Bettors will soon be able to play blackjack, roulette and craps at the Twin River Casino as Rhode Island moves to get a head start on neighboring Massachusetts.
Bettors will soon be able to play blackjack, roulette and craps at the Twin River Casino as Rhode Island moves to get a head start on neighboring Massachusetts.
Rhode Island health officials have reopened City Park Beach in Warwick to swimming after bacteria counts returned to acceptable levels.
Rhode Island health officials have reopened City Park Beach in Warwick to swimming after bacteria counts returned to acceptable levels.
A Providence councilman wants a city review of how a vocational school could have violated the civil rights of the developmentally disabled for years by unnecessarily segregating them in a "sheltered workshop" where...
A Providence councilman wants a city review of how a vocational school could have violated the civil rights of the developmentally disabled for years by unnecessarily segregating them in a "sheltered workshop" where they...
The Rhode Island Supreme Court has upheld the murder conviction of a man who killed a Warwick man during a 2007 home invasion while he was out on parole after decades of incarceration on another murder conviction.
The Rhode Island Supreme Court has upheld the murder conviction of a man who killed a Warwick man during a 2007 home invasion while he was out on parole after decades of incarceration on another murder conviction.
The Red Sox are hosting the Rays in a day-night doubleheader. Alfredo Aceves is on the mound for Boston in this afternoon's first game, while Felix Doubront is set to start the second game, with the first...
BOSTON (AP) - The Red Sox are hosting the Rays in a day-night doubleheader. Alfredo Aceves is on the mound for Boston in this afternoon's first game, while Felix Doubront is set to start the second game, with the first...
The Rhode Island Supreme Court has upheld the murder conviction of a man who killed a Warwick man during a 2007 home invasion while he was out on parole after decades of incarceration on another murder conviction.
The Rhode Island Supreme Court has upheld the murder conviction of a man who killed a Warwick man during a 2007 home invasion while he was out on parole after decades of incarceration on another murder conviction.
A Hopkinton man has pleaded guilty to second-degree murder in a plea deal reached with prosecutors on the first day of jury selection in his trial.
A Hopkinton man has pleaded guilty to second-degree murder in a plea deal reached with prosecutors on the first day of jury selection in his trial.
Gov. Lincoln Chafee says a rating agency's move to review Rhode Island's credit rating shows there will be consequences if the state refuses to pay back bonds issued for a $75 million loan guarantee granted...
Gov. Lincoln Chafee says a rating agency's move to review Rhode Island's credit rating shows there will be consequences if the state refuses to pay back bonds issued for a $75 million loan guarantee granted to the...
Rhode Island has announced plans to transition to alternative fuels in state vehicles, with up to 50 charging stations to be built in the next three months. Gov. Lincoln Chafee (CHAY-fee) announced today...
BRISTOL, R.I. (AP) - Rhode Island has announced plans to transition to alternative fuels in state vehicles, with up to 50 charging stations to be built in the next three months. Gov. Lincoln Chafee (CHAY-fee) announced today...
Fire officials say there were no injuries when workers accidentally started a fire while installing a new roof at Rhode Island College's athletic center in Providence.
Fire officials say there were no injuries when workers accidentally started a fire while installing a new roof at Rhode Island College's athletic center in Providence.
The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority has approved a reorganization plan that eliminates service in low ridership areas while increasing it in areas where public transit is well-used.
The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority has approved a reorganization plan that eliminates service in low ridership areas while increasing it in areas where public transit is well-used.
The state House Finance Committee takes up the $8.2 billion state budget proposal today. The spending plan includes a $2.5 million debt payment for the state's failed investment in Curt Schilling's failed 38 Studios,...
A New Bedford mom says she and her 5-year-old developmentally disabled daughter were thrown out of a Providence, R.I., theater during a performance of "Beauty and the Beast" because the little girl was making...
A New Bedford mom says she and her 5-year-old developmentally disabled daughter were thrown out of a Providence, R.I., theater during a performance of "Beauty and the Beast" because the little girl was making giggling and...
A Brown University spokesman says a Virginia antiques collector has turned over a Civil War-era sword that was stolen from the Providence school in the 1970s.
A Brown University spokesman says a Virginia antiques collector has turned over a Civil War-era sword that was stolen from the Providence school in the 1970s.
An $8.2 billion state budget proposal is facing its first major test in the Rhode Island General Assembly, and school funding, business tax cuts and a proposal to default on debt relating to 38 Studios could be...
An $8.2 billion state budget proposal is facing its first major test in the Rhode Island General Assembly, and school funding, business tax cuts and a proposal to default on debt relating to 38 Studios could be riding on the...
Rhode Island is set to announce its plans to build a network of electric vehicle charging stations around the state.
Rhode Island is set to announce its plans to build a network of electric vehicle charging stations around the state.
The Boston Bruins have beaten the Chicago Blackhawks 2-0 to take a 2-1 lead in the Stanley Cup finals. Daniel Paille and Patrice Bergeron scored in the second period and Tuukka Rask posted his third shutout of the playoffs...
Rhode Island's governor is calling on the state to "honor our obligations" and pay back the 38 Studios bonds after a rating agency downgraded the bonds, noting uncertainty over whether the legislature will honor...
