6 charged in Rhode Island cockfighting operation
Six men were charged Monday for their roles in a Rhode Island cockfighting operation with each facing up to five years in prison. File Photo…
Walz agrees to an Oct. 1 vice presidential debate on CBS. Vance hasn’t responded
Tim Walz has agreed to an Oct. 1 vice presidential debate on CBS against his Republican rival, JD Vance, who has not yet responded to…
Construction on state-of-art NOAA Atlantic operations center begins in R.I.
An architectural rendering of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's future marine operations center at Naval Station Newport shows a new pier and other features.…
Gov’t to stay open after Senate approves funding bill in early morning vote
1 of 2 | Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., announced late Friday the Senate had reached an agreement on a $1.2 trillion spending measure…
After House approval, Senate works late on $1.2T budget bill as shutdown deadline nears
Speaker of the House Mike Johnson, R-La. speaks during a press conference at the U.S. Capitol on Wednesday. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo…
Feds investigating possible fraud in partial closure of Rhode Island bridge
The recent and unexpected closure of westbound lanes on the Washington Bridge connecting East Providence and Providence, R.I., has triggered a federal investigation into possible…
Senate approves remaining military promotions blocked by Sen. Tuberville
Sen. Tommy Tuberville, R-Ala., removed his blockade on the promotions of 11 four-star generals on Tuesday. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo Dec.…
At least 2 dead as powerful storm brings heavy rain, winds to New England
1 of 6 | Pedestrians carry umbrellas as they walk through heavy rain in Times Square in New York City on Monday. Heavy rain and…
I lived in the ‘possessed’ house that inspired The Conjuring – it’s riddled with ghosts…I never go to the basement alone
A WOMAN who lived at one of the most haunted houses in the world has revealed her most spine-chilling moments - but she still sleeps…
Hurricane Lee’s outer rain bands begin swirling into New England
Calling Lee a "large hurricane," forecasters at the National Hurricane Center said little change is expected in its strength but it is "expected to remain…
U.S. Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo to talk tech on China visit
1/2 U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo is visiting China and is set to arrive in Beijing Sunday just as a long-standing bilateral technology between…
U.S. identifies three new areas for potential offshore wind energy development
1/2 U.S. President Joe Biden delivers remarks after launching a federal offshore wind program last year. On Monday, the government announced three news areas in…
Woman charged with trespassing outside Taylor Swift’s Rhode Island mansion
Taylor Swift's mansion in Rhode Island was the scene of a trespassing incident this week, police said. File Photo by John Angelillo/UPI | License Photo…
White House praises Minnesota for enacting paid family leave for new parents
The administration of President Joe Biden on Thursday praised Minnesota for becoming the 12th state to enact paid family leave for new parents, after Gov.…
Rhode Island governor signs bill to cover abortions for state workers, Medicaid recipients
Rhode Island Gov. Daniel McKee on Thursday signed legislation to expand access to abortion in his state. Photo courtesy of Rhode Island Gov. Dan McKee/Twitter…
Supreme Court keeps abortion pill mifepristone broadly available for now
1/4 The Supreme Court left in place the Food and Drug Administration's approval of mifepristone on Friday, allowing access to the drug while legal challenges…
Supreme Court set to make decision on access to abortion pills
1/3 Anti-abortion activists demonstrated in front of the Supreme Court as it is expected to decide whether to keep the abortion pill mifepristone available or…
Treasury Dept. announces $339 million to support small businesses across U.S.
Since 2021, President Joe Biden's administration has used the American Rescue Plan to issue federal funds to help promote small business expansion throughout the country…
Rhode Island Rep. David Cicilline stepping down to lead non-profit foundation
1/3 Rep. David Cicilline, D-R.I., confirmed Tuesday he will step down in June to lead a foundation that provides funding to non-profit groups. File Photo…
New laws on minimum wage, cannabis use, criminal justice reform take effect in 2023
1/3 Service Employee International Union Fight for $15 a Hour holds a rally outside the US Capitol in Washington, DC on Wednesday, May 19, 2021.…