Investigators believe the shooting at an ice rink in Rhode Island on Monday stemmed from a family dispute that resulted in a horrific murder-suicide. The tragedy occurred Monday afternoon during a youth hockey game at Lynch Arena in Pawtucket. DEVELOPING: Multiple Fatalities After Shooting At Ice Rink “It appears that this was a targeted event, that it may be a family dispute,” Pawtucket Police Chief Tina Goncalves told reporters, according to the Associated Press. Two victims were killed and the suspect was deceased. Three other people were shot and hospitalized in critical condition. BREAKING: Three people killed, including the suspect, and three others hospitalized after a shooting at a Rhode Island hockey rink, police say. https://t.co/khEnCSbGZa — The Associated Press (@AP) February 16, 2026 Fox News explained further: A source with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) told Fox News that the shooting stemmed from a domestic violence incident and turned into a murder-suicide. The source said the gunman killed his wife and shot two of his kids before turning the gun on himself. He shot his third child - who is currently hospitalized, the source said. Pawtucket Police Chief Tina Goncalves said at least one of the people killed was a woman, while the suspect was male, and the incident appeared to be "a family dispute." The second victim killed died of their injuries at the hospital. The names of the victims and gunman have not been released, as well as the conditions of those who were hospitalized. Watch the moment gunfire erupted in the arena below: #BREAKING: Watch as New video shows the moment sh0ts were fired inside the Dennis M. Lynch Arena ice rink in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, during a high school hockey game, killing a young girl and injuring four others. The suspected shooter was also found dead at the scene. pic.twitter.com/nMVGSZJG0q — R A W S A L E R T S (@rawsalerts) February 16, 2026 "The shooter is the father of a No Providence High senior, @TimWhiteRI and I have confirmed. The dead are the student's mother and sister; 3 other members of family are hospitalized after also being shot," WPRI reporter Ted Nesi said. UPDATE: The shooter is the father of a No Providence High senior, @TimWhiteRI and I have confirmed. The dead are the student's mother and sister; 3 other members of family are hospitalized after also being shot. (Correcting a misphrasing in prior tweet) https://t.co/yA39Fs6c7e — Ted Nesi (@TedNesi) February 16, 2026 WPRI confirmed: The father of a North Providence High School senior shot five members of the student’s family at a hockey game Monday, killing two and injuring three others before killing himself, Target 12 has confirmed. The student’s mother was killed at the rink, while a sibling died at the hospital, according to multiple sources with direct knowledge of the incident. The three other family members were in critical condition at Rhode Island Hospital as of late Monday afternoon, a spokesperson for Brown Health confirmed. No names have been released so far. The attack took place at Lynch Arena in Pawtucket, an indoor skating rank, around 2:30 p.m. The “Senior Night” game being played pitted the Coventry-Johnston co-op team against the four institutions that are part of the BVS team: St. Raphael Academy, Providence Country Day School, and the public school districts of North Providence and North Smithfield. Watch video coverage below:

Thomas J. Pritzker, the cousin of Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker, announced on Monday that he will retire as executive chairman of Hyatt Hotels after his association with Jeffrey Epstein was disclosed in the Justice Department’s latest file release. “I have been a proud member of the Hyatt family since the beginning of Hyatt. As I said in my letter to the Board, it has been both an honor and one of the great experiences of my life to have contributed to Hyatt’s growth,” Pritzker said in a release. “Hyatt is well positioned for the future, and I have great confidence in Mark, our leadership team, and the Board as they continue to build on our strong foundation,” he added. “The Board has appointed Mark S. Hoplamazian, Hyatt’s President and Chief Executive Officer, to succeed Mr. Pritzker as Chairman of the Board, effective immediately,” the release stated. Pritzker said he regretted his relationship with Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell. NEW – Hyatt Hotels billionaire Executive Chairman Tom Pritzker resigns, citing association with Epstein — Bloomberg pic.twitter.com/3nWoZmTz5O — Disclose.tv (@disclosetv) February 16, 2026 CNBC has more: Recently released files show Pritzker and Epstein exchanged friendly emails after the disgraced financier’s 2008 plea deal. Being part of the release of thousands of documents and photos does not imply any wrongdoing. “I exercised terrible judgment in maintaining contact with them, and there is no excuse for failing to distance myself sooner,” Pritzker said in the statement. “I condemn the actions and the harm caused by Epstein and Maxwell and I feel deep sorrow for the pain they inflicted on their victims.” Following his retirement, Pritzker said he would focus attention on a science foundation he began. Pritzker’s announcement marks the latest in a series of high-profile resignations as more details about Epstein’s dealings become public. Former Goldman Sachs Legal Chief Kathryn Ruemmler and Paul Weiss Chair Brad Karp were both among the latest business leaders to step down from their positions. Both Ruemmler and Karp and have said they regret their connections to Epstein and that coverage of their ties were creating distractions for the companies they represented. Pritzker will not stand for re-election with the company’s board. “Mr. Pritzker has served as a member of Hyatt’s Board and as Executive Chairman since August 2004 and began his senior executive and Chairman responsibilities for predecessor entities starting in 1980. During his tenure, he has provided strategic stewardship as Hyatt expanded its global brand presence, strengthened its asset-light business model, and delivered long-term value for stockholders,” the release stated. Forbes shared further: Pritzker has been linked to Epstein several times in the last few years. Documents released by the Department of Justice show Pritzker and Epstein were longtime friends dating back to at least 2010, two years after Epstein pled guilty to charges that he had solicited a minor. Pritzker’s name appears in partially redacted versions of Epstein’s “little black book” released by the DOJ. He’s included on the passenger list for a 2000 flight from London with Epstein and his associate Maxwell after allegedly spending a weekend with them and Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, who was exiled from Britain’s royal family over his Epstein ties. Pritzker was also named in a deposition in 2016 by prominent Epstein accuser Virginia Giuffre. She testified that Pritzker was one of the men she’d been sexually trafficked for and said they’d had sex once. Spokespeople for Pritzker have repeatedly said he “vehemently denies” Giuffre’s allegations. He has never been charged in connection with his relationship to Epstein.