Rhode Island's governor is calling on the state to "honor our obligations" and pay back the 38 Studios bonds after a rating agency downgraded the bonds, noting uncertainty over whether the legislature will honor the debt.
A newly renovated six-unit building where homeless veterans with mental health and substance abuse problems can live and get support services has been dedicated in Providence.
A newly renovated six-unit building where homeless veterans with mental health and substance abuse problems can live and get support services has been dedicated in Providence.
Rhode Island's House Speaker is cancelling a planned trip to Morocco as the state's legislative session wears on.
Rhode Island's House Speaker is cancelling a planned trip to Morocco as the state's legislative session wears on.
A Rhode Island pharmacist and former state senator has had his license revoked after an infant and a baby who got medicine from his pharmacy were mistakenly given morphine.
A Rhode Island pharmacist and former state senator has had his license revoked after an infant and a baby who got medicine from his pharmacy were mistakenly given morphine.
Providence Mayor Angel Taveras (tuh-VEHR'-us) is calling the deadly shooting of a 12-year-old girl a terrible event that shouldn't happen anywhere.
Money for schools, business tax cuts and a proposal to default on debt relating to 38 Studios are all under consideration as Rhode Island lawmakers mull an $8.2 billion budget proposal.
Money for schools, business tax cuts and a proposal to default on debt relating to 38 Studios are all under consideration as Rhode Island lawmakers mull an $8.2 billion budget proposal.
Police say a 45-year-old Providence woman and her 20-year-old son were shot at while driving in Providence.
Police say a 45-year-old Providence woman and her 20-year-old son were shot at while driving in Providence.
Authorities say two people are dead in Swansea in an apparent murder-suicide sparked by a dispute over money.
Authorities say two people are dead in Swansea in an apparent murder-suicide sparked by a dispute over money.
Providence Mayor Angel Taveras (tuh-VEHR'-us) is calling the deadly shooting of a 12-year-old girl a terrible event that shouldn't happen anywhere.
Providence Mayor Angel Taveras (tuh-VEHR'-us) is calling the deadly shooting of a 12-year-old girl a terrible event that shouldn't happen anywhere.
Gasoline prices are continuing to hold steady in Rhode Island.
Gasoline prices are continuing to hold steady in Rhode Island.
Money raised from a tax on restaurants that sell takeout was intended to fund recycling efforts but is instead being used to support general government operations.
Money raised from a tax on restaurants that sell takeout was intended to fund recycling efforts but is instead being used to support general government operations.
The town beach in North Kingstown has been closed again to swimming because of high bacteria counts in the water.
The town beach in North Kingstown has been closed again to swimming because of high bacteria counts in the water.
A 23-year-old man has been charged with a series of crimes after authorities say he crashed into several cars while driving under the influence during a police chase in Warwick. Several people including an infant...
A 23-year-old man has been charged with a series of crimes after authorities say he crashed into several cars while driving under the influence during a police chase in Warwick. Several people including an infant were...
Rhode Island officials' surveillance of Narragansett Bay is raising some concerns.
Rhode Island officials' surveillance of Narragansett Bay is raising some concerns.
Rhode Island's volunteer service center and eight local nonprofits are getting more than $2 million in federal AmeriCorps grants to support community service programs.
Rhode Island's volunteer service center and eight local nonprofits are getting more than $2 million in federal AmeriCorps grants to support community service programs.
The Rhode Island National Guard is retiring two cargo aircraft known in the state for supporting the U.S. Army Black Knights parachute demonstration team.
The Rhode Island National Guard is retiring two cargo aircraft known in the state for supporting the U.S. Army Black Knights parachute demonstration team.
Rhode Island State Police say a man driving in Providence with two children in the back seat of his SUV was stopped by troopers after they received calls of a possibly intoxicated motorist going slowly, drifting from...
Rhode Island State Police say a man driving in Providence with two children in the back seat of his SUV was stopped by troopers after they received calls of a possibly intoxicated motorist going slowly, drifting from lane to...
A Rhode Island legislative committee may vote Tuesday on an $8.2 billion state budget plan.
A Rhode Island legislative committee may vote Tuesday on an $8.2 billion state budget plan.
Rhode Island is considering whether to give workers paid time off to care for a new child or sick family member.
Rhode Island is considering whether to give workers paid time off to care for a new child or sick family member.
Providence police say a shooter opened fire on a group outside a house, killing a 12-year-old girl.
Providence police say a shooter opened fire on a group outside a house, killing a 12-year-old girl.
State police say a man previously convicted 22 times of driving with a suspended license has been busted again.
State police say a man previously convicted 22 times of driving with a suspended license has been busted again.
Military service members who are facing deployment could break an apartment lease with 30 days' notice without an early termination fee under legislation passed by the Rhode Island House.
Military service members who are facing deployment could break an apartment lease with 30 days' notice without an early termination fee under legislation passed by the Rhode Island House.
The city of Providence is renaming a street "Adoption Way" to recognize those who work at its animal control center.
The city of Providence is renaming a street "Adoption Way" to recognize those who work at its animal control center.
State environmental officials are set to return two young peregrine falcons to the care of their parents.
State environmental officials are set to return two young peregrine falcons to the care of their parents.
Rhode Island says it's moving to eliminate the type of workshop that served a state-licensed jobs program in North Providence that the U.S. Justice Department found did not provide meaningful work for disabled...
