The bill will enable school PTOs to sell baked goods on Election Day after a controversy put a stop to the practice last year.
The Senate Judiciary Committee will meet to hear a number of closely-watched bills that would amend the state constitution.
"During the next weeks and months, I look forward to sharing with you my thoughts about the future of our great country," Chafee said.
U.S. Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Economic Development Jay Williams will make stops in Bristol, Newport, Narragansett and NK.
The state is expected to recoup about $4.7 million for storm-related costs from the federal government.
If the House approves a similar bill, drivers could face fines up to $100 for using a non-hands-free phone by 2017.
The ban will last until further notice.
“Marijuana prohibition has been a long-term failure,” said State Sen. Joshua Miller, D-Cranston/Providence.
Former Speaker of the House Gordon Fox will serve three years in prison for using a campaign account as a slush fund and taking bribes.
A champion for the people and a key figure in the 2004 passage of separation of powers legislation has died after a battle with cancer.
The legislation would apply to all forms of tobacco.
The bill would roll back a 2010 law that legalized sparklers and other small fireworks but some say opened the door to a free-for-all.
The law would let immigrants use a foreign birth certificate to obtain a driving permit, though it couldn't be used as a state ID.
Governor Gina Raimondo has announced the names and job descriptions of everyone hired to serve in the Governor's office.
It was widely expected that Governor-elect Gina Raimondo would appoint Lt. Governor Elizabeth Roberts for the post.
Rhode Island's senior ranking U.S. Senator, Jack Reed, has easily been reelected to a fourth six-year term.
After voting in local and state races, Rhode Islanders will be asked seven questions. Here's what you need to know.
The president will travel to Rhode Island College to speak about policies that help women succeed in the workplace.
He will speak about women's workplace issues at Rhode Island College Oct. 31.
"I am the only candidate with the experience and qualifications to get the job done on day one," writes the candidate for general treasurer.
The Democratic candidate for governor said last week that a $1 million was saved by disability pension reduction.
The threat was directed at students in Cranston, Johnston, and Warwick this week.
City and town halls and libraries are open with special hours for last-minute voter registrations.
Treasurer Gina Raimondo handily won the Democratic primary for governor with more than 16,000 more votes than Angel Taveras.
Republican Allan W. Fung and Democrat Gina Raimondo won their respective primaries.
"Our team has an accurate pulse on Warren’s concerns and will collectively respond with fresh ideas,"the candidates said in a statement.
"I am running for General Treasurer because that office can and must be a platform for economic growth and job creation,"the candidate said.
Some candidates in Rhode Island have been sending op ends and campaign statements. Don't be left out.
New smartphone app released by the Rhode Island Secretary of State's office puts detailed voter information at your fingertips.
Miss the debate put on by WPRI last night? You can watch the full debate here.
State law requires Rhode Islanders to register to vote at least 30 days before the primary.
“This humanitarian crisis is yet another example that our current immigration system is broken," the Rhode Island congressman said in a statement.
The sponsors said the legislation was requested by the Town of Warren because it lacked the funds to pay for the $245,000 revaluation process in the next fiscal year.
The Fung for Governor Campaign today announced that members of the Warren Republican Town Committee voted unanimously on Monday, June 16th to endorse Allan Fung for Governor.
Ottiano was honored for his "support and protecting the practice of nursing in Rhode Island," said Rhode Island State Nurses Association Executive Director Donna Policastro.
Frank Caprio's campaign for Treasurer of Rhode Island announced today that the Warren Democratic Committee has endorsed his campaign for Treasurer.
With the economical benefits of legalized marijuana working for Colorado, is your state the next in line?
Give your praise, voice your concern and let the town know what you think about snow plowing this winter.