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July 20, 2023

Democrat senator who keyed car with 'Biden sucks' sticker learns punishment in court

Rhode Island State Sen. Joshua Miller apologized and admitted to obstruction of a police officer and keying a car that had a "Biden sucks" sticker last month. He was ordered to pay restitution.

July 5, 2023

Rhode Island man, 25, falls to death at Colorado national park waterfall over holiday weekend

The National Park Service warned visitors to stay away from the banks of waterways after a Rhode Island man died after falling from a Colorado waterfall.

June 29, 2023

US-based sailing team wins around-the-world Ocean Race under 'bizarre' circumstances

The 11th Hour Racing Team won the around-the-world Ocean Race after the World Sailing International Jury made ruling on Thursday regarding the team's crash.

June 28, 2023

Democrat state senator accused of keying car called to step down by Rhode Island GOP chair

Rhode Island's GOP chair called for state Sen. Joshua Miller to resign following his arrest after admitting to keying a man's car that had a "Biden sucks" sticker.

June 26, 2023

Democrat state senator arrested after admitting to keying car with ‘Biden sucks’ sticker: police

Rhode Island State Sen. Joshua Miller was arrested after a man pressed charges against the legislator for allegedly keying his car that had a "Biden sucks" sticker.

June 19, 2023

Rhode Island district weighs policy some say would 'out' trans kids to parents: They 'need to be involved'

Rhode Island school board members are considering a controversial policy that some say would be detrimental to transgender students whose parents refuse to accept them.

June 16, 2023

Top Rhode Island official out over work misconduct claims

Rhode Island Department of Administration official David Patten announced his resignation Friday following numerous allegations of professional misconduct.

June 16, 2023

Rhode Island Senate approves $14 billion budget proposal for 2024 fiscal year

A $14 billion budget was approved by the Rhode Island Senate for the 2024 fiscal year. The spending will be directed toward the housing crisis, education funding, and more.

June 16, 2023

Rhode Island lawmakers approve bill to replace lead pipes across the state

Lawmakers in Rhode Island approved a bill that would require the replacement of lead pipes across the state. The replacements would take place over the next ten years.

June 14, 2023

Rhode Island seeking federal funding for Newport Cliff Walk repairs

Rhode Island is seeking up to $10 million in federal funding to repair the Ocean State's iconic Cliff Walk in Newport, which sustained serious damage last March.