Rhode Island says it's moving to eliminate the type of workshop that served a state-licensed jobs program in North Providence that the U.S. Justice Department found did not provide meaningful work for disabled people....
Massachusetts State Police say a Rhode Island man is facing charges after a 4-year-old girl was killed when his car rolled over on Interstate 495 in Bellingham.
Massachusetts State Police say a Rhode Island man is facing charges after a 4-year-old girl was killed when his car rolled over on Interstate 495 in Bellingham.
Three Rhode Island beaches have been reopened to swimmers after they were temporarily closed because of high bacteria counts.
Three Rhode Island beaches have been reopened to swimmers after they were temporarily closed because of high bacteria counts.
Applications are rushing in the day before the deadline to submit a claim to the primary compensation fund for Boston Marathon bombing victims.
Applications are rushing in the day before the deadline to submit a claim to the primary compensation fund for Boston Marathon bombing victims.
Health officials say two more people have died after using a new kind of synthetic opiate, bringing the number of deaths linked to the drug in Rhode Island since March to 14.
Health officials say two more people have died after using a new kind of synthetic opiate, bringing the number of deaths linked to the drug in Rhode Island since March to 14.
Twin River has hosted its very first casino gambling after voters approved blackjack, roulette and other Las Vegas-style games for the northern Rhode Island facility.
Twin River has hosted its very first casino gambling after voters approved blackjack, roulette and other Las Vegas-style games for the northern Rhode Island facility.
Rhode Island is moving to eliminate the type of "sheltered workshop" the U.S. Justice Department found had violated the rights of disabled individuals at a state-licensed employment program in North Providence.
Rhode Island is moving to eliminate the type of "sheltered workshop" the U.S. Justice Department found had violated the rights of disabled individuals at a state-licensed employment program in North Providence.
Anyone in Rhode Island who believes an elderly person is being abused or neglected could face a $1,000 fine if they fail to report their suspicions to law enforcement under legislation moving through the state's...
Anyone in Rhode Island who believes an elderly person is being abused or neglected could face a $1,000 fine if they fail to report their suspicions to law enforcement under legislation moving through the state's General...
State lawmakers have voted once again to add Rhode Island to a list of states that agree to award their electoral votes to the presidential candidate who wins the overall national popular vote.
State lawmakers have voted once again to add Rhode Island to a list of states that agree to award their electoral votes to the presidential candidate who wins the overall national popular vote.
Rhode Island is getting its first urban campground, and it's in the state's smallest city: Central Falls.
Rhode Island is getting its first urban campground, and it's in the state's smallest city: Central Falls.
A group of National Guard soldiers is set to return to Rhode Island from Afghanistan after a 10-month deployment.
A group of National Guard soldiers is set to return to Rhode Island from Afghanistan after a 10-month deployment.
The Pawtuxet River remains above flood stage and is expected to stay there even after the rain leaves Rhode Island.
The Pawtuxet River remains above flood stage and is expected to stay there even after the rain leaves Rhode Island.
A Rhode Island doctor has been disciplined for improperly prescribing medical marijuana to two teenage girls.
A Rhode Island doctor has been disciplined for improperly prescribing medical marijuana to two teenage girls.
A candidate for governor has filed a second open meetings complaint against the Rhode Island Board of Elections.
A candidate for governor has filed a second open meetings complaint against the Rhode Island Board of Elections.
Pawtucket is making changes to its recycling program with a new less-frequent pickup schedule and wheelable carts.
Pawtucket is making changes to its recycling program with a new less-frequent pickup schedule and wheelable carts.
Health officials in Rhode Island have closed another beach to swimming because of bacteria in the water.
Health officials in Rhode Island have closed another beach to swimming because of bacteria in the water.
U.S. Sen. Jack Reed wants the state to review its employment services for the disabled after Rhode Island and the city of Providence were found to have violated the rights of developmentally disabled individuals for...
U.S. Sen. Jack Reed wants the state to review its employment services for the disabled after Rhode Island and the city of Providence were found to have violated the rights of developmentally disabled individuals for years by...
Gov. Lincoln Chafee (CHAY'-fee) has nominated the former chief executive of The Miriam Hospital to be Rhode Island's next health insurance commissioner.
Gov. Lincoln Chafee (CHAY'-fee) has nominated the former chief executive of The Miriam Hospital to be Rhode Island's next health insurance commissioner.
A criminal defense lawyer has been convicted of bribery for paying a stabbing victim not to testify against his client, the man who allegedly stabbed him.
A criminal defense lawyer has been convicted of bribery for paying a stabbing victim not to testify against his client, the man who allegedly stabbed him.
A Pawtucket man has been sentenced to serve 17 years in prison after he pleaded no contest to five counts of arson.
A Pawtucket man has been sentenced to serve 17 years in prison after he pleaded no contest to five counts of arson.
Rhode Island is awarding $810,000 in federal grants to 18 research scientists studying the effects of climate change on the state's coastal environment.
Rhode Island is awarding $810,000 in federal grants to 18 research scientists studying the effects of climate change on the state's coastal environment.
A flood warning remains in effect for the Pawtuxet River and areas along the Pawcatuck River, and another one to three inches of rain could fall in Rhode Island.
