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Rhode Island August 23, 2022

Rhode Island officials declare drought disaster, restrict water usage

Rhode Island is currently in the midst of a drought. Federal officials declared a disaster in the state as the drought continues to worsen.

White House August 19, 2022

Democratic Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, asked if Biden should run again, says 'I'm gonna duck that question'

Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse of Rhode Island asked to "duck the question" when asked if he believes President Biden should run for a second term in 2024.

Wisconsin August 17, 2022

Elderly man on vacation dies in Wisconsin drawbridge accident, police say

An elderly retiree on vacation was killed during a drawbridge accident in Wisconsin on Monday.

Rhode Island August 11, 2022

Rhode Island man arrested after driving around Providence with woman stuck on hood of car, police say

A Rhode Island man has been taken into custody after allegedly driving around Providence with a woman who had her hand stuck on the hood of his car, police say.

Rhode Island August 9, 2022

Rhode Island police leap onto Block Island ferry to break up brawl, video shows

A reported fight on a ferry traveling from Block Island to mainland Rhode Island has resulted in multiple injuries with police seen jumping on board off a moving boat.

Rhode Island August 8, 2022

Rhode Island National Guard promotes first Black colonel

The Rhode Island National Guard held their promotion ceremony on Saturday at the Joint Force headquarters. At the ceremony, Sharon Harmon attained the rank of colonel.

EDUCATION August 4, 2022

Rhode Island mom sues after discovering 'secret' 'antiracist' meetings held in district

A Rhode Island mom was blocked from attending an 'antiracist' official 'public' meeting in violation of the law, a lawsuit by the Goldwater Institute said.

Music July 26, 2022

Joni Mitchell performs first full set in over 20 years at Newport Folk Festival

Joni Mitchell joined Brandi Carlisle and other artists on stage at the Newport Folk Festival Sunday for her first full set in over 20 years as a result of health complications.

Rhode Island July 21, 2022

Rhode Island basketball coach criminally charged for naked 'fat test' performed on male students

A famous Rhode Island basketball coach has been criminally charged for performing naked "fat tests" on male students. Aaron Thomas' arraignment is scheduled for August 19, 2022.

Rhode Island July 19, 2022

Rhode Island man robs strip club, takes $25K: Reports

The suspect allegedly walked into a Rhode Island strip club before it opened, put a gun to the manager's, demanding the money he was counting

Rhode Island July 18, 2022

RI sues five landlords over 'significant lead hazards'

Rhode Island is suing three properties in Providence, Central Falls, and Newport which contained "significant lead hazards."