McKee Awards $1.4 Million For 77 Shelter Beds In RI

Rhode Island's new Department of Housing is also working to finalize additional initiatives that will add another 43 beds.

RI Election Board Approves 6 Of 7 Recount Requests

The only recount request denied was Patrick Maloney's (I), who lost the Warwick City Council Ward 1 race to William Foley (D)​ by 631 votes.

Cicilline Sides With Taylor Swift Fans, Demands Ticketmaster Probe

Following the debacle, Rep. David Cicilline called on the Department of Justice to investigate LiveNation-Ticketmaster's business practices.

RI Congressman Drafting Bill To Bar Trump From Holding Office Again

David Cicilline said Donald Trump "forfeited his right to ever hold office again for leading an insurrection against the United States."

RI Names New Environmental Protection Chief

DEM Director Terry Gray appointed Susan Forcier as the agency's deputy director of environmental protection.

Cranston Backs Former Mayor Allan Fung For Congress In 2022 Election

Cranston mostly voted blue, but did support some Republican candidates like Allan Fung and Aaron Guckian.

Cranston 2022 Election Results: Dems Lead In 4 Of 5 Contested Seats

See who also won Cranston races for City Council and School Committee.

Seth Magaziner Projected Winner In Rhode Island Congressional Race

The Associated Press also projected incumbent Gov. Dan McKee (D), as the winner in Rhode Island.

Cranston 2022 Voting Guide: Candidates, Questions, How To Vote

See who will be on the ballot in Cranston for state house and senate races, as well as key voting information.

RI Gov. Hopeful Ashley Kalus Denies 2018 Text Messages Were Homophobic

Texts from 2018 show Ashley Kalus calling a former contractor a "pathetic loser," "a bottom" and "Mr. Mom."

McKee, Kalus Clash On Electric Rates, Abortion, In RI Governor Debate

Both gubernatorial hopefuls were asked to defend themselves against attack ads that aired, as early voting is underway in Rhode Island.

RI Commits $9.5 Million To Expand Help Preventing Housing Insecurity

These services may include eviction prevention and eviction diversion programs, mediation between landlords and tenants and more.

Law Signed Protecting Confidentiality Of RI Domestic Violence Victims

The bill protecting the privacy of domestic violence victims allows them to apply to have an address designated as a substitute address.

Fung, Magaziner Spar Over Economy, Abortion In RI Congressional Debate

Democrat Seth Magaziner was on the attack often during the debate, as he tried to erase Republican Allan Fung's lead in the polls.

RI Election 2022: Early Voting Begins Wednesday In Cranston

See where and when you can vote early in Cranston in the 2022 election.

RI Attorney General Peter Neronha Tests Positive For COVID-19

The Attorney General's Office in a statement said Peter Neronha's symptoms were mild after testing positive Tuesday morning.

RI Election 2022: When, How To Watch Magaziner-Fung Congress Debate

Republican Allan Fung is up eight points​ against Democrat Seth Magaziner. See when to watch the debate to see if the race's tides shift.

RI Energy Puts Out Proposal For More Offshore Wind Capabilities

State officials said the project will have the potential to meet at least 30 percent of Rhode Island's estimated 2030 electricity demand.

Cranston Police Gets $779K Grant To Purchase Body Cameras

With the grant, Cranston police will purchase 89 body cameras, a spokesperson for Attorney General Peter Neronha's office said Wednesday.

Mail-In Ballot Application Deadline Approaching In Rhode Island

For those planning to vote by mail, there's an important deadline coming up to make sure your ballot counts.

RI Launches Website To Help Residents Pay Energy Bills

Find out if there's anyway you can lower your energy bill this winter through Rhode Island's new one-stop site.

RI Adopts New Protocols For Testing, Proofing Voting Machines

The new protocol will be in place for the general election on Nov. 8 and during the early voting period, which begins Oct. 19.

McKee Signs Law Allowing RI Police Dogs To Be Treated By Ambulances

The bill also creates training procedures for EMTs on safe handling and first aid for police dogs.

Energy Rate Hikes Unanimously Passed By RI Public Utilities Commission

Rhode Islanders should expect an average of more than $50 a month added to their electric bill, beginning Oct. 1.

Cranston Fire Department Gets $1 Million FEMA Grant For New Truck

Through the grant, Cranston fire will receive $1 million for a new aerial ladder truck, state officials said.

Rhode Island Approves Hikes To Health Insurance Rates

Health insurance rates in 2023 for Rhode Islanders will rise anywhere between 3 and nearly 10 percent.

RI's Truck Tolls Blocked By Federal Judge

The decision creates new questions for how the state will make up the funding source to repair and replace aging bridges.

Lettieri Wins Cranston School Board Race, Incumbents Sweep State Races

The incumbents on both the Democratic and Republican side representing Cranston all won their primaries.

Gov. Dan McKee To Face Ashley Kalus In RI General Election

The tight governor's race included Helena Foulkes refusing to concede, and then when she called to later, Gov. McKee ignored her call.

Cranston 2022 Primary Voter Guide: Key Races, How To Vote

Cranston voters will cast ballots for governor, U.S. Congress, school committee and other races in Tuesday's primary.

Coventry 2022 Primary Voter Guide: Key Races, How To Vote

Coventry voters will cast ballots for governor, U.S. Congress and other races in Tuesday's primary.

RI Election 2022 Candidate Profile: David Segal For U.S. Congress

Learn more about U.S. Congress candidate David Segal and where he stands on the issues.

RI Election 2022 Candidate Profile: Joy Fox For U.S. Congress

Learn more about U.S. Congress candidate Joy Fox and where she stands on the issues.

RI Election 2022 Candidate Profile: Seth Magaziner For U.S. Congress

Learn more about U.S. Congress candidate Seth Magaziner and where he stands on the issues.

McKee Commits $5 Million To Expand Homeless Shelter Capacity In RI

State officials say trauma-informed shelters in non-congregate settings are the focus for Rhode Island homeless shelter expansion.

McKee Opens Public Comment For RI Offshore Wind Energy Project

State officials said the project could power about 340,000 homes each year with clean energy.

Bill Signed Requires Teaching Asian American History In RI Schools

Rhode Island schools, beginning in 2023-24, must teach at least one unit of Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander history.

McKee Faces Numerous Attacks In Contentious Democratic Primary Debate

Matt Brown hammered Gov. McKee most of the night for an FBI probe into a state contract awarded to a firm with ties to a McKee advisor.

Thousands Vote Early In RI 2022 Primaries: See How Many Per City, Town

As of Tuesday, East Providence has seen the most voters head to the polls early.

Biden Cancels $10K In Student Loan Debt For Some RI Borrowers

President Biden also announced the final extension of an existing pause on federal student loan payments.