Rhode Island

Rhode Island Energy customers can expect lower electricity supply costs for the upcoming summer season beginning on April 1, according to a news release from Rhode Island Energy. The energy company says that it has filed summer electricity supply prices for its “Last Resort Service” (LRS) customers with the Rhode Island Public Utilities Commission (PUC), […]

Three Newport city council members are pressing for answers about reported unauthorized dumping at Easton’s Pond and updates on the city’s lead pipe replacement efforts. Council members Xay Khamsyvoravong, David Carlin, and Steph Smyth have requested a special meeting of the Newport City Council to tackle these environmental and health concerns. The meeting, called under […]

By MIKE CATALINI Associated Press Attorneys general from 22 states sued Tuesday to block President Donald Trump’s move to end a century-old immigration practice known as birthright citizenship guaranteeing that U.S.-born children are citizens regardless of their parents’ status. Trump’s roughly 700-word executive order, issued late Monday, amounts to a fulfillment of something he’s talked about during the […]

The Middletown Town Council meeting set for Jan. 21 is now moved to Jan. 27 at 5:30 pm. Town officials announced this change on Tuesday, citing multiple reasons for the delay. The council has expressed regret for any issues this last-minute change might cause. The upcoming meeting’s agenda covers several important topics, including: Pre-budget talks […]

Rhode Island Attorney General Peter F. Neronha is teaming up with 19 other states to challenge President Donald Trump’s executive order on birthright citizenship, calling it unconstitutional. The order, signed on January 20, 2025, aims to deny citizenship to children born in the U.S. to non-citizen parents. This move goes against both the 14th Amendment […]

President Donald Trump has taken office for a second non-consecutive term, sworn in on Monday, January 20, 2025. Rhode Island’s congressional representatives have shared their thoughts on the event. Rep. Seth Magaziner, representing Rhode Island’s 2nd District, says he’ll work with the administration when it benefits his constituents. He promises to “stand up to extremism, […]

Governor Dan McKee today in a press release outlined the resources and health guidance available to help keep residents safe during snowfall expected Sunday and extreme cold anticipated to start on Monday.  The latest forecast (3 pm on Jan 18) from the National Weather Service calls for the following conditions in Newport over the next […]

Portsmouth is putting a parking ban in place due this weekend. The ban starts Sunday, January 19 at 5 p.m. and runs until Monday, January 20 at noon. The Portsmouth Police Department shared this information on social media Friday, January 17. In their social media post, the police department said, “Thank you for your patience […]

Story by Lt.Cmdr. Peter Pagano , U.S. Naval War College. This story originally appeared here. Newport, R.I. – The U.S. Naval War College (NWC) Wargaming department (WGD) hosted the 13th iteration of its “Wargaming 101” introductory course, onboard Naval Station Newport, Jan. 7-16. The spring 2025 session of Wargaming 101 welcomed 42 participants from 20 different Department […]

Rhode Island’s Governor Dan McKee is pushing for a new Culinary and Hospitality Hub at the Community College of Rhode Island’s Newport Campus. This initiative is part of his budget proposal for the 2026 fiscal year. The plan calls for $850,000 in capital funds to be spread over the next two fiscal years, according to […]

On Thursday, Congressman Gabe Amo (RI-01) announced his new leadership role as the Vice Ranking Member of the House Committee on Foreign Affairs for the 119th Congress. “I’m humbled by the opportunity to serve as Vice Ranking Member on the House Committee on Foreign Affairs this Congress,” said Vice Ranking Member Gabe Amo in a statement. “I […]

Governor Dan McKee submitted his FY 2026 budget to the Rhode Island General Assembly, emphasizing investments in education and workforce development without raising broad-based taxes. The budget proposal aims to close a $250 million deficit while maintaining key programs and initiatives. “This budget is about protecting the progress Rhode Island has made over the last […]

Newport City Council is gearing up for its Regular Council Meeting on Jan. 22 at 6:30 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers. The agenda covers a lot of ground, from liquor licenses to environmental consulting services. The Board of License Commissioners will tackle several items, including Class F Daily Liquor Licenses for events at […]

Rhode Island Governor Dan McKee presented his 2025 State of the State Address at the Rhode Island State House on Tuesday, January 15. Here are his remarks, as prepared for delivery. Mr. Speaker, Mr. President, members of the legislature, General Officers, Chief Justice, members of the Judiciary, municipal leaders, and my cabinet – good evening.Tonight, […]

Newport’s Democratic City Committee has a new leader at the helm. Angela Lima, who previously served as a city councilor, was voted in as the committee’s chair on Monday night. The NDCC shared the news on Instagram, highlighting Lima’s background in leadership roles. They posted a congratulatory message for their new chair, welcoming her to […]

Newport Police Chief Ryan Duffy has been sworn in as a member of the Executive Board of the Rhode Island Police Chiefs Association (RIPCA). Chief Duffy, who has led the Newport Police Department for two years, expressed his gratitude for the nomination and selection to the executive board. “I was very honored to be nominated […]

Shoumita Dasgupta, Boston University Threats of mass deportations loom on the post-2024 election horizon. Some supporters claim these will protect the country from immigrants who bring “bad genes” into America. But this is a misguided use of the language of science to give a sheen of legitimacy to unscientific claims. Politicians invoke genetics to confirm […]