Rhode Island
Full list of bizarre weather phenomena caused by the "arctic outbreak"
One of the occurrences, known as sea smoke, usually occurs in the Arctic, but was witnessed in Rhode Island over the weekend.
Rare wolf-dog hybrid given to shelter finally gets his "happily ever after"
"As soon as I saw him in person my heart melted," new owner Ron Monroe from Vermont told Newsweek.
Democrats have seven weeks to block Trump from running for office
"This language in our Constitution clearly intended to bar insurrectionists from holding high office in the United States," one congressman said.
Restaurant That Made Antisemitic Anne Frank Joke About Weather Apologizes
The incident involved a meme referencing Anne Frank and the Holocaust in relation to a recent heatwave in the Northeast U.S.
Man Accused of Stealing $22,000 in One-Dollar Bills From Strip Club: Police
The manager of the club said he believes the alleged suspect may have had prior knowledge about the establishment before the incident.
High Gas Prices Cause 'Fundamental' Shift In How Americans Use Fuel: Expert
Increased gas cost, inflation, remote working, and alternative fuel vehicles have all contributed to decreased gas consumption, according to a top researcher.
'I'm the Twerking Senator, I am Not Owned By the State'
I choose not to follow the rules. For many that is liberating and for others it rubs them the wrong way.
Video of Tiara Mack, R.I. State Senator, Twerking on TikTok Goes Viral
The Democrat has issued a series of responses to the criticism over her unusual re-election campaign video.
Republicans Set to Flip Deep-Blue Seat Held by Democrats for Over 30 Years
The last time a Republican represented the Rhode Island district in the House of Representatives was in 1991.
'I'm Going to Pass Out': Waitress in Shock After Couple Left Massive Tip
"That money, it's more than a couple of shifts," said the gracious waitress. "I mean it helps out, everything helps out."
Hero Dog Saved Homeowners From House Fire
Although the entire deck and porch were on fire, the occupants were able to safely escape from the house from another exit point.
Rhode Island, Nevada See Largest Rise in Gas Prices in Past Week
Rhode Island drivers can expect to pay $4.24 for a gallon of gas while in Nevada it will cost $4.67.
Judge Says Man Found With More than 200 Guns, Flamethrower Can Be Released
Police found the weapons inside his home where his wife and three children also live.
GOP Candidate Asked Russian Spies for Help in U.S. House Election
Russell Taub, a Republican candidate from Rhode Island, asked the GRU to help him unseat David Cicilline in 2016, according to an FEC filing.
Protest With Nazi Flag Is "Unacceptable and Disgusting": Rhode Island Gov.
"I stand with those condemning last night's acts," Rhode Island Governor Dan McKee said in a tweet.
James Cook's HMS Endeavour Found in Rhode Island Harbor? Maybe, Maybe Not
An announcement from Australian experts confirming the ship was discovered in Newport Harbor is called "premature" by their Rhode Island counterparts.
Seal Pup Dies With Broken Jaw and Puncture Wounds to Head
The pup was taken to an aquarium's animal hospital where vets gave it antibiotics and pain medication, however it succumbed to its injuries.
Rudy Giuliani, Michael Flynn Stripped of Honorary Degrees From URI
The university stated that the two men "no longer represent the highest level of our values and standards."
Rhode Island Man Who Faked His Death Found Alive in Scotland—Police
Investigators learned Nicholas Alahverdian had been hospitalized with COVID-19 in Scotland after being told he had died of cancer.
After COVID-Positive Staff Work Amid Shortage, Hospital Sees Outbreak
Eleanor Slater Hospital allowed five asymptomatic employees to work amid staffing shortages.
Rhode Island Activates 180 National Guard Members as COVID Cases Spike
Gov. Daniel McKee announced the deployment of 180 National Guard members to assist at testing sites, and said they could be sent to hospitals across the state.
Driving Privileges for Those in U.S. Illegally on RI Lawmakers' Agenda
These privileges and recreational pot use are considered holdovers from last legislative session; the upcoming session will focus on how to spend relief funds.
Rhode Island Defends Using COVID-Positive Staff Over Unvaccinated Workers
If patients' safety is at risk, employees can return to hospitals and nursing homes even if they test positive for COVID-19.
Police Remove Anti-Vaxxers From Rhode Island Gov's COVID Press Conference
Police encouraged the protesters to leave the building before the press conference started.
GOP State Rep. Morgan Under Fire After CRT Tweet About Her 'Black Friend'
The Rhode Island lawmaker was widely denounced on social media following her social media message.
As Omicron Spreads, COVID Cases Are Rising Fastest in These 5 States
Connecticut has seen a 123 percent rise in the number of daily cases over the past 14 days, making it the state where COVID cases are rising most quickly.
Man Accused of Simultaneously Working as Principal of Two Different Schools
For a 17-week period, Michael Redmond worked in-person as a principal in Rhode Island—while remaining employed as an assistant principal in Washington, D.C.
Union Workers in Rhode Island to Get $3K COVID Vaccine Bonus
Council 94 of the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees union voted 1,963 to 97 to approve a new contact with the state.
COVID Hospitalizations Surge Across U.S., Even in Most Vaccinated States
President Joe Biden's winter plan does not include lockdowns, but it will involve an increased focus on booster shots and more frequent testing.
'A Stranger Accidentally Called Me 20 Years Ago—We Finally Just Met'
Within the first year or two, Gladys started calling just to say hi. She would ask how my family were and what the weather was like. Our conversations in the past 20 years have been simple and nice. When I see Gladys calling I know it's going to be a good phone call.