Rhode Island Legal News

Controversy Erupts Over Land Seizure for Public Facilities in Johnston, R.I.

News Summary A controversial land seizure in Johnston, R.I. has sparked local outrage as the town plans to take a…

19 hours ago

Rhode Island Faces Major Data Breach Affecting 650,000 Residents

News Summary Rhode Island is dealing with a significant data breach impacting over 650,000 residents after a ransomware attack on…

2 days ago

Rhode Island General Assembly Completes 2025 Legislative Session

News Summary The Rhode Island General Assembly wrapped up its 2025 session, passing a $14.34 billion budget that addresses health…

4 days ago

Rhode Island Advances Assault Weapons Ban Legislation

News Summary Rhode Island's House has approved legislation to ban the sale and manufacturing of many semiautomatic rifles defined as…

4 days ago

Rhode Island Passes Revised Assault Weapons Ban

News Summary The Rhode Island General Assembly has approved a revised version of the assault weapons ban known as the…

5 days ago

RIDOT Engineer Arrested for Identity Fraud

News Summary Ryan P. Garnetto, a 45-year-old engineer at RIDOT, was arrested for identity fraud and acquiring a $51,000 Mercedes-Benz…

6 days ago

Rhode Island Lawmakers Conclude 2025 Session with Major Reforms

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

7 days ago

Rhode Island Lawmakers Clash Over $11 Million Settlement Funds

News Summary In a significant political dispute, Rhode Island lawmakers are challenging Attorney General Peter Neronha's allocation of $10 million…

2 weeks ago

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

Pawtucket Officer Involved in Shooting of Man with Toy Gun

News Summary On June 8, 2025, a Pawtucket police officer shot a man who was allegedly wielding a toy gun.…

3 weeks ago