A flood warning remains in effect for the Pawtuxet River and areas along the Pawcatuck River, and another one to three inches of rain could fall in Rhode Island.
Police say a three-vehicle accident in Portsmouth has left one person dead and two others injured.
Police say a three-vehicle accident in Portsmouth has left one person dead and two others injured.
Federal, state and Providence officials plan to make an announcement about an investigation into programs for the disabled that the U.S. Department of Justice says violated their rights.
Federal, state and Providence officials plan to make an announcement about an investigation into programs for the disabled that the U.S. Department of Justice says violated their rights.
Police say an 18-year-old woman distracted by her GPS struck and killed a man walking along the side of a Mendon road.
Police say an 18-year-old woman distracted by her GPS struck and killed a man walking along the side of a Mendon road.
A Providence man has been shot to death in front of his home.
A Providence man has been shot to death in front of his home.
A police dog from Warwick is being credited with finding the suspect in a robbery at a North Smithfield sandwich shop.
A police dog from Warwick is being credited with finding the suspect in a robbery at a North Smithfield sandwich shop.
Rhode Island lawmakers are looking at a plan that would increase vehicle inspection fees to raise money for bridge repairs as an alternative to a plan to impose tolls on the Sakonnet River Bridge.
Rhode Island lawmakers are looking at a plan that would increase vehicle inspection fees to raise money for bridge repairs as an alternative to a plan to impose tolls on the Sakonnet River Bridge.
A University of Rhode Island oceanographer has started testing a robotic boat he helped design for research missions on coastal currents.
A University of Rhode Island oceanographer has started testing a robotic boat he helped design for research missions on coastal currents.
State health officials have closed several more beaches in Rhode Island to swimming because of bacteria in the water.
State health officials have closed several more beaches in Rhode Island to swimming because of bacteria in the water.
A former employee of the U.S. Navy who admitted leading a kickback scheme that cost the Navy $18 million is asking for a new lawyer less than two weeks after pleading guilty to conspiracy, theft of government...
A former employee of the U.S. Navy who admitted leading a kickback scheme that cost the Navy $18 million is asking for a new lawyer less than two weeks after pleading guilty to conspiracy, theft of government property and...
Advocates for the elderly and children are urging Rhode Island lawmakers to approve paid time off for workers who have to care for a new child or ill loved one.
Advocates for the elderly and children are urging Rhode Island lawmakers to approve paid time off for workers who have to care for a new child or ill loved one.
Providence police are investigating the fatal shooting of a 46-year-old city man.
Providence police are investigating the fatal shooting of a 46-year-old city man.
A group that fights domestic violence in Rhode Island says budget cuts to a program that helps victims navigate the court system will affect hundreds of victims each month.
A group that fights domestic violence in Rhode Island says budget cuts to a program that helps victims navigate the court system will affect hundreds of victims each month.
The U.S. Justice Department says Rhode Island and the city of Providence violated the rights of the developmentally disabled by unnecessarily segregating them at a city school and a state-licensed employment program.
The U.S. Justice Department says Rhode Island and the city of Providence violated the rights of the developmentally disabled by unnecessarily segregating them at a city school and a state-licensed employment program.
In an attempt to stay ahead of illicit drug chemists, the Rhode Island Senate is set to vote on a proposal to broadly ban synthetic recreational chemicals sold as fake marijuana and bath salts.
In an attempt to stay ahead of illicit drug chemists, the Rhode Island Senate is set to vote on a proposal to broadly ban synthetic recreational chemicals sold as fake marijuana and bath salts.
Rhode Island's treasurer says an audit of the state's disability pension system found that six public retirees received more than half a million dollars in wrongful disability pension payments dating back to...
Rhode Island's treasurer says an audit of the state's disability pension system found that six public retirees received more than half a million dollars in wrongful disability pension payments dating back to 2001.
National Weather Service flood warnings remain in effect for the Pawtuxet and Pawcatuck rivers after the second round of heavy rains in Rhode Island.
National Weather Service flood warnings remain in effect for the Pawtuxet and Pawcatuck rivers after the second round of heavy rains in Rhode Island.
The secretary of Rhode Island's largest teachers union has resigned after being arrested following a fight at a union meeting inside an East Greenwich restaurant.
The secretary of Rhode Island's largest teachers union has resigned after being arrested following a fight at a union meeting inside an East Greenwich restaurant.
A Central Falls woman has been awarded $1.3 million in judgment against Hasbro Children's Hospital.
A Central Falls woman has been awarded $1.3 million in judgment against Hasbro Children's Hospital.
Rhode Island's governor is headed to Massachusetts to join President Barack Obama and help out a fellow Democrat just weeks after he joined the party himself.
Rhode Island's governor is headed to Massachusetts to join President Barack Obama and help out a fellow Democrat just weeks after he joined the party himself.
Rhode Island's lieutenant governor is seeking public input on the draft of a state plan for dealing with Alzheimer's disease and related disorders.
Rhode Island's lieutenant governor is seeking public input on the draft of a state plan for dealing with Alzheimer's disease and related disorders.
State officials have closed two beaches in Warwick to swimming because of high bacteria counts in the water.
State officials have closed two beaches in Warwick to swimming because of high bacteria counts in the water.
