“Fat dog” comment, vegan cheese at center of ethics commission trial
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Former Rhode Island Director of Administration Jim Thorsen testified Tuesday before the Rhode Island Ethics Commission as part of an ongoing case examining his alleged...
St. Joseph’s Day zeppole tradition draws crowds to RI bakeries
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — The St. Joseph’s Day zeppole Rhode Island tradition is once again bringing crowds to bakeries across the state as residents celebrate the annual...
North Smithfield teen missing since March 11. Police seeking public’s help.
NORTH SMITHFIELD, R.I. — North Smithfield police are asking for the public’s help in locating a 15-year-old girl who has not been seen...
McKee proposes plan to eliminate Rhode Island tax on Social Security benefits
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 several...
RI income tax reduction bill would phase in cuts over five years
PROVIDENCE, 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....
RI Senate chamber to be dedicated to Dominick Ruggerio
PROVIDENCE, 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...
Vintage Pet Rescue is hosting a 21st birthday fundraiser for Sprout
FOSTER, R.I. — A beloved rescue dog named Sprout is getting ready to celebrate a milestone birthday while helping other animals in need. Sprout,...
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 of one permanent capital, the state once operated with five different capitals,...
Antisemitic graffiti found at 3 East Greenwich schools, investigation launched
EAST GREENWICH, R.I. — Police and school officials are investigating after antisemitic graffiti was found at multiple schools in East Greenwich. According to Superintendent...
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RI ranked most stressed state in New England for 2026
A new national study is breaking down stress levels across the country, and Rhode Island is landing right in the middle of the...
