The new law would give licenses to undocumented immigrants who qualify for the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program.
Gov. Gina Raimondo sent out a tweet late Tuesday afternoon to say she is running for a second term.
The topic is the Democrats' economic agenda.
The state on Friday released a report about the status of locally administered pension plans. Is yours in "critical condition?"
Gov. Gina Raimondo was set to deliver the State of the State address Tuesday evening. Republicans countered with their own address.
The councilors meet to discuss the fire department study. A second meeting is being held to consider the needs of the animal shelter.
Superior Court Justice Richard Licht said the fact marijuana is illegal under federal law does not conflict with the state law.
The governor has ordered all state buildings to lower the flags Monday.
The Army has said little about the accident, except that it is investigating.
Winfield (D-Dist. 53, Smithfield, Glocester) was given the organization’s “Inspire Greatness” award at its Chairman’s Reception June 2.
At the Resist Hate RI rally today at the Rhode Island Statehouse, the governor said there is and always will be a place in RI for everyone.
The RI Interfaith Coalition to Reduce Poverty brought together leaders from faith communities and state government.
The public works department issued the parking ban, due to the snowstorm.
Some customers are upset about a farm store's display of a Hillary Clinton doll in a noose.
The bill guarantees Jews the right to observe their faith without interference from landlords or condo associations.
But Rhode Island isn't out of the weeds yet and future deficits loom.
Rick Benjamin, the state poet, is stepping down Jan. 1 after accepting a job in California.
Disability advocates marked 25 years since the Americans with Disabilities Act was passed in 1990.
Governor Gina Raimondo issued the order on Monday to pay respect to the five military members killed in Tennessee on Thursday.
Governor Gina Raimondo said cybersecurity is a "cutting-edge" industry and the state is poised to benefit.
Grab your crayons, kids. It's time to enter the Beetle Drawing Competition.
The Rhode Island congressional delegation issued statements Tuesday that said the deal with Iran will keep the world safer, if implemented.
"Where are the employees we’re working to attract going to live?" asks Rhode Island Housing Director Barbara Fields.
The bills, sponsored by U.S. Rep. David Cicilline, would restrict gun access to children, criminals and people with "serious mental illness"
A roundup of some of the action in the Rhode Island General Assembly last week.
How would you use the $173 million surplus funds?
The bill will enable school PTOs to sell baked goods on Election Day after a controversy put a stop to the practice last year.
The Senate Judiciary Committee will meet to hear a number of closely-watched bills that would amend the state constitution.
"During the next weeks and months, I look forward to sharing with you my thoughts about the future of our great country," Chafee said.
The state is expected to recoup about $4.7 million for storm-related costs from the federal government.
If the House approves a similar bill, drivers could face fines up to $100 for using a non-hands-free phone by 2017.
“Marijuana prohibition has been a long-term failure,” said State Sen. Joshua Miller, D-Cranston/Providence.
Former Speaker of the House Gordon Fox will serve three years in prison for using a campaign account as a slush fund and taking bribes.
A champion for the people and a key figure in the 2004 passage of separation of powers legislation has died after a battle with cancer.
The legislation would apply to all forms of tobacco.
The bill would roll back a 2010 law that legalized sparklers and other small fireworks but some say opened the door to a free-for-all.
The law would let immigrants use a foreign birth certificate to obtain a driving permit, though it couldn't be used as a state ID.
Governor Gina Raimondo has announced the names and job descriptions of everyone hired to serve in the Governor's office.
It was widely expected that Governor-elect Gina Raimondo would appoint Lt. Governor Elizabeth Roberts for the post.
After voting in local and state races, Rhode Islanders will be asked seven questions. Here's what you need to know.