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DUI charge dismissed against Cranston Democratic chair Maria Bucci
CRANSTON, R.I. — The DUI charge against Maria Bucci, chair of the Cranston Democratic Committee and a former mayoral candidate, has been dismissed,...
Former U.S. Rep. Cicilline makes over $840k at non-profit Rhode Island Foundation
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Former U.S. Congressman David Cicilline saw his total compensation at the Rhode Island Foundation rise to $840,042, according to the...
Rhode Island offshore wind project paused over security concerns
WASHINGTON, D.C. —The Trump administration released a statement Monday morning, December 22, announcing an immediate pause on several major offshore wind projects along...
Washington Bridge shutdown 2 years ago
Happy 2-Year Anniversary to the Washington Bridge closure. Because nothing says Rhode Island like a “temporary” shutdown that becomes a historical landmark. On...
State to oversee 2026 Rhode Island homeless census
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Rhode Island officials will take a direct role in this year’s statewide Point in Time Count of people experiencing homelessness. For the...
Trump administration sues RI SOS Amore over voter records
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Trump administration has filed a federal lawsuit against Rhode Island Secretary of State Gregg Amore, accusing him of unlawfully...
Third Washington Bridge oversight hearing to take place Thursday
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — The third oversight hearing since the westbound Washington Bridge was abruptly closed will be held Thursday afternoon. This session will...
Providence Community-Police Relations Act strengthened by new amendments
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — The Providence City Council has unanimously approved a series of amendments to the immigration sections of the Community-Police Relations Act (CPRA). The changes...
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Tiverton man accused of attacking woman, threatening neighbor with crossbow
TIVERTON, R.I. — A Tiverton man is facing multiple felony charges after police say he assaulted a woman inside a home and later confronted...
