74 Interview: Soon-To-Be Rhode Island Gov. Dan McKee On COVID-19 Response, Community-Based Afterschool Programs To Make Up For Lost Learning

In his political start as Cumberland mayor, McKee made education a cornerstone of his work.

Outgoing Gov. Gina Raimondo’s Education Legacy: An ‘Atmosphere Of Innovation’ In Rhode Island Schools

“She’s helped us prove what’s possible,” said Meghan Hughes, president of the Community College of Rhode Island.

Rhode Island Gets A "D" For Its State Finances

Each Rhode Island taxpayer is on the hook for $14,700

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Rhode Island Gets A "D" For Its State Finances

A new analysis reveals that Rhode Island's state financial condition has improved slightly.

Rhode Island retiree health care severely underfunded

Across the 50 states retiree health care is only 7% funded

More States, Including Rhode Island, Now Hiding 911 Recordings

RI is one of about a dozen states that prohibit the release of 911 recordings without the written consent of the caller or by court order.

How Rhode Island’s Emergency 911 System Failed Baby Alijah

Rhode Island 911 operators rarely instruct callers in CPR, doctors and EMS officials say. Better training could save hundreds every year.

RI Sets Up "Complete Count" Committee for 2020 Census

The committee seeks to ensure that "undercounted" groups, including the homeless, non-English speakers and the LGBTQ community, are counted.

Raimondo Makes RI Public Safety Appointments

The state has new leaders for the State Police, Department of Corrections and Emergency Management Agency.

Reed, Cicilline Blast Trump On Syrian Withdrawal

Legislators said the Trump administration is wrong to withdraw American troops with ISIS militants still holding Syrian territory.

Election 2018: Raimondo, Whitehouse Win Re-election

Cicilline, Langevin win re-election, too; state bond issues pass easily

Rhode Island Ranked Third Nationally For Energy Efficiency

Rhode Island has ranked in the top 10 each of the past 10 years, and it's the second consecutive year that the state has ranked third.

Incumbent State Sen. Calkin Defeated By Party Endorsed McKenney

Rhode Island Democratic party officials chose to endorse McKenney over the incumbent.

Senate Candidates Pivot To November After Lopsided Primary Wins

Whitehouse attacked President Donald Trump and stressed the importance of keeping Democrats in the Senate and Congress.

Election Results: RI Primary 2018

Gov. Gina Raimondo has been declared the winner of the Democratic primary. Several races still have not declared a winner.

RI Primary Voter Turnout Off To Slow Start In Some Cities

As of noon, Cumberland, Pawtucket, and Woonsocket are all seeing low turnouts.

Wednesday Rhode Island Primary: Last Time Was 1988

Thirty years later, Rhode Island’s primaries are again on a Wednesday to accommodate for the Jewish Holiday Rosh Hashanah​.

Gov. Raimondo Orders All Flags At Half-staff For September 11

Raimondo also asked Rhode Islanders to lower their flags to half-staff as a sign of respect.

RI Primary Election Coverage: Where To Vote?

This is Rhode Island's guide for all your common voting questions

Guns Banned in Rhode Island Schools Except For Police

Gov. Raimondo said this will close a loophole in state law that allows people with concealed carry permits to have a gun in school.

RI Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse Named Pallbearer At McCain's Funeral

Whitehouse will be one of 15 pallbearers for McCain's memorial service at Washington National Cathedral.

Governor Gina Raimondo Orders Flag At Half-staff For John McCain

Raimondo said flags will return to full staff at sunset this Sunday.

New Settlement A 'Roadmap' For Improving Rhode Island DCYF: AG

A lawsuit was filed after the 2004 death of 3-year-old Thomas "T.J." Wright, who was beaten to death while in the custody of his aunt.

Ex-Forever 21 Worker: Secret Restroom Camera Recorded Me

She filed a lawsuit accusing Forever 21 of negligence for failing to install security features in the employee locker room.

Renegotiate $83M PawSox Stadium Deal: House Speaker

Under the proposal, the team would contribute $12 million to the project up front and $33 million financed by a taxable lease revenue bond.

East Providence, Woonsocket, Awarded Nearly $2M To Help Those Most In Need

The cities will split more than $1.9 million in this round of Community Development Block Grant funding.