‘Dedicated people’: South County Star founders aim to expand RI coverage
The South County Star focuses on covering communities throughout southern Rhode Island and southeastern Connecticut. Nancy Burns-Fusaro, sometimes referred to as the “dean” of the Westerly shoreline, will focus much of her reporting on the arts and lifestyle, which she said are flourishing in South…
Special: Nicholas Alahverdian saga told by reporters who covered him for years
Nicholas Alahverdian, who grew up in Rhode Island, famously faked his own death in 2020 before going on the run while wanted for rape in Utah. Authorities eventually tracked him down at a hospital in Scotland, where he had been living under the alias Arthur Knight.
“It wasn’t the law that caught h…
'A gift': Aniekan Okon reflects on covering FIFA World Cup in Providence
What's it like to cover a global tournament through a local lens?
12 News sports anchor Aniekan Okon joined this week's episode of "Behind the Story" to discuss his experience covering the FIFA World Cup, with international matches hosted at Gillette Stadium, which has been dubbed "Boston Stadium"…
‘See justice done’: Chris Gavin discusses capture of RI Most Wanted fugitive
Christopher Gavin, a reporter with the Globe’s Rhode Island bureau, has been covering the arrest of 70-year-old Ronald Fischer, who was on the run for more than 20 years. Fischer was found aboard a sailboat off the coast of New Jersey after disappearing just before a jury found him guilty of sexual…
‘You must love food’: Gail Ciampa discusses covering the Rhode Island food scene
Gail Ciampa, who covers food and dining, has spent years reporting on the restaurant industry, becoming one of the state’s most prominent voices on culinary news.
But that’s not how her career at the newspaper began.
“The day I arrived I was a fashion editor, of all things, which was one of my le…
Moderating debates with Tim White and Ted Nesi
The duo has moderated dozens of debates over the years, including Tuesday’s debate between the Democratic candidates for Rhode Island attorney general.
White and Nesi discussed how they prepare for different types of debates and how that process can vary depending on candidates’ participation and …
‘It’s a privacy concern’: Anastasia E. Lennon discusses Flock cameras in New Bedford
Anastasia E. Lennon, who covers New Bedford, broke the news that Officer Emily Pacheco was placed on leave after an ex-girlfriend accused her of using the automatic license plate reader technology to track her movements.
Her reporting prompted the city to suspend its Flock program pending further …
Behind the Story breaks down the 2026 RI primary election results
The “Behind the Story” crew gets together to break down the results, the biggest takeaways and what comes next for the candidates who emerged on top.
“Behind the Story” is hosted by Eli Sherman, Kim Kalunian and Dan McGowan.
‘Sludge’: Nancy Lavin discusses ongoing sewage treatment issues in Woonsocket
Nancy Lavin has been tracking the issue for months and most recently reported on the city’s contract with a new company to operate its wastewater treatment facility.
Meanwhile, the city is still trying to figure out what to do with its sludge incinerator, which has long been a source of controversy…
‘Looking for answers’: Colin Hogan discusses the strife at the Providence School Board
Hogan, who recently started covering the capital city, attended a board meeting last week that erupted into chaos. Multiple members called for the school board president to step down, while residents aired their frustrations about the dysfunction.
“This is not how school board meetings normally go,…
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