Politics
Stay engaged with Rhode Island’s political landscape. We cover local elections, policy changes, and government updates that impact our communities.
T.F. Green not on FAA list for flight cuts amid government shutdown, so far
WARWICK, R.I. — The ongoing U.S. federal government shutdown has begun to take a noticeable toll on air travel. The Federal Aviation Administration...
2025 Rhode Island election results
The 2025 Rhode Island election results: Early results show that Jill Davidson has won the Democratic nomination for the Ward 2 Providence City Council special election, earning strong...
Roger Williams and Fatima Hospitals may close by the end of 2025
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — The financially troubled owner of Roger Williams Medical Center and Our Lady of Fatima Hospital has asked a bankruptcy court...
Rhode Island officials reviewing Smithfield Public Schools antisemitic hazing incident handling
SMITHFIELD, R.I. — Governor Dan McKee said Wednesday that state officials are reviewing Smithfield Public Schools’ response to an antisemitic hazing incident that has...
RI ACLU sues Gov. McKee over protest restrictions at State House
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — The ACLU of Rhode Island has filed a lawsuit against Governor Dan McKee, alleging his office directed state and Capitol Police...
Another RIDOT blunder leads to a contractor and RIDOT being sued
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — A Providence family suing the Rhode Island Department of Transportation returns to court tomorrow for mediation. What started as a...
Gov. McKee declares state of emergency as Rhode Island prepares for SNAP benefits freeze
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Governor Dan McKee announced Tuesday that he will declare a state of emergency to support those who receive federal food...
‘No Kings’ rally held at Rhode Island State House as part of nationwide demonstrations
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Thousands gathered outside the Rhode Island State House on Saturday afternoon for the ‘No Kings’ rally, part of a series...
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Meet our Dog of the Week, Josie
Meet our Dog of the Week, Josie! Josie is an extraordinary little survivor looking for her forever home. Josie is an 8 year...
