House Speaker Chris Blazejewski says he plans on increasing government transparency while maintaining a commitment to children and working families. 🔗 Learn more: https://bit.ly/4w8jbus

"The consensus was that we don't have a consensus." Rhode Island's largest labor federation, RI AFL-CIO, did not endorse either McKee or Foulkes in the race for governor. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3SZrOZH

If you're looking for your next side quest, head to Cumberland and try to track down Rhode Island's rare state rock! 🪨 Read about our adventure: https://bit.ly/4wIDePZ

👻 Take a step back in time and hear the thrilling tales of the ghosts of Glocester — haunting spirits who apparently never want to leave this magical place. Watch the full video: https://bit.ly/4vYktIl

🦪 Matunuck Oyster Bar restaurateur Perry Raso reflects on oysters, resilience and the fire that changed the restaurant's future. Read more: https://bit.ly/4f63gWi

The blizzard battered Rhode Island with rare snow totals, high winds and power outages — causing billions of dollars in damage and economic losses, according to preliminary estimates. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3QMVYi5

🇺🇸 Fun fact: Bristol, Rhode Island is home to America's oldest continuous Fourth of July celebration! Here's a look back — courtesy of the Bristol Historical & Preservation Society.

Red, white and… Bristol. Here, the Fourth of July isn't just a holiday — it's a season. America's oldest continuous Fourth of July celebration is old-fashioned fun, flying the flag for community as well as for country.

Swift's donation comes at a critical time for the food bank, as summer months typically mean fewer contributions. Learn more: https://bit.ly/44HaQlb

The Supreme Court voted in favor of birthright citizenship on Tuesday. Local immigration advocates share their relief: https://bit.ly/4vFHwax

In Bristol, local concerns stretch from the Mt. Hope Bridge to Narragansett Bay. Here's what residents have to say: https://bit.ly/4xXOYj5

"The cost of living has gone up. Our paychecks have not, so I don't think we're asking for much." Yesterday, all 73 of the unionized food and beverage workers at T.F. Green Airport staged a one-day strike. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4eLllJ0

Is former Rhode Island House Speaker Joe Shekarchi exempt from the state's revolving-door law? The Superior Court could have the final say. 🔗 Learn more: https://bit.ly/4fYq10l

The U.S. Small Business Association is offering its Economic Injury Disaster Loan program to eligible small businesses, agricultural co-ops and nonprofits with financial losses directly related to Rhode Island's historic February blizzard. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4vmoZjr

When in Rhode Island, do as Rhode Islanders do. If you're visiting for the weekend, the month or even the entire summer, you've got to try these uniquely Rhode Island foods and drinks while in the Ocean State: https://bit.ly/4oAMhzD

You can commemorate Juneteenth with a trip to the new Edward W. Kane and Martha J. Wallace Center for Black History in Newport. Housed in the Wanton-Lyman-Hazard House, the Center pays homage to the lives and experiences of Black Newporters past and present. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3QN1voI

This weekend is jam-packed with fun events, and we're here to help you navigate them. Here's our logistical guide on how to make the most of these next few days: https://bit.ly/4vusiFe

Songs about Rhode Island. Sung by Rhode Islanders. In Rhode Island. 🎵 Listen to Deer Tick perform highlights from their new album, "Coin-O-Matic," as part of our "Biggest Little Desk" concert series: https://bit.ly/4uJwEHB

Our statewide listening tour stopped in Warwick, where we chatted with students, teens and residents. Here's some of what they shared with us: https://bit.ly/4et1hL8

New England's changing seasons bring forth animals from far away places. While some prosper, others face many challenges. Here's what filmmaker Tomas Koeck says you can expect from the latest episode of our "Wild Coast" series: https://bit.ly/4fNTKJp

There's no better season than beach season here in Rhode Island! 🏖️ https://bit.ly/4fC0oCl

Beach season is officially upon us! ☀️ 🏖️ 🌊 In the Ocean State, we're spoiled for choice — but our staff says there are 10 beaches that stand out above the rest: https://bit.ly/4fC0oCl

Put on your dancing shoes and your party hats! This weekend, beloved bar Nick-a-Nee's celebrates its 30th anniversary with a three-day musical festival. 🎵 Here's the story behind the music: https://bit.ly/4vHzBcs

Fifty years ago, Rhode Island Pride began. Our community gallery aims to bring those decades of stories together. Find one of your favorite photos from any year and tell us in one sentence why you came and what Pride means to you. This is your history. Help us tell it: https://bit.ly/3PYrfOE

A new report lays out, in numbers, what many Rhode Islanders already know from experience: Getting a primary care appointment has become genuinely difficult. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4acI8vG

David Cicilline, CEO and president of the Rhode Island Foundation, said funding Rhode Island's educational systems is and will remain an "urgent priority" for the organization. 🔗 Learn more: https://bit.ly/4o6bvWi

Beaches and rotaries and airport trips, oh my! Residents share their Warwick takes with reporter Pamela Watts. Catch the latest episode of The Bubblah: https://bit.ly/4dWLDYb

EXTREME HEAT WAVE HITTING RI & SOUTHERN NEW ENGLAND 🔥 Stay cool and safe tomorrow, temperatures will be reaching a high of 100 degrees. Learn how to beat the heat: riema.ri.gov/planning-mit...

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