Rhode Island house votes to deny $80,000 in McKee cabinet member raises

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — The Rhode Island House passed a resolution to deny raises for 11 of governor Dan McKee’s cabinet members. The proposed raises are for directors of state executive departments, including Rhode Island Department of Transportation …

Rhode Island AG sues over Trump-set immigration conditions for funding

Rhode Island Attorney General Peter Neronha co-led two lawsuits Tuesday over the Trump administration’s attempt to tie immigration requirements to federal grants. The DHS and the DOT have both imposed new conditions to receive federal funding that would …

UMass Lowell baseball team knocks off University of Rhode Island, 5-1

LOWELL – Sophomore Rowan Masse (Manchester, Conn.) recorded a home run, two RBI, and two runs, as the UMass Lowell baseball team took down the Rhode Island Rams, 5-1, on Tuesday afternoon. “Good to get a win during our last game before a big conference …

Paint Your Pet at The Elloitte on Park to benefit The Potter League of Rhode Island

The Elliotte on Park and Potter League of Rhode Island are teaming up for a Paint Your Pet fundraiser on May 17th 11AM – 2PM. The Elloitte will be serving a delicious brunch including cocktails or mocktails while you are guided through the process of …

Taste of Rhode Island is returning to the Crowne Plaza in Warwick on Wednesday, June 11th.

Taste of Rhode Island is returning to the Crowne Plaza in Warwick on Wednesday, June 11th. Pat Cruz from Pat Cruz Events gives us a sneak peak of what to expect during the event with over 50 vendors being present with more fun elements to come. Janine …

Does Instagram offer clues about 'Real Housewives of Rhode Island' cast?

Rhode Island College trains future childcare, youth camp workers in ‘anti-racist’ practices

Concerned parent says program is teaching ‘college students to use children as political tools’ Rhode Island College’s Youth Development program is facing criticism for teaching a social justice activism agenda, including a class on “anti-racist” practices …

Rhode Island Celebrates National Salvation Army Week

National Salvation Army Week is May 12th – 18th this year and serves as an opportunity to celebrate our volunteers, donors and program beneficiaries who have enabled us to serve in the United States since 1880. This week is observed immediately following …

Rhode Island lawmakers reject Gov. McKee's proposal for cabinet raises

The Rhode Island House of Representatives has unanimously rejected Gov. Dan McKee's proposal for cabinet raises. McKee proposed raises for 11 state agency leaders, totaling over $82,000. Full list of proposed pay increases: Jonathan Womer, Department …

Bottle deposit could be coming to Rhode Island if new bill is passed

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — A 10-cent bottle deposit might soon be making its way to Rhode Island. Within the next few years, consumers in the Ocean State could see a new 10-cent bottle deposit on bottles and cans in stores. “Save the Bay, our volunteers, …