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Southern New Englands 2025: A Year of Tragedy and Resilience - The region faced heartbreaking losses, including a mass shooting at Brown University, a family murder-suicide, and a deadly fire at an assisted living facility. Legal battles added to the chaos, with the search for missing teenager Kylee Monteiro ending in tragedy. Beloved Judge Frank Caprio passed away, and political tensions rose over the Washington Bridge shutdown. Despite the pain, bright spots emerged, such as the arrival of pro soccer in Pawtucket and the opening of the South Coast Rail line to Boston. The regions spirit shone through, as seen in the Matunuck Oyster Bars rebuilding and a military K-nines reunion with its handler.

Sean Scanlon, a local EMS paramedic, is training for the Chicago Marathon to raise funds for the Tunnel to Towers Foundation, following the traumatic Gabriel House fire in Fall River. His running journey, initially a challenge from his mom, has become a mental and physical lifeline, helping him cope with the fires aftermath. The foundation, established after 9/11, honors firefighter Stephen Sillers heroism. Scanlon, despite his nerves, is determined to complete the marathon and support families of fallen first responders and military heroes.

Winter Weather Advisory issued for Rhode Island and southern New England, bringing 2-4 inches of snow and gusty winds. Expect slippery roads and potential travel disruptions. Providence to see snow between midnight and 5 AM tonight, with more showers on New Years Day. Temperatures drop to around 20 degrees by evening. After the advisory, Thursday night turns clear, with Friday and Saturday bringing mostly sunny skies and highs in the low 30s. A slight chance of snow returns Saturday night, but Sunday and Monday look mostly clear and sunny with highs in the low 30s and chilly nights down to 13 degrees. Stay safe and bundle up as we welcome the new year.

President Trump temporarily halts National Guard deployments in Chicago, Los Angeles, and Portland due to legal challenges. Despite earlier deployments, troops never patrolled the streets due to court orders. Trumps tough-on-crime push in Democrat-led cities remains a key strategy for his second term and the midterm elections. Legal fights have been ongoing, with deployments blocked in Portland and Los Angeles, and a similar order in Memphis also shot down by a judge. Trump is regrouping amid the court battles, with the possibility of a stronger military presence if crime surges again.

Rhode Island officials urge responsible New Years Eve celebrations, emphasizing the importance of designating a sober driver and avoiding impaired driving. Local businesses like Providences Track Fifteen offer alternatives, hosting early anti-midnight parties to keep roads safe. Plan smart and celebrate responsibly.

A Cranston, Rhode Island driver narrowly escapes a sinkhole disaster. Reaksmey Keokhaws SUV plunges into a massive sinkhole caused by a water main break, but shes rescued by police officers just in time. Despite shock and soreness, Keokhaw is grateful for the quick thinking and help from first responders. Mayor Hopkins visits her home, expressing concern and calling for an investigation into the pipe break.