A state Senator wants a formal risk assessment of what would happen if Rhode Island defaults on the $112 million it owes for its failed investment in 38 Studios.
A state Senator wants a formal risk assessment of what would happen if Rhode Island defaults on the $112 million it owes for its failed investment in 38 Studios.
A Democratic congressman from Rhode Island and a Republican congressman from Illinois are betting lunch on the outcome of the Stanley Cup finals between the Boston Bruins and the Chicago Blackhawks.
A Democratic congressman from Rhode Island and a Republican congressman from Illinois are betting lunch on the outcome of the Stanley Cup finals between the Boston Bruins and the Chicago Blackhawks.
Two men charged with witness tampering during an investigation into the deaths of 12 people in Rhode Island who had used a new kind of synthetic opiate are due in federal court in Providence.
Two men charged with witness tampering during an investigation into the deaths of 12 people in Rhode Island who had used a new kind of synthetic opiate are due in federal court in Providence.
Maine food retailers would have to put special labels on products that contain genetically modified ingredients, under a measure advanced by the House.
Maine food retailers would have to put special labels on products that contain genetically modified ingredients, under a measure advanced by the House.
While a proposal to eliminate Rhode Island's sales tax is likely to please taxpayers, it's unlikely to go anywhere in the General Assembly.
While a proposal to eliminate Rhode Island's sales tax is likely to please taxpayers, it's unlikely to go anywhere in the General Assembly.
The University of Rhode Island's Jazz Big Band has been invited to play at the Newport Jazz Festival.
The University of Rhode Island's Jazz Big Band has been invited to play at the Newport Jazz Festival.
Rhode Island cab drivers plan to gather at the Statehouse to encourage lawmakers to repeal a tax on taxi fares.
Rhode Island cab drivers plan to gather at the Statehouse to encourage lawmakers to repeal a tax on taxi fares.
Pawtucket police say an officer who was charged in a domestic violence case has resigned from the department.
Pawtucket police say an officer who was charged in a domestic violence case has resigned from the department.
Criminal defense attorney Gerard Donley has testified he was trying to prevent street violence when he paid $6,000 to a man who police say had been stabbed by one of Donley's clients.
Criminal defense attorney Gerard Donley has testified he was trying to prevent street violence when he paid $6,000 to a man who police say had been stabbed by one of Donley's clients.
State lawmakers are set to vote on another plan to rename Rhode Island's Economic Development Corp.
State lawmakers are set to vote on another plan to rename Rhode Island's Economic Development Corp.
Additional flooding is expected along the Pawtuxet River from a second round of heavy rain in Rhode Island.
Additional flooding is expected along the Pawtuxet River from a second round of heavy rain in Rhode Island.
Graffiti artists who do more than $1,000 worth of damage would be risking a felony conviction and up to a year in prison under legislation in Rhode Island.
Graffiti artists who do more than $1,000 worth of damage would be risking a felony conviction and up to a year in prison under legislation in Rhode Island.
An economist at the University of Rhode Island says the state's economy began the second quarter on a somewhat disappointing note.
An economist at the University of Rhode Island says the state's economy began the second quarter on a somewhat disappointing note.
Rhode Islanders could get paid time off to care for a new child or ill parent or spouse under legislation moving through the state's General Assembly.
Rhode Islanders could get paid time off to care for a new child or ill parent or spouse under legislation moving through the state's General Assembly.
Legislation under consideration in Rhode Island's General Assembly would require children to attend school at least 80 percent of the time in order for their families to qualify for Medicaid or welfare.
Legislation under consideration in Rhode Island's General Assembly would require children to attend school at least 80 percent of the time in order for their families to qualify for Medicaid or welfare.
Environmental officials are warning that parrots and other birds from a diseased flock have been sold to two Rhode Island pet shops.
Environmental officials are warning that parrots and other birds from a diseased flock have been sold to two Rhode Island pet shops.
Gas prices are holding steady in Rhode Island for the third straight week.
Gas prices are holding steady in Rhode Island for the third straight week.
The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority is announcing a series of service initiatives, including a new "Rapid Bus" route on its highest ridership corridor and a way for riders to check the location of buses on...
The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority is announcing a series of service initiatives, including a new "Rapid Bus" route on its highest ridership corridor and a way for riders to check the location of buses on their...
A fire at a vacant home in Johnston is being called suspicious by fire officials.
A fire at a vacant home in Johnston is being called suspicious by fire officials.
The rain has let up in Rhode Island for now, but the National Weather Service is warning a second round of heavy rain could mean more flooding.
The rain has let up in Rhode Island for now, but the National Weather Service is warning a second round of heavy rain could mean more flooding.
Newport has been awarded a $75,000 grant to help study the threat of rising sea levels and protect flood-prone areas of the city.
Newport has been awarded a $75,000 grant to help study the threat of rising sea levels and protect flood-prone areas of the city.
Public school officials in Westerly have begun working on a plan for a district charter school.
Public school officials in Westerly have begun working on a plan for a district charter school.
Operators of a group home in Lincoln are again planning to close the facility, and relatives of the home's four residents are again fighting to keep it open.
Operators of a group home in Lincoln are again planning to close the facility, and relatives of the home's four residents are again fighting to keep it open.
