Amid surge in immigration arrests, RI federal judge OKs out-of-state lawyers to represent detainees • Rhode Island Current Rhode Island’s federal court will allow out-of-state attorneys to represent immigration detainees pro bono without joining its bar following a request by legal groups amid a surge in habeas corpus pet...

Rhode Island’s federal court will allow out-of-state attorneys to represent immigration detainees pro bono without joining its bar following a request by legal groups amid a surge in habeas corpus petitions. By @krish-eh.bsky.social rhodeislandcurrent.com/2026/04/15/a...

Retail cannabis applicants vent after ruling stalls an already ‘slow as molasses’ license rollout • Rhode Island Current Frustrated retail cannabis license applicants called on the Rhode Island Cannabis Control Commission to respond quickly to a federal order temporarily halting the lottery process to award 20 licenses ...

Retail cannabis applicants voice frustration after ruling stalls RI licensing rollout. By @krish-eh.bsky.social rhodeislandcurrent.com/2026/04/13/r...

Cannabis license rollout halted as federal judge blocks enforcement of RI's residency requirement • Rhode Island Current Nearly 100 applicants for 20 Rhode Island cannabis retail licenses remain in limbo after U.S. District Court Judge Melissa DuBose issued a preliminary injunction Wednesday, blocking regulators from ho...

A U.S. District Court judge's order blocks Rhode Island cannabis regulators from holding a license lottery or even continuing to screen and review any of the retail license applications submitted by the Dec. 29, 2025, deadline. By @krish-eh.bsky.social rhodeislandcurrent.com/2026/04/10/c...

House OKs legislation that could open RI’s Catholic Church to lawsuits • Rhode Island Current The Rhode Island House of Representatives on Tuesday approved three attorney general-backed bills that would open the Roman Catholic Diocese of Providence and other institutions to lawsuits and requir...

Rhode Island House of Representatives approves three attorney general-backed bills that would open the Roman Catholic Diocese of Providence and other institutions to lawsuits and require additional reporting in sexual abuse cases. By @krish-eh.bsky.social rhodeislandcurrent.com/2026/04/07/h...

Legislation would use technology to force Rhode Island’s bad drivers to take it slow • Rhode Island Current Road safety advocates on Tuesday held a State House demonstration of technology that can prevent drivers from exceeding posted limits. Rhode Island lawmakers are considering a bill that would allow Tr...

Reporter @krish-eh.bsky.social test drives a Prius equipped with an "intelligent speed assistance" device that prevent repeat offenders from going over the speed limit. But legislation at the State House raises privacy and affordability concerns. rhodeislandcurrent.com?p=29418

No Kings protest crowd at RI State House estimated as high as 20,000 • Rhode Island Current An estimated 20,000 people marched in Providence for the third “No Kings” protest against Trump administration policies on Saturday, where speakers including Secretary of State Gregg Amore criticized ...

As outrage grows over White House policies, third anti-Trump rally draws some demonstrators for the first time. By @krish-eh.bsky.social rhodeislandcurrent.com/2026/03/28/n...

Scenes from downtown Providence #NoKings

Michelle Overby of Cranston, in a red lobster costume, holds a sign that reads: “I am Boiling Mad” in downtown Providence. Overby was attending her second #NoKings demonstration on Saturday, March 28. Via @krish-eh.bsky.social

“I’ve been waiting for this day,” she said.

No Kings visible at the State House

New England airports spared from long lines at security checkpoints for now • Rhode Island Current No New England airports are expected to see U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers taking over security duties for now, despite a presidential order aimed at assisting Transportation Securi...

No ICE officers working at T.F. Green or other airports in region as Trump calls up help at major US airports. By @krish-eh.bsky.social rhodeislandcurrent.com/2026/03/23/n...

Betting on dog racing may finally run its course in Rhode Island • Rhode Island Current Despite banning live dog racing in 2010, Rhode Island still allows bets on simulcast races. A bill heard Wednesday by the Senate Committee on Labor and Gaming aims to close that loophole.

