Rhode Island News

Rhode Island Medicaid Coverage Facing Disruption

News Summary Rhode Island risks losing Medicaid coverage for around 700 families due to an income eligibility limit discrepancy. The…

2 weeks ago

Rhode Island’s $14.3 Billion State Budget Unveiled with Tax Changes

News Summary Rhode Island lawmakers have proposed a $14.3 billion budget for the fiscal year 2025-26, which includes various tax…

2 weeks ago

Rhode Island Proposes New Tax on High-End Properties

News Summary Rhode Island is considering a new tax targeting non-owner-occupied vacation homes valued over $1 million, dubbed the 'Taylor…

2 weeks ago

Veolia North America Takes Over Jamestown Water Treatment Plant Operations

News Summary Veolia North America has secured a three-year contract to operate the Jamestown Water Treatment Plant in Rhode Island,…

2 weeks ago

Vertex Pharmaceuticals Announces Layoffs in Rhode Island

News Summary Vertex Pharmaceuticals has revealed plans to lay off 125 employees in Rhode Island, effective August 5, as the…

2 weeks ago

Rhode Island Real Estate Market Hits Record High

News Summary Rhode Island's real estate market has seen a remarkable surge, with the median price of single-family homes reaching…

2 weeks ago

Vertex Pharmaceuticals to Lay Off 125 Employees in Rhode Island

News Summary Vertex Pharmaceuticals has announced the layoff of 125 employees in Providence, Rhode Island, as part of a consolidation…

3 weeks ago

Rhode Island’s Credit Rating Upgraded to AA+ by Fitch

News Summary Rhode Island's creditworthiness has improved as Fitch Ratings upgraded the state's Long-Term Issuer Default Rating from 'AA' to…

3 weeks ago

Rhode Island Sees $240 Million Economic Boost from Airbnb in 2024

News Summary In 2024, Airbnb contributed significantly to Rhode Island's economy, injecting $240 million and supporting around 3,000 jobs. The…

3 weeks ago

Rhode Island House Democrats Propose $14.3 Billion Budget

News Summary Rhode Island House Democrats have introduced a $14.3 billion state budget focusing on healthcare funding and transit services,…

3 weeks ago