Politics & Government

RI Clings To 2nd House Seat Following 2020 Census: Patch PM

Also: Gas prices continue to climb | RI man shot in Los Angeles | more.

Rhode Island will keep both of its two seats in the U.S. House of Representatives.
Rhode Island will keep both of its two seats in the U.S. House of Representatives. (Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)

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Not So Little: RI Keeps 2nd House Seat Following 2020 Census

The future of Little Rhody's second House seat was in question heading into the 2020 census.


Man Shot Dead By Police In Los Angeles Was From North Providence

The LAPD says Richard Solitro was wearing body armor when he backed into their patrol car and confronted them.

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Police Identify Victims In Deadly Westerly Motorcycle Crash

One man was killed and a woman injured Saturday when a motorcycle and truck collided at the intersection of Shore and Langworthy roads.


After Holding Steady, Rhode Island Gas Prices Climb 3 Cents

This time last year, the average price of gas was nearly $1 cheaper per gallon.

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