NEWPORT, R.I. — A Social Security tax elimination plan proposed by Dan McKee would phase out the state tax on Social Security benefits over the next...
ByContributorMarch 18, 2026PROVIDENCE, R.I. — An income tax reduction bill introduced at the Rhode Island State House would gradually lower personal income tax rates over the next several...
ByContributorMarch 18, 2026PROVIDENCE, R.I. — The Senate chamber at the Rhode Island State House will be formally dedicated Thursday in honor of former Senate President Dominick Ruggerio. Ruggerio,...
ByContributorMarch 18, 2026FOSTER, R.I. — A beloved rescue dog named Sprout is getting ready to celebrate a milestone birthday while helping other animals in need....
ByContributorMarch 18, 2026PROVIDENCE, R.I. — An income tax reduction bill introduced at the Rhode Island State House would gradually lower personal income tax rates over the next several years....
ByContributorMarch 18, 2026PROVIDENCE, R.I. — The Senate chamber at the Rhode Island State House will be formally dedicated Thursday in honor of former Senate President Dominick Ruggerio. Ruggerio, who...
ByContributorMarch 18, 2026FOSTER, R.I. — A beloved rescue dog named Sprout is getting ready to celebrate a milestone birthday while helping other animals in need. Sprout,...
ByContributorMarch 18, 2026Rhode Island’s early government was unlike any other in the country. Instead of one permanent capital, the state once operated with five different capitals,...
ByContributorMarch 18, 2026IN RHODE ISLAND
WARWICK, R.I. — The Rhode Island Department of Transportation’s (RIDOT) Highway and Maintenance Division has undergone multiple significant expansions in its organizational structure...
ByContributorMarch 17, 2026PROVIDENCE, R.I. — The Rhode Island Department of Transportation has sharply reduced its efforts to recover money for damage to state property in recent years, leaving...
ByContributorMarch 17, 2026PROVIDENCE, R.I. — The Rhode Island Department of Transportation is facing a backlog of more than 400 pothole damage claims that remain unresolved or are still...
ByContributorMarch 17, 2026PAWTUCKET, R.I. — A stabbing in Pawtucket prompted a large police response Monday after a teenager was found injured at the scene. Officers responding...
ByContributorMarch 17, 2026CRANSTON, R.I. — A teacher’s assistant is facing a misdemeanor charge for cocaine possession after a small bag containing the drug was discovered...
ByContributorMarch 16, 2026PAWTUCKET, R.I. — A large presence of police officers are currently near Shea High School. At least one person was reported injured, though...
ByContributorMarch 16, 2026PROVIDENCE, R.I. — A utility profit cap bill introduced at the Rhode Island State House aims to limit how much electric and gas utilities can earn from...
ByContributorMarch 16, 2026PROVIDENCE, R.I. — A parking ticket scam is circulating after fake notices are being texted to residents. The document claims to be from...
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Our tribute to Rhode Island’s rich history, hidden gems, and unforgettable stories.
From iconic landmarks to beloved traditions, explore the people, places, and moments that helped shape the Ocean State.
Rhode Island’s early government was unlike any other in the country. Instead...
ByContributorMarch 18, 2026The Blizzard of ’78 remains one of the most destructive winter storms...
ByContributorFebruary 7, 2026CRANSTON, R.I. — On this day in 1890, Narragansett Brewing Company officially...
ByContributorDecember 29, 2025WARWICK, R.I. — A beloved piece of Rhode Island’s past is making...
ByContributorNovember 12, 2025NEWPORT, R.I. — Today marks the anniversary of one of Newport’s most infamous...
ByContributorOctober 7, 2025CINCINNATI, O.H. — A Benny’s beloved sign has officially found its new...
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