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Rhode Island Continues Mulling Over Ending Its Online Sports Betting Monopoly
Rhode Island continues to contemplate ending its online sports betting monopoly and liberalizing the market in order to capitalize on the growing demand for wagering products. Rhode Island Operates Online Betting Under a Monopoly Model Ever since...

Rhode Island couple killed in plane crash on Massachusetts interstate
DARTMOUTH, Mass. (WPRI) — A husband and wife died Monday after the private plane in which they were flying crashed on I-195 in Dartmouth, Massachusetts. The victims have been identified as Thomas Perkins, 68, and Agatha Perkins, 66, of Middletown,...

Rhode Island couple killed in Dartmouth plane crash, woman injured
DARTMOUTH, MASS. (WHDH) - Two people were killed when a small plane crashed along Interstate 195 in Dartmouth, according to Massachusetts state police. One person in a car on the ground was also injured. Officials have identified the two...

Rhode Island postal worker spreading joy one sketch at a time
Richard Hanson works at his local post office. In his free time, he creates sketches that he then copies and shares with customers and coworkers alike. Author: wqad.com Published: 4:45 PM CDT October 13, 2025 Updated: 4:45 PM CDT October 13, 2025

BankFive's Christina Johnk earns Rhode Island banking…
BankFive's senior vice president and chief human resources officer Christina Johnk has been honored with the 2025 Women and Allies award by the Rhode Island Bankers Association. Johnk was recognized in the Champion of Women category for her...

Who were Thomas and Agatha Perkins? Rhode Island couple identified as Dartmouth plane crash victims
Thomas Perkins, 68 and his wife, Agatha Perkins, 66, were identified as the victims of the plane crash in Dartmouth, Massachusetts on Monday by the Bristol County District Attorney. The couple, from Middleton in Rhode Island, were killed after the...

“It’s more than a competition.” Catching up with Mrs. Rhode Island
In this segment of Studio10, Christina Erne sits down with Mrs. Rhode Island Janet Iacobucci. Together, they discuss her time competing back in August and what it has been like representing the state of Rhode Island. Over the last 8 years,...

Rhode Island couple killed in Dartmouth plane crash Monday morning, another injured
DARTMOUTH, MASS. (WHDH) - Two people died in a small plane crash along Interstate 195 in Dartmouth, according to Massachusetts state police. One person on the ground also suffered injuries. Officials have identified the two fatalities as Thomas...

Rhode Island Couple ID'ed as Plane Crash Victims
DARTMOUTH (WBSM) — The two people killed in this morning’s plane crash on Interstate 195 in Dartmouth have been identified as a Middletown, Rhode Island couple. Bristol County District Attorney Thomas M. Quinn III identified the couple this...

Solar for All Program/U.S. Environmental Protection Agency: Rhode Island AFL-CIO Federal Judicial Action Challenging Program Termination
Download PDF Seven organizations and an individual filed a October 6th Complaint for Declaratory and Injunctive Relief and Demand for Jury Trial (“Complaint”) against the United States Environmental Protection Agency (“EPA”) challenging the...

Bristol County DA identifies Dartmouth plane crash victims as Rhode Island couple
Dartmouth plane crash. (courtesy: David Curran)DARTMOUTH, Mass. (WLNE) — The Bristol County District Attorney’s Office has identified the two victims who died from a plane crash in Dartmouth on Monday. Officials identified the victims as...

2 dead after plane crashes on Interstate 195, catches fire in Dartmouth, Massachusetts
Two people died after a small plane they were in crashed Monday morning on the median of Interstate 195 in Dartmouth, Massachusetts, and caught fire.The plane that took off from New Bedford Regional Airport crashed just after 8 a.m.The victims...

Wind, rainstorm hit Rhode Island on Columbus Day holiday
Rhode Island is getting hit with a fall Nor'easter, capable of knocking out power. The National Weather Service issued a coastal flood advisory for Monday, Oct. 13, when the brunt of the rain and wind is expected. There most likely won't be a dry...

When is Taylor Swift getting married? Singer to wed Travis Kelce in Rhode Island: Report
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce recently broke the internet when they announced their engagement. Ever since, fans have been waiting for an update about their wedding. While both of them have addressed their upcoming marriage, neither has revealed...

Rhode Island general treasurer talks pension fund, markets and World Cup soccer
Rhode Island General Treasurer James Diossa provides an update on the state's pension fund, and talks he about the state's plan to tap into World Cup excitement in 2026. Rhode Island is expected to host thousands of soccer fans attending games at...

Rhode Island Weather for October 13, 2025 – a “C” day!
Morning skies will be partly cloudy with early showers, and temperatures should be mild, hovering in the upper 50s to low 60s °F. By the afternoon, rain becomes more likely, and clouds will thicken—expect a high near 69 °F with overcast skies and...

Rhode Island Energy crews respond to dozens of power outages as storm strikes
(WJAR) — Rhode Island Energy crews were out and about late Sunday night, responding to dozens of power outages from rain and gusty wind. "We're ready across the state. From Woonsocket to Westerly to everywhere in between," Rhode Island Energy...
Rhode Island cop blocked from accessing his retirement savings under any circumstances — quitting may be his only option
Jason Allaire, a captain with the Rhode Island Division of Sheriffs, is sounding the alarm on a much-scrutinized retirement plan managed by TIAA Financial Services after he found that the 401(a) plan, which had been sold to him and his colleagues...


VCU Edges Out Rhode Island in Epic Five-Set Volleyball Clash
In a thrilling five-set match, VCU narrowly defeated Rhode Island with scores of 25-16, 23-25, 24-26, 25-19, and 15-13. Rhode Island (3-16, 0-7 Atlantic 10) showcased its best performance this season, pushing VCU (8-7, 6-1 Atlantic 10) to its...