2 Critically-Endangered Red Wolf Pups Born At Roger Williams Park Zoo

The pups and mother took their first steps outside over the weekend. Visitors might be able to catch glimpses of them in the coming weeks.

How Land Diversity In Rhode Island Compares To Other States

Data from the U.S. Geological Survey shows how the lower 48 states rank in terms of land diversity.

How Rhode Island Cities Rank On Best-Performing Index

Though the Providence-Warwick area's rank improved from 2022, the metro still ranked in the fourth tier of U.S. large cities.

Providence Among Best Places To Live: U.S. News Rankings

Providence ranked No. 86, according to the U.S. News rankings. It also ranked the 47th best place to retire and No. 24 for quality of life.

Pope Francis Accepts Providence Bishop Thomas Tobin's Retirement

Bishop Thomas ​Tobin was replaced by Richard Henning, who became the Roman Catholic Diocese of Providence's ninth bishop.

What It Costs To Retire Comfortably In Rhode Island

Most Americans are woefully underprepared for retirement.

How Gas Taxes In Rhode Island Compare To Other States

State-imposed gas taxes and fees can account for anywhere from 2.3% of the total cost of gas to 16.5%, depending on where you live.

How Much Rhode Island Taxes Its Residents Compared To Other States

Rhode Island is the 16th highest among states.

This Is How Many World War II Veterans Live In Rhode Island

Nearly 80 years have passed since the war’s end, and an average of 180 veterans of the conflict die each day in the United States.

Police Investigate Fatal Shooting Of 15-Year-Old Boy In Providence

When officers arrived at the scene, they found the unidentified teenager who was shot.

What It's Like To Retire In Rhode Island Compared To Other States

Rhode Island ranks as the 17th worst place to retire among the 50 states.

Applications Open For Blue Across Rhode Island Day Of Service

Nonprofit organizations are invited to request the support of a team of BCBSRI volunteers for an entire day.

How Police Department Spending In Rhode Island Compares To Other States

Grassroots support for the defund the police movement also appears to be slipping.

How Fast Rhode Island's Economy Is Growing

The U.S. economy expanded at a faster rate than expected in the third quarter of 2022.

How Rhode Island's Homelessness Problem Compares To The Nation

A reported 1,577 people were experiencing homelessness in Rhode Island in January 2022.

This Is How Alcohol Consumption In Rhode Island Compares To Other States

There is a growing body of evidence that suggests that any alcohol consumption, however moderate, can have negative health consequences.

How Living Off The Grid In Rhode Island Compares To Other States

Rhode Island ranks as the second worst state for those seeking to live off the grid.

Public Mural In Providence To Honor People Of AAPI Descent

The mural outside the Washington Park Library will be unveiled in May in honor of Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage month.

$1 Million Jackpot Winner; Noose Photo Threats; More: RI Top Stories

See the top 10 most read stories on RI Patch in the past week, including a new fireworks display, a child abuser getting convicted and more.

This Is How Much The Federal Government Makes From Gun Sales In Rhode Island

Surging demand for firearms has been a boon not only for the balance sheets of American gun makers, but also government coffers.

Home Childcare Providers, RIDHS To Announce Contract Settlement

The two organizations worked collaboratively to address important issues affecting home childcare providers.

The Number Of Americans Killed From Rhode Island In Post 9/11 Wars

A reported 20 people from Rhode Island died in the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan of the last two decades.

This Is The Largest Military Base In Rhode Island

Naval Station Newport, located in Newport, ranks as the largest military base in Rhode Island by troop count.

Rhode Island Reports Significant Increase In Stress As Inflation Reaches 40-Year High

American adults have found inflation to be “very stressful” in the last two months.

Providence Meet Providence: Roger Williams Zoo Welcomes New Giraffe

The zoo recently welcomed a Masai Giraffe, part of a species that has lost close to 50 percent in population over the last 30 years.

Roger Williams Park Zoo Mourns Death Of Cheetah Johari

The cheetah dealt with a stomach ailment which caused her health to decline sharply over the last few weeks, zoo officials shared.

This Is How Much Money Rhode Island's Economy Makes From The Gun Industry

With these back-to-back years of historic gun sales, someone is profiting big.

Pumpkin Patches Near Providence

Pumpkin season is almost here. Find out where to get the pick of the patch near Providence.

Local Career Fair Offers Various Job Opportunities and Signing Bonuses

Career Fair set for October 19 in East Providence

Roger Williams Park Zoo Mourns Red Panda Sha-Lei

The zoo announced the death of the red panda on Tuesday morning. She's lived in Rhode Island since January 2013.

How Rhode Island's Student Debt Crisis Compares To Other States

The Biden Administration's recent announcement regarding student debt relief thrust the topic into the forefront of the news.

Providence Vigil Honors Overdose Awareness Day

Providence will join cities and towns across Rhode Island hosting vigils and awareness events to mark Overdose Awareness Day on Aug. 31.

This Is The City With The Most Gun Stores In Rhode Island

As of the beginning of the year, there were six federally-licensed firearm dealers in Warwick.

Rhode Island Reports Fewer Gun Sales Per Capita Than Most States This Year

In Rhode Island, an estimated 17,100 guns were sold from January through July 2022 based on FBI background check data.

2020 Was The Deadliest Year For Rhode Island In The Last Decade

There were 32 homicides reported in the state in 2020, or 3.0 for every 100,000 people.

This Is How Dangerous Law Enforcement Jobs Are In Rhode Island

Tasked with protecting lives and property, police officers have one of the most dangerous jobs in the United States.

Rhode Island Homicides Up Over Last Decade

Homicides were up by nearly 30% in the United States in 2020, the largest single-year increase on record.

Endangered Golden Lion Tamarin Born At Roger Williams Park Zoo

The zoo's newest baby was born on Aug. 11, zoo officials said this week. They have yet to determine the sex of the baby.

Dare To Dream Ranch Hosts Yellow Ribbon Gala Fundraiser

The gala is Friday, September 16 at Crowne Plaza Hotel in Warwick at 6 p.m. featuring a live and silent auction, dinner, and entertainment

How The Foreclosure Rate In Rhode Island Compares To The Nation

The foreclosure rate in the state of one in every 1,560 homes ranks as the 14th lowest in the nation.