RI Primary Election 2022: Early Voting Begins Wednesday In Cranston

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

RI Gov., Congressional Primary Debates Continue: When And How To Watch

See when the next major debates for governor and U.S. Congress are.

5 Things Inflation Reduction Act Will Do For Rhode Island Residents

The Inflation Reduction Act could help Rhode Island residents with medical and green energy initiatives. Here's what to know.

RI Primary Election 2022: Deadlines, Voting Details In Cranston

Patch has all the information you need for casting your ballot this election season. Here's what to know.

Cranston Receives $150K Outdoor, Public Space Grant From State

In Cranston, the grant will be used to build an ADA accessible gazebo in Knightsville Pocket Park.

Health Insurers Will Be Required To Cover Cancer Testing In RI

With Gov. Dan McKee's signature, insurers will have to cover biomarker testing, beginning in 2024.

Pensions For RI Military Veterans Now State Tax Free

Gov. Dan McKee also signed a law waiving adoption fees for Rhode Island veterans to adopt dogs and cats from public shelters.

Cranston Mayor Cuts 21 City Jobs Amid Budget Deficit

Other city officials have opposed the decision and are questioning Mayor Ken Hopkins financial management.

Work On Cranston's Curran Lower Reservoir Dam Starting This Month

State regulators said the dam, built in 1950, is a high-hazard structure in unsafe condition.

3 Gun Control Measures In RI On Cusp Of Becoming Law

Measures include limiting magazine capacities, raising the age to 21 to buy guns and ammo and banning open carry for rifles and shotguns.

RI Senate Passes Bill Limiting Co-Pays For Diabetes Supplies

The bill sets a cap on the price of diabetes equipment to $25 for a 30-day supply, or per item intended to last longer than 30 days.

RI Lawmakers Take Another Step Toward Marijuana Legalization

If the bill passes, the state will automatically expunge previous convictions for cannabis possession, upon legalization.

RI Department Of Labor Worker Charged In $115K Fraud Case

Wendy Antonelli was the chief labor standards examiner for the Rhode Island Department and is facing fraud charges.

Gov. McKee Challenging RI Landlords To Help House Homeless

The challenge provides more than $3,000 for participating landlords that help Rhode Islanders experiencing homelessness find a home.

RI Starting Jobs Program For Woman Inmates

Gov. Dan McKee said the program is a "function of public safety," as employment is major factor in keeping people from returning to jail.

Bill Clinton Tells Brown Audience War In Ukraine Wasn't Preventable

Former President Clinton told the Brown University audience he thinks Russia might've joined NATO if Yeltsin hadn't suffered health issues.

Fines For Unvaccinated Rhode Islanders Proposed By State Lawmaker

State Sen. Sam Bell proposed fines of $50 a month for eligible Rhode Islanders who haven't been vaccinated against COVID-19.

Rhode Island's 'Don't Say Gay' Bill Killed In Committee

The chair of the education committee said the bill would amount to "institutional bullying" that would violate the Safe Schools Act.

RI Lawmaker: Drivers Shouldn't Pay For Newly Designed License Plates

The updated take on the long-running "wave" design will be rolled out starting this summer.

Increased Parental, Family Leave Greenlit By Rhode Island Senate

The bill's sponsor called the move "the right thing to do" for Rhode Island families.

Plastic Bag Ban Again Approved By Rhode Island Senate

The Senate also approved a bill to exempt reusable bags from Rhode Island sales tax.

Rhode Island's New License Plate Design Looks Pretty Familiar

Rhode Islanders weren't ready to say goodbye to the iconic wave design.

Former RI Gov. Raimondo Tests Positive For Coronavirus

Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo credited her vaccine and booster for preventing severe symptoms.

RI Invests $5M In Affordable Housing Redevelopment Projects

The funding is part of a larger bond for increasing access to affordable housing and revitalizing blighted buildings.

RI DCYF Settles Over Allegations Of Disability Discrimination

The agency agreed to establish policies and procedures to ensure proper communication and equal access to services, as required by law.

Proposed Law Would Pause RI's Gas Tax Until 2023

Rep. James McLaughlin introduced the legislation amid historically high gas prices in Rhode Island and across the country.

RI's COVID-19 Emergency Extended, No More Executive Orders

Gov. Dan McKee's power to issue COVID-19 executive orders will expire at the end of the month.

Daylight Saving Bill, Championed By Whitehouse, Passes US Senate

Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse has long pushed to make Daylight Saving Time Permanent, eliminating the need to "spring ahead" and "fall behind."

These Are The Finalists For RI's New License Plate Design

Rhode Islanders can vote for their favorite design of the five finalists.

RI Sec. Of State Calls For Pause To Gas Tax Amid Soaring Prices

Nellie Gorbea, who is running for governor, called for Gov. Dan McKee to suspend the tax to offer Rhode Island drivers relief at the pump.

Providence Loosens COVID-19 Vaccine Requirement For City Workers

Masks will no longer be required in city buildings for employees or visitors, starting this week.

New Opioid Settlement Doubles Payout To Rhode Island

Under the new agreement, Rhode Island will receive $45 million of the $5.5 billion total settlement.

Gina Raimondo Was 'Designated Survivor' For State Of The Union

The role means Rhode Island's former governor would have taken control of the U.S. government in the event of a disaster at the address.

RI Gov. Ready To Welcome Ukrainian Refugees 'With Open Arms'

"Ukrainian refugees should know that they can find solace and safety in our state," Gov. Dan McKee said.

RI Attorney General Tries To Block Sale Of Narragansett Electric

The AG said the company "does not sufficiently provide assurances that the sale is in the best interests of Rhode Islanders​."

RI Leaders Speak Out Against Russian Invasion Of Ukraine

Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse said the "unprovoked, bloody assault on a peaceful nation​" was an attack on post-WWII peace structures.

RI Governor Launches Campaign For Re-Election

Formerly lieutenant governor, McKee assumed the top job after former Gov. Gina Raimondo accepted a position in the Biden administration.

Rhode Island Lawmakers Approve New District Maps

The new district maps are created every 10 years, after the federal census is conducted.

RI Lawmakers Extend Governor's Emergency Powers To March

The resolution gives Gov. Dan McKee the power to extend the school mask mandate until March 4.

Proposed RI Law Would Redistribute Unused Medication

The program would allow people to donate unused medications to those who cannot afford or access them.