Some bus shelters in Providence are going to be turned into public artworks of sorts under a new city initiative.
Some bus shelters in Providence are going to be turned into public artworks of sorts under a new city initiative.
Rhode Island Gov. Lincoln Chafee is traveling to Chicago to participate in a conference with other governors on the topic of education.
Rhode Island Gov. Lincoln Chafee is traveling to Chicago to participate in a conference with other governors on the topic of education.
A group of lawmakers wants to look at whether it's a good idea to build a parking garage at a courthouse in downtown Providence.
A group of lawmakers wants to look at whether it's a good idea to build a parking garage at a courthouse in downtown Providence.
State police say a vehicle carrying eight people has crashed on a Massachusetts interstate, killing one woman.
State police say a vehicle carrying eight people has crashed on a Massachusetts interstate, killing one woman.
The National Weather Service says a flood warning continues along the Pawtuxet River in Cranston.
The National Weather Service says a flood warning continues along the Pawtuxet River in Cranston.
The Coast Guard has suspended a search of the Seekonk River in Providence after failing to find a man reported to have fallen into the water.
The Coast Guard has suspended a search of the Seekonk River in Providence after failing to find a man reported to have fallen into the water.
Rhode Island got its first public charging station for electric vehicles at a furniture store in West Warwick in 2010, before the electric-powered Chevy Volt, Nissan Leaf and Tesla Model S debuted to rave reviews.
Rhode Island got its first public charging station for electric vehicles at a furniture store in West Warwick in 2010, before the electric-powered Chevy Volt, Nissan Leaf and Tesla Model S debuted to rave reviews.
U.S. Senator Jack Reed will be joined by a federal Commerce Department official Monday to tour a pair of Rhode Island businesses.
U.S. Senator Jack Reed will be joined by a federal Commerce Department official Monday to tour a pair of Rhode Island businesses.
Rhode Island now has an official state theater.
Rhode Island now has an official state theater.
Rhode Island's General Assembly is set to vote on a proposal to rename Rhode Island's economic development agency and create new rules and a code of ethics for the organization.
Rhode Island's General Assembly is set to vote on a proposal to rename Rhode Island's economic development agency and create new rules and a code of ethics for the organization.
Rhode Island is marking Gaspee Days, commemorating the 1772 burning of the British revenue schooner Gaspee in Pawtuxet Cove ahead of the Revolutionary War.
Rhode Island is marking Gaspee Days, commemorating the 1772 burning of the British revenue schooner Gaspee in Pawtuxet Cove ahead of the Revolutionary War.
Soaking rains spawned numerous flood watches and pushed some streams and creeks over their banks throughout the Northeast, yet the first named storm of the Atlantic hurricane season sped up the Eastern Seaboard...
Soaking rains spawned numerous flood watches and pushed some streams and creeks over their banks throughout the Northeast, yet the first named storm of the Atlantic hurricane season sped up the Eastern Seaboard without...
Legislation that would stop employers or higher education officials from demanding access to a person's Facebook or Twitter accounts is gaining momentum in Rhode Island.
Legislation that would stop employers or higher education officials from demanding access to a person's Facebook or Twitter accounts is gaining momentum in Rhode Island.
The University of Rhode Island's Plant Protection Clinic has released a list of this year's top plant pests and diseases.
The University of Rhode Island's Plant Protection Clinic has released a list of this year's top plant pests and diseases.
Gov. Lincoln Chafee's office says it has investigated whether Rhode Island could refinance or reduce debt it owes for its failed investment in Curt Schilling's video game company.
Gov. Lincoln Chafee's office says it has investigated whether Rhode Island could refinance or reduce debt it owes for its failed investment in Curt Schilling's video game company.
The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority is temporarily discounting the cost to get an E-ZPass transponder ahead of the start of toll collections on the Sakonnet River Bridge.
The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority is temporarily discounting the cost to get an E-ZPass transponder ahead of the start of toll collections on the Sakonnet River Bridge.
The second round of furlough notices for civilian employees of Newport's Naval Undersea Warfare Center are being sent out.
The second round of furlough notices for civilian employees of Newport's Naval Undersea Warfare Center are being sent out.
Inmates who behave in prison could earn "good conduct" certificates to help them get jobs and housing when they're released under legislation winning approval in the Rhode Island General Assembly.
Inmates who behave in prison could earn "good conduct" certificates to help them get jobs and housing when they're released under legislation winning approval in the Rhode Island General Assembly.
Eighteen people are now being treated for possible rabies exposure after coming into contact with a baby raccoon in Coventry that later tested positive for the disease.
Eighteen people are now being treated for possible rabies exposure after coming into contact with a baby raccoon in Coventry that later tested positive for the disease.
Students in Westerly will be allowed to bring their own cell phones, tablets and other portable Internet devices into city schools beginning this fall.
Students in Westerly will be allowed to bring their own cell phones, tablets and other portable Internet devices into city schools beginning this fall.
A man and woman have been stabbed during a home invasion in Pawtucket.
A man and woman have been stabbed during a home invasion in Pawtucket.
Two East Bay lawmakers have proposed an alternative to collecting tolls on the new Sakonnet River Bridge.
Two East Bay lawmakers have proposed an alternative to collecting tolls on the new Sakonnet River Bridge.
