Nov 06 What to expect in Rhode Island's 2023 special elections By Robert Yoon, Associated Press Democrat Gabe Amo and Republican Gerry Leonard face off in a special congressional election in Rhode Island on Tuesday to complete the term of former Democratic U.S. Rep. David Cicilline. Also on the ballot is a special election for state Senate. Continue reading
Nov 06 Your quick guide to the most-watched races of Election Day 2023 By Robert Yoon, Associated Press Big races in Tuesday’s off-year general election have been dominated by the ongoing debate over abortion rights. Continue reading
Sep 06 Democrat Gabe Amo could be 1st person of color to represent Rhode Island in Congress By Steve LeBlanc, Associated Press Amo will face off against Republican Gerry Leonard in November. Continue reading
May 25 Rhode Island attorney general sues manufacturers of 'forever chemicals' By Associated Press Rhode Island Attorney General Peter Neronha faulted the companies for engaging in what he described as "a massive and widespread campaign to knowingly deceive the public."… Continue reading
Feb 07 Watch 6:51 New England's role in Frederick Douglass' first steps to freedom By Pamela Watts, Alison Thoet When Frederick Douglass escaped slavery he was aided by friends in the daring and dangerous getaway. He went from being on the run to becoming one of the most influential Americans of the 19th century. Pamela Watts of Rhode Island… Continue watching
Sep 13 Rhode Island Gov. Dan McKee narrowly wins Democratic primary By Jennifer McDermott, Associated Press Rhode Island Gov. Dan McKee eked out a victory in his Democratic primary on Tuesday, beating back strong challenges from a pair of opponents as he seeks his first full term in office. Continue reading
Sep 13 Ashley Kalus wins GOP primary for Rhode Island governor By Jennifer McDermott, Associated Press A businessperson seeking office for the first time, Ashley Kalus, has won the Republican primary for Rhode Island governor, defeating a rival who has served time in state prison. Continue reading
Sep 13 2022 Rhode Island Primary Election Results By Jennifer McDermott, Associated Press With about half of the vote counted, McKee and former CVS Health executive Helena Foulkes were essentially tied, with Secretary of State Nellie Gorbea a few percentage points behind. Continue reading
Nov 22 Rhode Island voters chose to drop 'Plantation' from state's name. A year later it remains on display By Jennifer McDermott, Associated Press Rhode Island dropped "Providence Plantations" from its name a year ago, but not from its buildings. Providence Plantations is written in the script in marble near the State House dome and on bronze plaques in the entryway. Continue reading
Mar 18 Watch 8:11 As nationwide unemployment grows, Rhode Island steps in to help residents find work By Paul Solman, Lee Koromvokis This week marked the 52nd straight week of high unemployment claims, with numbers rising as more than a million people filed for state and emergency federal unemployment benefits across the country. One state, Rhode Island, is working to reverse that… Continue watching