President Trump criticized local Democrat leaders, especially Maryland Gov. Wes Moore, for the mismanagement of a “massive ecological disaster” unfolding in the Potomac River. Trump said the federal government would have “no choice” but to step in. “There is a massive Ecological Disaster unfolding in the Potomac River as a result of the Gross Mismanagement of Local Democrat Leaders, particularly, Governor Wes Moore, of Maryland. A sewer line breach in Maryland has caused millions of gallons of raw sewage to be dumped directly into the Potomac River, a result of incompetent Local and State Management of Essential Waste Management Systems,” Trump explained. “This is the same Governor who cannot rebuild a Bridge. It is clear Local Authorities cannot adequately handle this calamity. Therefore, I am directing Federal Authorities to immediately provide all necessary Management, Direction, and Coordination to protect the Potomac, the Water Supply in the Capital Region, and our treasured National Resources in our Nation’s Capital City,” he continued. “While State and Local Authorities have failed to request needed Emergency Help, I cannot allow incompetent Local ‘Leadership’ to turn the River in the Heart of Washington into a Disaster Zone. As we saw in the Palisades, the Democrat War on Merit has real consequences. The Federal Government has no choice, but to step in. FEMA, which is currently being defunded by the Democrats, will play a key role in coordinating the response,” he added. Full post below: WJLA has more: The University of Maryland’s School of Public Health called the incident “one of the largest sewage spills in U.S. history.” In a news release, the school said it detected fecal-related bacteria and pathogens in water testing after the spill, “raising urgent public health concerns and underscoring the risks posed by aging sewer infrastructure.” E. Coli levels were found to be almost 2,000 times higher than safe standards, according to a DC Water test. However, a test conducted by the University of Maryland levels up to 10,000 times higher in the days immediately after the collapse. Health and environmental officials from Prince George’s and Montgomery counties, D.C., and Virginia have officially released advisories for people and pets to avoid the river. Right now, DC Water is working on an interim fix, which is expected to take four to six weeks to complete, according to spokesperson John Lisle. A nine-month project mentioned by officials is part of a larger “slip-lining program” to update the old infrastructure. “After reporting ecoli rate at sewage spill in Potomac River was going down, @dcwater now admits they released very incorrect data. It’s actually 100 times higher than they reported,” NBC 4 Washington reporter Mark Segraves said last week. After reporting ecoli rate at sewage spill in Potomac River was going down, @dcwater now admits they released very incorrect data. It’s actually 100 times higher than they reported. DC Water Reporting Error Reported: 2,420 MPN/100mL Actual : 242,000 MPN/100mL @nbcwashington pic.twitter.com/7vI4HE4Wwa — Mark Segraves (@SegravesNBC4) February 10, 2026 “Almost 4 weeks after sewage spill put hundreds of millions of gallons of raw sewage into Potomac River, DC issues its strongest warning,” he added. Almost 4 weeks after sewage spill put hundreds of millions of gallons of raw sewage into Potomac River, DC issues its strongest warning. “Residents and pets should not touch the Potomac River, or engage in any Potomac recreational activities including fishing”@nbcwashington pic.twitter.com/gxuuaRAA2k — Mark Segraves (@SegravesNBC4) February 12, 2026 “The failure in a section of a 72-inch sewer pipe in MD, has release of close to a billion gallons of raw sewage into the Potomac river just inside the Beltway,” NOVA Campaigns wrote. “It’s now considered the LARGEST spill of wastewater in U.S. history. MD & VA Dems haven’t said a word,” it added. The failure in a section of a 72-inch sewer pipe in MD, has release of close to a billion gallons of raw sewage into the Potomac river just inside the Beltway It’s now considered the LARGEST spill of wastewater in U.S. history MD & VA Dems haven’t said a word. https://t.co/2WKcgDMUWi pic.twitter.com/xZME5lBira — NOVA Campaigns (@NoVA_Campaigns) February 12, 2026 “Where is the liberal environmental outrage?” The Washington Times questioned. Opinion | Potomac River sewage dump: Where is the liberal environmental outrage? @WashTimesOpEdhttps://t.co/45fJhsVfT8 pic.twitter.com/04BLfaCLd1 — The Washington Times (@WashTimes) February 16, 2026 Watch additional coverage below: BREAKING One of the largest sewage spills in U.S. history is unfolding right now in the Potomac River just northwest of Washington, DC. More than 200 million gallons of raw sewage have been discharged in the past five days. Crews are scrambling as the snowstorm approaches. pic.twitter.com/OREJ8sc0CK — Champagne Joshi (@JoshWalkos) January 23, 2026 The Hill noted: DC Water, the local utility company in charge of the response to the spillage, estimated Feb. 6 that roughly 243 million gallons of wastewater had overflowed from the collapse site since the initial rupture Jan. 19. Local and state health officials have maintained there is no evidence the spillage has impacted drinking water quality, but they have urged people to avoid contact with the Potomac — including fishing, tubing, kayaking and other recreational activities.