Amtrak and transportation officials are celebrating a new bridge in eastern Connecticut along the busy Northeast railway corridor.
Amtrak and transportation officials are celebrating a new bridge in eastern Connecticut along the busy Northeast railway corridor.
The National Weather Service has issued a flood watch for all of Rhode Island as heavy rains move in to the region.
The National Weather Service has issued a flood watch for all of Rhode Island as heavy rains move in to the region.
A bill co-authored by Rhode Island's senior U.S. senator that would prevent an increase in subsidized student loan interest rates has failed to advance.
A bill co-authored by Rhode Island's senior U.S. senator that would prevent an increase in subsidized student loan interest rates has failed to advance.
Health officials in Rhode Island have reopened two Warwick beaches that were closed to swimmers because of high bacteria levels in the water.
Health officials in Rhode Island have reopened two Warwick beaches that were closed to swimmers because of high bacteria levels in the water.
Two men have been arrested for alleged witness tampering during an investigation into the deaths of 12 people who had used a new kind of synthetic opiate.
Two men have been arrested for alleged witness tampering during an investigation into the deaths of 12 people who had used a new kind of synthetic opiate.
Thirteen people are being treated for rabies exposure after a family in Coventry found a baby raccoon that later tested positive for the disease.
Thirteen people are being treated for rabies exposure after a family in Coventry found a baby raccoon that later tested positive for the disease.
A veteran Warwick attorney who was formerly general counsel to the Rhode Island Board of Governors for Higher Education has been nominated to a vacant seat on the state's Family Court.
A veteran Warwick attorney who was formerly general counsel to the Rhode Island Board of Governors for Higher Education has been nominated to a vacant seat on the state's Family Court.
Rhode Island Gov. Lincoln Chafee, Providence Mayor Angel Taveras and Cranston Mayor Allan Fung have put politics aside to highlight a $2.1 million youth employment program.
Rhode Island Gov. Lincoln Chafee, Providence Mayor Angel Taveras and Cranston Mayor Allan Fung have put politics aside to highlight a $2.1 million youth employment program.
The Rhode Island Department of Education is seeking public input on four proposed charter schools.
The Rhode Island Department of Education is seeking public input on four proposed charter schools.
The Rhode Island Senate is poised to vote on whether to require individuals arrested for a violent crime to submit a DNA sample to authorities.
The Rhode Island Senate is poised to vote on whether to require individuals arrested for a violent crime to submit a DNA sample to authorities.
A Virginia judge has ordered a Williamsburg antiques collector to return a Civil War-era sword that was stolen from Brown University in the 1970s.
A Virginia judge has ordered a Williamsburg antiques collector to return a Civil War-era sword that was stolen from Brown University in the 1970s.
The Rhode Island Board of Education is set to vote on the contract renewal of Commissioner Deborah Gist (gihst).
The Rhode Island Board of Education is set to vote on the contract renewal of Commissioner Deborah Gist (gihst).
Providence is expanding its residential recycling initiative to the business community.
Providence is expanding its residential recycling initiative to the business community.
A trio of Rhode Island canoeists is about to begin an eight-day trek down the states waterways to bring attention to 40-years of work to clean them up.
A trio of Rhode Island canoeists is about to begin an eight-day trek down the states waterways to bring attention to 40-years of work to clean them up.
The girlfriend of a stabbing victim has testified she received $6,000 from the lawyer of the man who was accused of attacking him.
The girlfriend of a stabbing victim has testified she received $6,000 from the lawyer of the man who was accused of attacking him.
Rhode Island lawmakers are set to review what would happen if the state defaults on the money it owes for its failed investment in former Red Sox pitcher Curt Schilling's bankrupt video game company.
Rhode Island lawmakers are set to review what would happen if the state defaults on the money it owes for its failed investment in former Red Sox pitcher Curt Schilling's bankrupt video game company.
A Providence municipal judge has been nominated to fill a vacancy on the Rhode Island Traffic Tribunal.
A Providence municipal judge has been nominated to fill a vacancy on the Rhode Island Traffic Tribunal.
Rhode Island lawmakers have voted to set consistent standards for environmental regulations in order to prevent haphazard or conflicting rules around the state.
Rhode Island lawmakers have voted to set consistent standards for environmental regulations in order to prevent haphazard or conflicting rules around the state.
Authorities in Rhode Island arrested a man who's wanted in Massachusetts for sexual assault after an hours-long standoff at a Providence hotel.
Authorities in Rhode Island arrested a man who's wanted in Massachusetts for sexual assault after an hours-long standoff at a Providence hotel.
Rhode Island Gov. Lincoln Chafee (CHAY'-fee), Providence Mayor Angel Taveras (tuh-VEHR'-us) and Cranston Mayor Allan Fung - all potential candidates in next year's governor's race - are planning a...
Rhode Island Gov. Lincoln Chafee (CHAY'-fee), Providence Mayor Angel Taveras (tuh-VEHR'-us) and Cranston Mayor Allan Fung - all potential candidates in next year's governor's race - are planning a joint...
State biologists want the public's help in monitoring Rhode Island's wild turkey population.
State biologists want the public's help in monitoring Rhode Island's wild turkey population.
