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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...
URI medical school proposal passes Rhode Island Senate
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — The Rhode Island Senate passed legislation that would create a medical school at the University of Rhode Island (URI) as...
Rhode Island House passes clergy sex abuse bills following AG report
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — The Rhode Island House has approved a package of bills aimed at strengthening accountability for childhood sexual abuse, including several measures...
Rhode Island House passes bill to protect pets in domestic abuse cases
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — The Rhode Island House has approved legislation aimed at protecting household pets in domestic abuse cases. The bill (2026-H 7133A), introduced...
Bill would require clearer, visual breakdowns on Rhode Island electric bills
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — A new proposal at the State House aims to make electric bills easier to understand by requiring a clear visual breakdown...
R.I. bill would require insurance coverage for scalp cooling therapy
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — A new bill introduced at the State House would require health insurers in Rhode Island to cover scalp cooling therapy, a...
Bill would provide free school meals to all Rhode Island students
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — A new proposal would guarantee free breakfast and lunch for every public school student in Rhode Island, regardless of income....
Bill would allow bars in Rhode Island to stay open 24/7 during 2026 World Cup
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Bars and restaurants across Rhode Island could stay open around the clock during the 2026 FIFA World Cup under a proposal...
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Rhode Island native Joe Mazzulla named NBA Coach of the Year
BOSTON, M.A. — Joe Mazzulla has been named NBA Coach of the Year after leading the Boston Celtics through another successful regular season....
