New Tariffs Take Effect: What That Could Mean For RI Consumers

President Donald Trump's long-promised tariffs on imported goods from Canada and Mexico took effect today, and costs are expected to rise.

4 DUIs; 2 Domestic Assaults: Cranston Police Arrest Log

The following people were arrested by Cranston police between Jan. 18 and Jan. 21.

13 Lab Service Dogs In Training Need Volunteer 'Puppy Raisers'

Full-time puppy raisers take service dogs in training into their homes and provide care, socialization, and basic obedience training.

Cranston Group Gets $520K Grant To Support Local Food System

The grants "will benefit food producers statewide and help get more fresh, RI-grown food and products to tables," U.S. Sen. Jack Reed says.

Rain Could Dampen A Midweek Warm-Up: RI Weekly Weather Forecast

Here's a look at this week's weather forecast for Rhode Island, as reported by AccuWeather.

RI Lawmakers Propose Allowing Utility Companies To Buy Nuclear Power

If passed, the bill would allow utility companies to purchase nuclear power to save Rhode Island residents money on their electricity bills.

See Dangerous Chemicals In Drinking Water: RI Top Stories

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

Person Hit By Train; Man Admits To Having Machine Guns: PM Patch RI

Also: See which water supplies have dangerous chemicals; a parade of planets; cold temperatures ending the weekend; more.

Meth Possession; Cyberstalking; A DUI: Cranston Police Arrest Log

The following people were arrested by Cranston police between Jan. 15 and Jan. 17.

Days In The 50s, But Rain, Temperature Drop Coming: RI Weekend Weather

Here's a look at the weekend weather, forecast for Rhode Island, as reported by AccuWeather.

Chemicals Found In RI Drinking Water Revealed In New Study

A variety of compounds found in tap water could have negative health impacts on people.

Parade Of Planets On Feb. 28: How To See All 7 Planets Align In RI

These planetary hangouts happen when several planets appear to line up in the night sky at once.

3 Men Accused Of Trying To Have Sex With Child: PM Patch RI

Also: Stop & Shop situation "a serious concern"; driver in fatal crash was intoxicated; a total lunar eclipse coming; budget news; more.

Stop & Shop Situation A 'Serious Concern': Rhode Island Treasurer

A strike threat over health insurance and a possible warehouse closing have prompted three state treasurers to send a letter to Stop & Shop.

Total Lunar Eclipse Coming Soon Over RI Skies: When To Look Up

The total lunar eclipse overnight March 13-14, 2025, is the first visible over Rhode Island since 2022.

House Passes Budget Plan With Medicaid Cuts: How RI Delegation Voted

No member of the Rhode Island delegation voted in favor of the budget, which one local official said was a "billionaire-first" plan.

Felony Shoplifting; 3 Assaults: Cranston Police Arrest Log

The following people were arrested by Cranston police between Jan. 12 and Jan. 15.

Domestic Felony Assault; DUI; More: Coventry Police Arrest Log

The following people were arrested by Coventry police between Feb. 14 and Thursday.

Apartment Complex Fire Displaces Dozens Of People: PM Patch RI

Also: How to help Coventry police K-9 win $12k; big changes coming to U.S. Postal Service; warmer temperatures coming, but also rain.

Trump Considering Big Changes For Postal Service: What To Know In RI

U.S. Rep. Seth Magaziner (D-Rhode Island), co-sponsors a bill in an effort to prevent the privatization of the U.S. Postal Service.

Back In The 50s, But Expect Some Rain: RI Weekly Weather Forecast

Here's a look at this week's weather forecast for Rhode Island, as reported by AccuWeather.

RI's Best Employers To Work For; Possible DOGE Money: RI Top Stories

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

Real ID Deadline Approaches: What RI Residents Need To Know

Here’s what Rhode Island residents need to know about getting their Real ID Act before the May 7, 2025, deadline.

When Does Daylight Saving Time Begin? What To Know In RI

There’s a chance it could be the last time we “spring forward,” as the practice on the second Sunday in March has become known.

Will RI Residents See DOGE Stimulus Payments? What To Know

President Trump said he likes the idea of giving $5,000 back to taxpayers as a "DOGE Dividend" from Elon Musk's department.

Getting Close To Back In The 40s: RI Weekend Weather Forecast

Here's a look at the weekend weather, forecast for Rhode Island, as reported by AccuWeather.

U.S. Measles Cases Rise Nationwide: Should We Worry In RI?

See five things Rhode Islanders need to know about the current outbreaks and other pertinent facts about measles.

4 RI Companies Ranked Among Forbes’ Best Employers​: PM Patch RI

Also: Zachary Cunha to resign as U.S. Attorney for Rhode Island​ at Trump's request; flu, norovirus cases remain high; a liquidation sale.

Flu, Norovirus Rates Remain High In RI: How To Protect Yourself

As of Tuesday, more than 900 people in Rhode Island have been hospitalized with influenza this flu season, state health officials say.

Zachary Cunha Resigning As U.S. Attorney For Rhode Island

Zachary Cunha, the U.S. Attorney for the District of Rhode Island​, has resigned after being asked to do so by President Donald Trump.

Some Snow; Lots Of Wind: RI Weekly Weather Forecast

Here's a look at this week's weather forecast for Rhode Island, as reported by AccuWeather.

Power Outage Fears As 65+ MPH Winds Follow Storm: See RI Snow Totals

Here are some of the top snow totals from Saturday night into Sunday morning before many areas of Rhode Island changed to sleet.

RI AG Joins 20 AGs Across U.S. In Supporting Trans People In Military

The brief supports a lawsuit to block the implementation of President Donald Trump's executive order banning trans people in the military.

Joann Fabrics Closing Stores; Flu Rates Rising: RI Top Stories

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

RI Lawmakers React To Trillions Of Tax, Spending Cuts: PM Patch RI

Also: Rhode Island state Rep. Enrique Sanchez​ refuses to resign amid DUI accusation; find out if the home you're renting has lead; more.

RI Lawmakers React To Trillions Of Tax, Spending Cuts In House Budget

"Big cuts to education, health care, agriculture. Even bigger tax cuts for the wealthy. Hard. No," U.S. Rep Seth Magaziner (D-RI) says.

RI Launches Public Rental Registry On Lead Compliance In Homes

The Rhode Island Department of Health creates the public database to protect children and families from the hazards of lead exposure.

Child Endangerment; DUI; Domestic Assault: Cranston Police Arrest Log

The following people were arrested by Cranston police between Jan. 9 and Jan. 12.

Sanchez Refuses To Resign After Arrest, Denies He Drove Drunk: Report

Rhode Island state Rep. Enrique Sanchez​ (D-Providence) says he was having a "medical issue" and was not intoxicated when he was arrested.

Tahini Sesame Paste​ Recalled; PS5s Stolen From Walmart; PM Patch RI

Also: A rape charge; influenza rates continue to grow; three DUIs; more.