morning of last week’s primary election: https://www.wpri.com/news/local-news/providence/providence-had-70-poll-workers-call-out-on-morning-of-primary-election/

WATCH LIVE: PVDFest organizers and city officials kick off this year's event: https://www.wpri.com/news/local-news/providence/providence-officials-kick-off-this-years-pvdfest/ 

LIVE: Providence officials kick off this year’s PVDFest

Watch the press conference live on WPRI.com.

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US stocks rebounded Thursday amid falling oil prices and easing pressure from the bond market: https://www.wpri.com/top-stories/us-stocks-jump-after-oil-prices-fall-and-pressure-from-the-bond-market-eases/ (📸: Seth Wenig)

On this week's Behind the Story, Nancy Lavin of the Rhode Island Current joins @elisherman and Dan McGowan to discuss the persistent issues surrounding sewage treatment in Woonsocket. Watch on the free WPRI 12+ TV app.

The former Coventry town councilor accused of violently threatening the council’s president last year is no longer facing charges, 12 News has learned. Details: https://www.wpri.com/news/local-news/west-bay/felony-charge-dropped-against-former-coventry-councilor/ 

Independent gubernatorial candidate Ken Block rolled out his “Cost of Living Relief Plan.” More on the set of 5 proposals he argues will help address voters’ complaints about affordability: https://www.wpri.com/news/elections/gov-candidate-ken-block-lays-out-5-point-plan-to-tackle-costs-fees-in-ri/ 

Being without its top offseason acquisition will certainly affect how the Patriots prepare for games, beginning with Sunday’s home opener against Pittsburgh. But coach Mike Vrabel doesn’t believe his team’s approach will change drastically: https://shorturl.at/iAtM5 (📸: AP)

Massachusetts Congressman Jake Auchincloss has co-introduced a bill that would prevent users under the age of 16 from creating social media accounts. Do you think this is a good idea? Let us know in the comments and vote in our poll: https://www.wpri.com/connect/

Rhode Island Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse spoke with @tednesi.bsky.social about the Kennedy Center's fate after allies of President Trump voted to close it. https://www.wpri.com/news/politics/fencing-goes-up-around-the-main-kennedy-center-building-after-trump-aligned-board-votes-to-close-it/ (📸: AP)

While many students learn about money at school, the most important lessons tend to happen at home. An investment advisor shares how parents can take charge of their child’s financial education. https://www.wpri.com/news/local-news/community-focus/community-focus-financial-advisor-jeff-massey-2/

On Wednesday, Macklemore announced he would donate $1 million from his net earnings from the tour to six organizations helping Palestinians and challenged Robert Kraft to match it. More: https://www.wpri.com/entertainment-news/macklemore-challenges-kraft-match-1m-palestinian-aid-donation/ (📸: AP)

The Providence Board of Canvassers has confirmed that about 70 poll workers called out the morning of last week’s primary election. More: https://www.wpri.com/news/local-news/providence/providence-had-70-poll-workers-call-out-on-morning-of-primary-election/

70 Providence poll workers called out for primary election

The Providence Board of Canvassers has confirmed that about 70 poll workers called out the morning of last week’s primary election.

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