Providence, RI news on Sunday, October 18, 2026

In Providence, RI on Sunday, October 18, 2026: Two stabbing incidents in Providence today; cool, clear Sunday. Also: Providence police responded to a reported stabbing and a shots-fired incident in an apartment building within hours early today; Two people were stabbed in an incident at a Providence cemetery yesterday. Weather: Mostly clear Sunday with temperatures between 40–59°F and light winds.

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Providence police responded to a reported stabbing and a shots-fired incident in an apartment building within hours early today.WJAR · Oct 18, 9:56 PM

Safety & emergencies

Two people were stabbed in an incident at a Providence cemetery yesterday.WPRI.com · Oct 18, 3:07 PM

Traffic & transport

A vehicle was towed after a crash on Route 6 in Providence on Saturday.WLNE-TV (ABC6) · Oct 18, 4:04 AM

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