New Program To Award $3M To Minority Businesses In Rhode Island

The McKee administration announced the Rhode Island Minority Business Accelerator Program’s Intermediary-Based Initiative this week.

Providence Marina Receives $1,100 Grant To Pump Sewage From Water

Eight federal grants were given to state marinas to help keep coastal waters across Rhode Island clean.

Providence's Bond Rating Improves For Second Time Within Fiscal Year

Moody's Investors Service reported a stable financial outlook after upgrading Providence rating from Baa1 to A3.

Rhode Island Superior Court Judge Richard Licht Hit By Car

Judge Richard Licht was taken to Rhode Island Hospital ​and was in critical condition after being hit outside the Rhode Island State House.

Oscar Perez Named Providence's Next Police Chief

Oscar Perez will be the first-ever Latin American to serve as the head of the Providence Police Department.

Mayor Smiley Announces Final Candidates For Providence Police Chief

The three candidates will appear at a public forum Feb. 8.

Senate Minority Caucus Submits Legislation To Reduce State Sales Tax

Senate Minority Leader Jessica de la Cruz called to reduce the tax on all items currently subject to the tax from 7 percent to 5 percent.

RIDOT Is First State Agency To Reach 100 Percent LED Conversion

The move will save more than $1 million a year on electricity costs, according to the governor's office.

Wednesday's Powerball Jackpot? $653 Million

Lottery officials: Before taxes, the one-time cash payout is expected to be $350.5M.

Ex-Providence City Council Hopeful Violates Campaign Finance Laws: AG

Prosecutors said Goerge Catala failed to file two required finance reports from his Ward 9 city council campaign in the 2022 election.

Sanchez Resolution Urges RIDE To Keep Providence Schools Open

The resolution was co-sponsored by 19 other representatives from around the state.

RI Expands Homeless Shelter Capacity With Hartford Avenue Facility

Crossroads plans to operate 662 Hartford Ave. in Providence as a dedicated emergency couple’s shelter.

Mega Millions Jackpot Climbs To $1.1 Billion

The one-time cash payout is expected to increase to around $569 million before taxes. The odds of winning are one in 303 million.

Gregg Amore Sworn In As Rhode Island’s 30th Secretary Of State

“Democracy’s preservation requires a commitment to the truth, transparency in government, and fair, free and secure elections,” Amore said.

U.S. Attorney Issues Statement On Passing Of Lincoln C. Almond

"As United States Attorney, Lincoln C. Almond led by example," U.S. Attorney Zachary A. Cunha said.

Former Urban League RI Site Set For Redevelopment In Providence

City and state officials have secured over $2.5 million in funds to turn the Praire Avenue property into a "community hub."

McKee Activates National Guard To Run Cranston Street Armory Shelter

The National Guard and state agencies said they are delivering cots, blankets, water and portable bathroom facilities to the warming shelter

How Secure Public Pensions Are In Rhode Island

Some states are better positioned to pay public sector employees in retirement than others.

Providence Bond Rating Hits Highest Mark In Over A Decade

The city's annual review ended with an "A" bond rating, the highest mark since 2011, officials said.

Election 2022 Results: Providence City Council Totals

Here's how the votes shook out for contested races on the City Council, according to the State Board of Elections.

How The Rhode Island Governor's Salary Compares To Other States

Elected officials make significantly less than most CEOs with that kind of influence.

Providence City Council Tweaks Reparations Bill, United Way Steps In

The council sent the plan back to committee, and the United Way will administer a new COVID-19 equity plan that was allocated $1.75 million.

First Lady Jill Biden To Visit Rhode Island College

Biden will also attend a campaign event for Gov. Dan McKee, who is seeking re-election in 2022.

11 Providence Parks Getting Free WiFi Access: Here's Where

The city has added free WiFi service to six Providence parks as of Tuesday. Five more will have WiFi in the coming weeks, officials said.

RI Board Of Elections Upholds City Council Primary Results

The results first reported from the primary remain unchanged after the state Board of Elections certified them on Tuesday.

9 Rhode Island Primary Election Races May Be Heading For A Recount

Most requests come from city council challengers in Providence, but three State House races could also see a recount. Here's what to know.

Tiara Mack, RI's Twerking TikTok Candidate, Wins State Senate Primary

Tiara Mack has won the Democratic primary race for State Senator in Rhode Island's Assembly District 6, according to the Board of Elections.

Providence Council Primary 2022 Election Results: Incumbents Hold

Susan Anderbois narrowly won the Ward 3 primary, defeating Corey Jones by only 15 votes. Here's who else won.

Brett Smiley Declares Victory In Providence Mayoral Primary Election

Nearly 99 percent of the vote was reported by 11 p.m. on Tuesday night, showing Smiley with nearly 1,200 more votes than Gonzalo Cuervo.

How Close Is The Race For RI Governor? Neck And Neck, Polls Say

Polling in the gubernatorial Democratic primary shows the race is nearly a toss-up. Here's what to know this primary day.

Speaker Pelosi Endorses Foulkes For Governor In Providence Visit

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi was in Providence this weekend, hoping to aid gubernatorial candidate Helena Foulkes days ahead of the primary.

Speaker Nancy Pelosi To Visit Rhode Island For Helena Foulkes Rally

The Democratic candidate for Governor will welcome Pelosi to Rhode Island, and will also be joined by Providence Mayor Jorge Elorza.

RI 2022 Primary Early Voting: See Providence Polling Sites

Get your civic duty out of the way early this week. Early voting in Providence will last until Sept. 12 ahead of the Sept. 13 primary.

RI Election 2022 Candidate Profile: Donnie Anderson For State Senate

Learn more about state Senate candidate Donnie Anderson and where she stands on the issues.

RI Election 2022 Candidate Profile: Lenny Cioe For State Senate

Learn more about state Senate candidate Lenny Cioe and where he stands on the issues.

Providence Mayoral Debates This Week: When, Where And How To Watch

The Providence Rotary Club will host an afternoon debate, and WPRI will follow up with one in the evening. Here's what to know.

RI Gov. Dan McKee Tests Positive For COVID-19

The governor said he was "experiencing very minor symptoms" and would continue to work while in isolation.

Providence Extends Guaranteed Income Program

The six-month extension will use $500,000 of American Rescue Plan Act funds, the mayor said. Here's what researchers have learned so far.

RI Primary Election 2022: Deadlines, Voting Details In Providence

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

Rhode Island Settles $1.7M Pollution Case With Chevron, Irving, Valero

Rhode Island recently entered into separate settlements with other companies including Shell and Sunoco for soil and groundwater pollution.