Knocking down that part of the bridge was paused on Tuesday by the R.I. Department of Transportation as the state preserves evidence for an ongoing legal battle.

Gov. Dan McKee Thursday made a statement for the first time since the Attorney General announced the demolition of the westbound side of the Washington Bridge was put on hold. The state is citing the need to preserve evidence of its failure.

Governor Dan McKee held another press conference about supporting small businesses impacted by the failure of the Washington Bridge — it was just one of more than a half a dozen press events on the subject.

As the case begins to take shape, Superior Court Judge Brian P. Stern could become a household name — especially if it goes to trial as opposed to being settled ahead of time.

Attorney General Peter Neronha said Friday the demolition work on the Washington Bridge will likely be able to resume in a matter of days, not weeks.