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Team Ghana arrives in Rhode Island ahead of World Cup

WARWICK, R.I. — World Cup excitement has arrived in Rhode Island as the Ghana National Football Team officially touched down Thursday evening...

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Rhode Island approves millionaire tax as part of $15.2B budget

Rhode Island’s wealthiest residents will soon face higher state income taxes after Governor Dan McKee signed the state’s record $15.2 billion fiscal...

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From Johnston to the Las Vegas Strip: How Mat Franco Built a Magic Empire

There is a moment in Mat Franco’s origin story that tells you everything you need to know about him. He was four...

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Cumberland police investigating suspicious death of student

CUMBERLAND, R.I. — Cumberland police are investigating the death of an 18-year-old woman after she was found unresponsive inside her home over...

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Rhode Island approves millionaire tax as part of $15.2B budget

Rhode Island’s wealthiest residents will soon face higher state income taxes after Governor Dan McKee signed the state’s record $15.2 billion fiscal year...

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From Johnston to the Las Vegas Strip: How Mat Franco Built a Magic Empire

There is a moment in Mat Franco’s origin story that tells you everything you need to know about him. He was four years...

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Cumberland police investigating suspicious death of student

CUMBERLAND, R.I. — Cumberland police are investigating the death of an 18-year-old woman after she was found unresponsive inside her home over the...

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Rare corpse flower to bloom at URI for first time in 13 years

KINGSTON, R.I. — One of the world’s most unusual and fascinating plants is preparing to bloom right here in Rhode Island. The University...

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Crook Point Bridge preservation bill heads to McKee’s desk

PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Legislation aimed at the preservation of the historic Crook Point Bridge is headed to Gov. Dan McKee’s desk after winning...

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Rhode Island pizzeria Pasquale’s ranked among top 15 in U.S.

WAKEFIELD, R.I. — Pasquale’s Pizzeria Napoletana, a Rhode Island favorite, has been ranked among the top 15 pizzerias in the United States for...

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Pete Buttigieg endorses Sabina Matos for Lt. Governor

PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Former U.S. Transportation Secretary and presidential candidate Pete Buttigieg endorses Rhode Island Lt. Gov. Sabina Matos in her bid for...

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Rhode Island ranks among worst state economies in 2026 study

Rhode Island ranked 47th out of all 50 states and Washington, D.C., in WalletHub’s 2026 Best & Worst State Economies report, placing the...

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Barrington Christian Academy coach charged after alleged misconduct with student

BARRINGTON, R.I. — A Barrington Christian Academy coach and staff member is facing criminal charges following an investigation into alleged inappropriate conduct involving...

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RISP child sex trafficking investigation leads to 8 arrests

PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Rhode Island State Police announced Monday that a child sex trafficking investigation involving the alleged exploitation of a 14-year-old resulted...

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Synthetic opioid 10x stronger than fentanyl detected in Rhode Island

PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Rhode Island health officials are warning residents after a powerful synthetic opioid, believed to be 10 times stronger than fentanyl,...

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NASA: Meteor that shook Rhode Island was equivalent to about 300 tons of TNT

According to NASA, the meteor explosion north of Boston was caused by a space rock traveling about 75,000 mph. The meteor released energy...

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    Why Rhode Island had five state capitals and how it shaped the state’s history

    Rhode Island’s early government was unlike any other in the country. Instead...

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    The Blizzard of ’78, 48 years later

    The Blizzard of ’78 remains one of the most destructive winter storms...

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    On this day in 1890: Narragansett Brewing Company opens

    CRANSTON, R.I. — On this day in 1890, Narragansett Brewing Company officially...

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    Rocky Point Chowder House coming to Warwick Mall

    WARWICK, R.I. — A beloved piece of Rhode Island’s past is making...

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    Doris Duke’s Newport tragedy: 59 years later, mystery around Eduardo Tirella’s death endures

    NEWPORT, R.I. — Today marks the anniversary of one of Newport’s most infamous...

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    An original Benny’s sign arrives at American Sign Museum

    CINCINNATI, O.H. — A Benny’s beloved sign has officially found its new...