
Rhode Island Opens First State-Sanctioned Overdose Prevention Center
News Summary Rhode Island has launched America’s first state-sanctioned overdose prevention center (OPC) in Providence as part of its harm reduction strategy to combat the

News Summary Rhode Island has launched America’s first state-sanctioned overdose prevention center (OPC) in Providence as part of its harm reduction strategy to combat the

News Summary Rhode Island legislators wrapped up the 2025 session with significant reforms, including a ban on payday lending, new restrictions on assault weapons, and

News Summary In a significant political dispute, Rhode Island lawmakers are challenging Attorney General Peter Neronha’s allocation of $10 million from a legal settlement to

News Summary A house on Block Island collapsed after a propane gas explosion on Saturday evening, injuring two individuals. The explosion occurred on West Beach

News Summary A ransomware attack on Rhode Island’s RIBridges system has compromised the personal data of 650,000 residents. The breach, linked to the Brain Cipher

News Summary On June 14, Rhode Island saw thousands rally against the Trump administration during the ‘No Kings Day’ protests, coinciding with President Trump’s birthday.

News Summary Rhode Island risks losing Medicaid coverage for around 700 families due to an income eligibility limit discrepancy. The correct threshold is now set

News Summary On June 8, 2025, a Pawtucket police officer shot a man who was allegedly wielding a toy gun. The incident raised concerns about

News Summary Rhode Island is reopening its RIBridges health insurance portal after a month-long closure due to a cyberattack that compromised the personal data of

News Summary Rhode Island Governor Dan McKee announced that Deloitte will pay $5 million to cover expenses related to a significant cyberattack on the RIBridges