Impending funding cuts will affect public media in Rhode Island

This action, known as a “rescission request” has to be approved by a majority in the U.S. House and Senate in the next 45 days in order for it to become law. If it passes both chambers, it would have an effect on the budget of The Public’s Radio and Rhode …

What to know about watching Rhode Island FC in Pawtucket

It’s time to tax the wealthiest and invest in a Rhode Island that works for all of us

Legislation that would modestly increase taxes on Rhode Island’s highest income earners - the top 1 percent - is not only fiscally responsible, it’s a moral and economic imperative. The proposal introduced by state Representative Karen Alzate H-5473 and …

State Rep. Jason Knight on the uncertain outlook for banning ‘assault weapons’ in Rhode Island

The legislation to ban new sales of guns defined as assault weapons is seen as having the support to make it through a vote by the full state Senate. But therein lies the rub. To get to the Senate floor, the bill first has to win approval from the closely …

All About Home Care, with two Rhode Island locations, closing after 22 years in business

All About Home Care, with offices on Jefferson Blvd. in Warwick and on Aquidneck Ave. in Middletown has announced its closing. They provide personalized home services that allow people the choice to safely remain in their environment through assistance …

Rhode Island's guide to navigating the region's summer sports scene

Rhode Island FC plays at the new Centreville Bank Stadium, while the Worcester Red Sox offer a nearby minor league option. Newport hosts events such as the Gulls baseball team, the Tennis Hall of Fame tournaments, international polo matches, and the …

Rhode Island House backs Knight's assault weapons ban bill

By Mike Rego The landmark assault weapons ban bill sponsored by East Bay Democrat Jason Knight passed the Rhode Island House of Representatives Thursday evening, June 5, by a 43-28 margin. Bill No. 2025-H 5436 did not go quietly in the night, as the final …

I Live in Rhode Island—and These Are My Favorite Hidden Gems in the Ocean State

DenisTangneyJr/Getty Images Wickford is a small village in the town of North Kingstown, Rhode IslandRhode Island—blink and you could miss this tiny state on a map. But what this corner of New England lacks in size, it over-delivers with classic East …

Rhode Island House Approves Assault Weapons Ban; GOP Blasts Move as ‘Attack on Rights’

The Rhode Island House of Representatives voted 43-28 Thursday to pass a bill banning the sale and possession of certain assault weapons, advancing one of the most hotly debated gun control measures in U.S. history. The legislation now heads to the Senate. …

Trump’s DOJ tells Rhode Island its employment practices are under investigation

PROVIDENCE — The US Justice Department notified Rhode Island on Wednesday through a letter that it is opening an investigation into whether the state engaged in a pattern of discrimination based on race “or other protected aspects” of the Civil Rights Act. …