Ready to claim your Trump Accounts? It’s go time! For months, President Trump has been talking about the upcoming “Trump Accounts” for the future of American children — accounts that grow over time invested in the U.S. stock market and have all the advantages of a traditional IRA. In fact, it’s far better than an IRA because the benefits you can receive of compounding so early on in life will be massive! And the process to apply and claim your accounts for your children is now live today! On this President’s Day – if you have a child under 18, take 2 mins to claim their life long investment account! The Invest America Act – every child forevermore a direct shareholder in the grt companies of America! https://t.co/VLEwhKfXAw pic.twitter.com/3jcgrimIlM — Brad Gerstner (@altcap) February 16, 2026 Here is the official Government link to sign up:  https://trumpaccounts.gov/ Go grab them and tell your friends!

At least two people are dead after a shooting at an indoor ice skating rink in Rhode Island on Monday. The incident occurred during a hockey game at Lynch Arena in Pawtucket. The exact number of people shot and their conditions are unknown, but four people are reportedly hospitalized. BREAKING Shooting at the Dennis M. Lynch ice skating rink in Pawtucket, Rhode Island. – Officials say two people are dead, including the suspected shooter– Gov. Dan McKee says he's monitoring the situation– The shooting reportedly occurred during a hockey game pic.twitter.com/lBTar0xT7b — Stephanie Myers (@_StephanieMyers) February 16, 2026 WPRI has more: The deceased suspect was a man, who has not been identified at this time. The condition of the people in the hospital was unknown as of 4 p.m. One student leaving the rink told 12 News he recalled hearing several “bangs” — possibly seven, though he wasn’t sure the precise number — and then people began to run for the exits as they realized they were hearing gunshots. An employee of a nearby Walgreens told Target 12 that people came into the pharmacy panicking, saying there had been a shooting. The employee said they called 911 and closed the store. The shooting triggered a massive police response, as law enforcement vehicles surrounded the arena. Shortly after the shooting, a large crowd of hockey players were seen standing outside the arena, some still in their socks after removing their ice skates, before they were taken away. A game between Coventry and Blackstone Valley Schools had been scheduled for that time. Footage showed the moment gunfire erupted in the arena: WATCH: Video shows moment gunfire erupts at ice rink in Pawtucket, Rhode Island; multiple victims reported pic.twitter.com/ow9iqZpQAB — BNO News (@BNONews) February 16, 2026 “We are actively monitoring the shooting at Dennis M. Lynch Arena in Pawtucket. I just spoke with Mayor Grebien as well as @RIStatePolice who are working with local law enforcement. I am praying for Pawtucket and everyone involved,” Rhode Island Gov. Dan McKee said. We are actively monitoring the shooting at Dennis M. Lynch Arena in Pawtucket. I just spoke with Mayor Grebien as well as @RIStatePolice who are working with local law enforcement. I am praying for Pawtucket and everyone involved. — Governor Dan McKee (@GovDanMcKee) February 16, 2026 WCVB shared further: The Coventry Public Schools district released a statement confirming that the members of its boys hockey team were present at the arena. “All students from the Coventry Boys Hockey team who were present at an incident at Lynch Arena in Pawtucket have been accounted for and are safe,” schools superintendent Dan Cowart said. “A Coventry police officer is on scene with the students, and school staff remain with the team as reunification is coordinated.” Students in many school districts in the area are currently on February break. A Walgreens on Broad Street near the arena was placed on lockdown with all retail and pharmacy operations suspended in the wake of the shooting, the company said in a statement.