Greyhounds took their last loop in RI in 2009, but simulcast races are still shown on the second floor of Bally’s Lincoln casino. Revenue from those wagers would end starting next year under a bill heard Wednesday by a Senate panel. By @krish-eh.bsky.social rhodeislandcurrent.com/2026/03/19/b...

As state waits for federal approval of Washington Bridge permits, RIDOT interim director takes over • Rhode Island Current In his first briefing as Rhode Island’s interim transportation chief, Robert Rocchio said Tuesday that the start of physical work on the westbound Washington Bridge depends on pending U.S. Coast Guard...

As state waits for federal approval of Washington Bridge permits, RIDOT interim director takes over. By @krish-eh.bsky.social rhodeislandcurrent.com/2026/03/03/a...

Travel ban lifted at noon; thousands still without power as blizzard cleanup continues • Rhode Island Current Rhode Island lifted its travel ban at noon Tuesday as blizzard cleanup continued. Thousands remain without power while crews clear roads and restore service.

Travel ban lifted at noon; thousands still without power as blizzard cleanup continues. By @krish-eh.bsky.social & @ohnocastro.bsky.social rhodeislandcurrent.com/2026/02/24/t...

RI Coalition to End Homelessness hires new executive director • Rhode Island Current After months without a permanent leader, the Rhode Island Coalition to End Homelessness has hired Colby O’Brien as its new executive director to restore the organization's voice and expand its role in...

New RI Coalition to End Homelessness Executive Director Colby O’Brien aims to rebuild the organization after a period of leadership turnover, reduced visibility and mission scope. By @krish-eh.bsky.social rhodeislandcurrent.com/2026/02/18/r...

Pawtucket police chief asks for respect for family after tragedy at ice rink • Rhode Island Current With a large contingent of state and local elected officials standing by, Pawtucket Police Chief Tina Goncalves Tuesday released the names of the mother and son killed in the shooting at an ice rink i...

Pawtucket police chief offers update on hockey rink shooting; governor announces online mental health hub with resources for domestic violence and suicide prevention. By @ohnocastro.bsky.social and @krish-eh.bsky.social rhodeislandcurrent.com/2026/02/17/p...

With bettors backing Patriots, Super Bowl defeat may pay out big for little Rhode Island • Rhode Island Current The New England Patriots’ Super Bowl loss to the Seattle Seahawks could translate into a financial win for Rhode Island, as most in-state bettors backed New England, according to state lottery data.

How a Super Bowl loss for the New England Patriots is a win for the state of Rhode Island. By @krish-eh.bsky.social rhodeislandcurrent.com/briefs/with-...

Hegseth touts speed and innovation in tour of Quonset Point facilities • Rhode Island Current On his first official visit to Rhode Island, U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth Monday toured Quonset Point as part of his "Arsenal of Freedom” campaign to accelerate military production.

Protestors gather in subfreezing temperatures to ‘unwelcome’ U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth to Quonset Point. His Electric Boat and Seabees Museum visit were closed to press but his 8 minute speech at Anduril was open. By @krish-eh.bsky.social rhodeislandcurrent.com/2026/02/09/h...

Go Pats.

Former Senate majority leader confirmed as District Court judge • Rhode Island Current The Rhode Island Senate voted 27–8 Thursday to confirm former Majority Leader Michael McCaffrey as a District Court judge, approving Gov. McKee’s full slate of judicial nominees.

Michael McCaffrey, former RI Senate majority leader, confirmed as District Court judge in 27-8 Senate vote
By @krish-eh.bsky.social rhodeislandcurrent.com/2026/02/05/f...

State Crime Lab Commission approves plan to bring firearms toolmark testing largely in-house • Rhode Island Current The Rhode Island State Crime Laboratory Commission on Thursday approved an action plan to restore in-house firearms testing on cartridges or shells as the lab it oversees continues to rebuild after di...

