High Grocery Prices Still Squeezing RI Families: What To Know

The analysis of Labor Department inflation data by FRED shows grocery prices overall have increased 3.2% since January

Breeze Airways Pilots Picket At Rhode Island TF Green Airport

Pilots have worked five years for the airline without a contract, according to the Air Line Pilots Association, International, union.

MA Man Sentenced To 8 Years For Murder Plot Hatched With RI Federal Inmate

The Wareham man plotted with a federal prisoner to kill prosecutors and witnesses, according to an FBI agent.

Rhode Island Weekend Starts With Showers Before Skies Turn Sunny

Expect rain Friday night but sunny skies Sunday.

RI Senate Passes Bill To Ban Sale Of Rat Poisions That Endanger Wildlife

The bill now heads to the House of Representatives.

RI Department Of Environmental Management Warns: Leave 'Baby Wildlife' Alone

Touching or moving a young animal can put it at risk, the department cautioned.

Rhode Island Legislators Honored For Supporting Mental Health

The Mental Health Association of Rhode Island today honored the legislators.

Must-Try RI Burgers That Live Up To The Hype

These burgers, found in various food rankings and lists, elevate America’s favorite sandwich to a multi-layered cultural experience.

Providence Man Charged With Failing To Register As A Sex Offender: Cops

The Providence man was arrested by the Rhode Island State Police Violent Fugitive Task Force, police said.

Rhode Island Governor Makes Pick For Cannabis Control Commission Chair

The nominee has been submitted to the state Senate for advice and consent.

Bill Making Daylight Saving Time Permanent Moves Ahead: What To Know In RI

House Republicans are reviving the Sunshine Protection Bill backed by President Donald Trump to make daylight saving time permanent.

Free Admission To 2 Rhode Island Museums With Bank Of America Card

The free admission is for June 6 and 7.

Rhode Island Lawyer Disbarred For 'Misappropriation' Of $415K

The Rhode Island lawyer was previously sentenced to two years in prison.

Thunderstorm Looming In Rhode Island

Sunny skies give way to rain this week.

Rhode Island Ranks High For Truck Safety: Study

Rhode Island was among the leading states when it comes to truck safety.

RI State Rep's Bill To Legislate Grocery Self-Checkout Stations Passes Senate

The bill now moves to the state house.

Rhode Island House Passes Bill Requiring Action Plan For Students With Seizure Disorders

The measure now moves to the state Senate.

Rhode Island Senate And House Pass Bills To Protect Women From Drugging In Bars

The bill would require bars and similar establishments to have lids available to protect patrons from having their drinks spiked.

Rhode Island AG Sues Prediction Platforms Kalshi And Polymarket

The AG said there "is no substantive difference between sports betting and ‘events contracts.'"

Shark Season Arrives In Rhode Island, Says Shark Institute

The Atlantic Shark Institute reported a "number" of shark sightings in the Ocean State.

Beach Stabbing Spree + RI City 'Hottest' Rental Market In All Of America + Deadly Crash: RI Week In Review

Here are the top 10 most popular stories and posts from around Rhode Island Patch sites last week.

Bravo Releases 'Exclusive' Photo Of 'Real Housewives Of Rhode Island' Reunion Seating Chart

Get a sneak peek at where the housewives will sit.

Rhode Island Jobs Drop By 500 In 1 Month

The Ocean State lost 500 jobs from March to April, the Rhode Island Department of Labor and Training reported.

Roger Williams Park Zoo Reveals Lineup Of June And July Events

The summer events range from a celebration of soccer to free admission.

1-Year-Old Rhode Island Child Nearly Died Of Maltreatment: DCYF

The child and the family were not involved with DCYF at the time of the incident, according to the department.

State Warns Rhode Islanders To Take Care In Hot Weather

The Rhode Island Department of Health shared safety tips.

The 10 Best Summer Festivals In Rhode Island

Rhode Island has plenty of summer festivals.

Best And Worst Times To Leave Rhode Island For Memorial Day Weekend

In its Memorial Day Weekend travel forecast, AAA said a record 45 million Americans are expected to travel at least 50 miles from home.

2 Biz Execs Plead Guilty To Tech Support Fraud Scheme In Rhode Island: Feds

The scheme targeted victims in America and abroad, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office.

Rainy Memorial Day Weekend Ahead In Rhode Island

The forecast calls for a chance of rain every day of the long weekend.

Memorial Day 2026 Grocery, Hardware Store Hours: What’s Open In Rhode Island

Memorial Day Weekend is one of the biggest shopping events of the year.

Boston Red Sox Fans 2nd Most Foul-Mouthed In MLB Fandom: Study

Red Sox fans were also the most negative in baseball, the study revealed.

Rhode Island Honey Dews Giving Free Coffee To Veterans On Memorial Day

Veterans can claim a free small or medium coffee at Honey Dew on Memorial Day.

URI Grad Student Studying Effect Of Wind Farms On Jonah Crabs

Jonah crabs are becoming increasingly important to the local fishing industry, the University of Rhode Island graduate student said.

Here's Where And When You Can See The Declaration Of Independence In Rhode Island

The Ocean State has three copies of the Declaration of Independence.

Rhode Island State Senate Passes Bill To Redefine Offenses

The legislation would redefine felonies, misdemeanors and petty misdemeanors.

Rhode Island House Passes Bill To Criminalize Deed Theft

The proposed legislation would give municipal officials the power to temporarily delay or report a suspicious document to the law.

Rhode Island Deputy Whip Ackerman Named Champion Of Youth By Rhode Island Boys & Girls Clubs

Ackerman was honored for her leadership and steadfast commitment to Rhode Island’s young people.

Rhode Island State House Passes Bill To Protect Tax Filers

The legislation would protect filers from fraudulent tax prep services.

Rhode Island State Rep Wants 2 Tax Free Weeks For Restaurants

One tax free week would be in the summer and the other in the winter.