Is an income tax hike in RI's future? Here's what lawmakers told state's business leaders
House Speaker K. Joseph Shekarchi told a Chamber of Commerce audience that much depends on whether Congress slashes Medicaid and Medicare spending.
United Way of RI expands support for nonprofits with federal funds uncertain
United Way of Rhode Island is doubling down on its efforts to support local nonprofit organizations worried about the ...
Celebrities who went to college in RI: Some may surprise you. See list of famous graduates
It's no secret that Rhode Island is home to some of the world's most prestigious colleges, from Brown University to the Rhode ...
Rhode Island native nominated to be assistant secretary of defense
The nomination for Michael Cadenazzi was made on Monday and was referred to the U.S. Senate’s Committee on Armed Services.
This coastal RI town is one of the best places to retire in luxury, according to realtor.com
In addition to Jamestown's coastal beauty and various beaches, Realtor.com praises the town's many attractions for retired ...
Gun sales help fund land conservation. Would a RI assault weapons ban hurt that money?
It's unlikely Rhode Island will see much impact to conservation funds tied to gun taxes if an assault weapons ban passes in ...
Seven women, some from RI, may be called to testify against Nick Alahverdian in Utah. Here's why.
Alahverdian, who is charged under the name Nicholas Rossi, admitted to faking his death to escape threats from unnamed RI ...
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Special Olympics RI celebrates RISP Corporal with the Elwood Johnson Outstanding Service award
RISP Corporal Kyle Shibley received the award which honors law enforcement in Rhode Island who show "outstanding dedication" ...
Uxbridge man ID’d as person found under tree on RI hiking trail
An Uxbridge man was identified as a man who was found under a tree branch on a Rhode Island hiking trail and later died, WPRI reported.
Is Rhode Island ready for the next pandemic? Why you should be optimistic
The pandemic served as a boot camp for Rhode Island public health officials and infectious diseases doctors, preparing them for future health crises ...