R.I. State Crime Lab clears path to bring back firearms toolmark testing largely in-house. By @krish-eh.bsky.social rhodeislandcurrent.com/2026/02/05/s...

Alviti out by the end of the month at Department of Transportation • Rhode Island Current Gov. Dan McKee announced Wednesday morning that he accepted the resignation of Rhode Island Department of Transportation Director Peter Alviti Jr., effective at the close of business Friday, Feb. 27. ...

To quote one Redditor who learned about today's news: "I’ll miss his funny haircut."

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RI organizations to take part in national shutdown calling on official to abolish ICE • Rhode Island Current Progressive and immigrant rights organizations and student groups from across Rhode Island plan to participate in a nationwide general strike Friday opposing U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement o...

Rep. David Morales, a Providence Democrat running for mayor, said he requested that the State House facilities team clear some of the remaining snow ahead of Friday's anti-ICE national shutdown protest and march. By @krish-eh.bsky.social rhodeislandcurrent.com/briefs/ri-or...

Plant City to close Providence location. New debate opens in governor’s race. • Rhode Island Current A Providence vegan food hall is the latest battleground in Rhode Island’s 2026 gubernatorial primary after its owner announced the reason for its impending closure: the ongoing closure of the westboun...

Gov. Dan McKee’s comments on pending closure of Providence Plant City location prompts his chief rival to suggest he is tone deaf on matters impacting small businesses. By @krish-eh.bsky.social
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Legislative leaders call for collaboration and inclusion as 2026 session begins • Rhode Island Current While uncertainty over federal funding for Rhode Island looms, the first day of the 2026 legislative session saw leaders of both chambers recognize the need to heal after the mass shooting at Brown Un...

Budget uncertainty, fate of hospitals and healing after Brown tragedy will test General Assembly over the next six months. We bring you coverage from the first day of the 2026 legislative session. By @nancyklavin.bsky.social & @krish-eh.bsky.social rhodeislandcurrent.com/2026/01/06/l...

More Rhode Islanders with disabilities now eligible for federally tax-deferred savings accounts • Rhode Island Current Rhode Island Treasurer James Diossa hopes to reach 1,000 ABLE accounts in 2026 as eligibility expands to residents with disabilities that began before age 46.

ABLE accounts used to be for people who had a qualifying medical condition that began before their 26th birthday. As of 2026, those up to age 46 can open these savings accounts without jeopardizing their federal benefits. By @krish-eh.bsky.social rhodeislandcurrent.com/briefs/more-...

Two Brown University students who lost their lives in campus shooting identified • Rhode Island Current The two Brown University students killed in Saturday’s mass shooting on campus have been identified as the vice president of the College Republicans from Alabama and an aspiring neurosurgeon originall...

Ella Cook, 19, of Alabama was described by her local church as a “bright light.” Mukhammad Aziz Umurzokov, 18, who graduated from high school in Virginia, is recalled by his family as “incredibly kind, funny, and smart.” By @krish-eh.bsky.social rhodeislandcurrent.com/2025/12/15/t...

Police withhold details on Brown mass shooting suspect; investigators search Coventry hotel • Rhode Island Current Providence police and federal agents searched a Coventry hotel Sunday as investigators build a case in the Brown University mass shooting that killed two and injured nine.

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Two years later, life goes on for Rhode Islanders as they wait for Washington Bridge rebuild • Rhode Island Current In East Providence, frustration has given way to resignation two years into the ongoing the shutdown of the westbound Washington Bridge — even as state officials boast an "on time" and "on budget" rec...

Two years later, life goes on for Rhode Islanders as they wait for Washington Bridge rebuild via @krish-eh.bsky.social rhodeislandcurrent.com/2025/12/11/t...

State steps in to coordinate R.I.’s 2026 homeless census For the first time, state housing officials will take an active role in gathering data for the annual census of Rhode Island’s unhoused population likely in late January.The Executive Office of…

For the first time, state housing officials will take an active role in gathering data for the annual census of Rhode Island’s unhoused population likely in late January.

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