The Rhode Island judge weighing arguments to dismiss a lawsuit filed by the state's economic development agency against Curt Schilling and others involved in the failed 38 Studios deal is giving lawyers time to...
The Rhode Island judge weighing arguments to dismiss a lawsuit filed by the state's economic development agency against Curt Schilling and others involved in the failed 38 Studios deal is giving lawyers time to submit...
Rhode Island's Economic Development Corp. has a full complement of board members for the first time since the collapse of 38 Studios.
Rhode Island's Economic Development Corp. has a full complement of board members for the first time since the collapse of 38 Studios.
A report by the Rhode Island chapter of the American Civil Liberties Union finds black and Hispanic students are much more likely than white students to be suspended at the state's public schools.
A report by the Rhode Island chapter of the American Civil Liberties Union finds black and Hispanic students are much more likely than white students to be suspended at the state's public schools.
The leader of Rhode Island's Republican Party is calling for a special investigation into legislative involvement in the state's failed investment in former Red Sox pitcher Curt Schilling's video game...
The leader of Rhode Island's Republican Party is calling for a special investigation into legislative involvement in the state's failed investment in former Red Sox pitcher Curt Schilling's video game company.
A TV news crew was attacked while reporting on a shooting at a kindergarten graduation party.
A TV news crew was attacked while reporting on a shooting at a kindergarten graduation party.
The Food and Drug Administration is organizing public hearings in New England for farmers who are concerned that proposed safety rules could hurt their businesses.
The Food and Drug Administration is organizing public hearings in New England for farmers who are concerned that proposed safety rules could hurt their businesses.
Former U.S. Rep. Robert Weygand is staying at the University of Rhode Island.
Former U.S. Rep. Robert Weygand is staying at the University of Rhode Island.
A 16-year-old boy has been charged in connection with this weekend's shooting a kindergartener's graduation party in Providence.
A 16-year-old boy has been charged in connection with this weekend's shooting a kindergartener's graduation party in Providence.
Ohio State University President Gordon Gee is downplaying the impact of joking remarks he made about Roman Catholics and Notre Dame on his decision to retire next month.
Ohio State University President Gordon Gee is downplaying the impact of joking remarks he made about Roman Catholics and Notre Dame on his decision to retire next month.
A Texas banker is upping the ante to $1 million for whoever solves a tricky problem that's been dogging mathematicians since the 1980s.
A Texas banker is upping the ante to $1 million for whoever solves a tricky problem that's been dogging mathematicians since the 1980s.
Criminal charges have been dismissed against the leader of a Roman Catholic diocese in Massachusetts after he pleaded guilty to refusing a chemical test after a driving accident.
Criminal charges have been dismissed against the leader of a Roman Catholic diocese in Massachusetts after he pleaded guilty to refusing a chemical test after a driving accident.
The Rhode Island attorney general's office says the state Board of Elections violated open meeting rules when it went behind closed doors in February to discuss pending legislation.
The Rhode Island attorney general's office says the state Board of Elections violated open meeting rules when it went behind closed doors in February to discuss pending legislation.
A state Senate leader from Maine has been appointed regional administrator of the federal Small Business Administration.
A state Senate leader from Maine has been appointed regional administrator of the federal Small Business Administration.
The federal government says it will auction leases for wind farms off the coast of Rhode Island and Massachusetts next month, marking the first time it has sold competitive leases for wind energy on the outer...
The federal government says it will auction leases for wind farms off the coast of Rhode Island and Massachusetts next month, marking the first time it has sold competitive leases for wind energy on the outer continental...
The leader of Rhode Island's Republican Party has joined the call for the state to default on the money it owes for its failed investment in former Red Sox pitcher Curt Schilling's bankrupt video game company.
The leader of Rhode Island's Republican Party has joined the call for the state to default on the money it owes for its failed investment in former Red Sox pitcher Curt Schilling's bankrupt video game company.
A Rhode Island state trooper working a construction detail on Interstate 295 in Smithfield was injured when his cruiser was struck by another vehicle.
A Rhode Island state trooper working a construction detail on Interstate 295 in Smithfield was injured when his cruiser was struck by another vehicle.
Providence police are searching for a group of youth who showed up uninvited to a kindergarten graduation party and shot one of the guests.
Providence police are searching for a group of youth who showed up uninvited to a kindergarten graduation party and shot one of the guests.
A Rhode Island dentist has pleaded guilty to federal health care and tax fraud charges.
A Rhode Island dentist has pleaded guilty to federal health care and tax fraud charges.
The Providence City Council has given final approval to a $662 million budget plan that includes increases in residential property taxes.
The Providence City Council has given final approval to a $662 million budget plan that includes increases in residential property taxes.
Lawmakers in Rhode Island are poised to vote on legislation that would eliminate the state's Economic Development Corp. and replace it with a new Commerce Corp. led by a secretary of commerce.
Lawmakers in Rhode Island are poised to vote on legislation that would eliminate the state's Economic Development Corp. and replace it with a new Commerce Corp. led by a secretary of commerce.
Lawyers for Curt Schilling and executives of his bankrupt video game company will continue to press their case for the dismissal of a lawsuit filed against them by the state's economic development agency.
Lawyers for Curt Schilling and executives of his bankrupt video game company will continue to press their case for the dismissal of a lawsuit filed against them by the state's economic development agency.
