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Missing North Providence resident Sampson likely in Fall River, say police
4+ hour, 7+ min ago (147+ words) NORTH PROVIDENCE " North Providence police detectives continue to investigate the whereabouts of resident Darleen Sampson, who was reported missing on Jan. 8, said Chief Alfredo Ruggiero Jr. Sampson, 41, was last seen on Dec. 26, but Ruggiero told The Breeze she is believed…...
George Mason takes on Rhode Island, looks for 4th straight road win
6+ hour ago (299+ words) George Mason Patriots (18-1, 6-0 A-10) at Rhode Island Rams (11-8, 2-4 A-10) Kingston, Rhode Island; Saturday, 2 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: George Mason will try to keep its three-game road win streak intact when the Patriots take on Rhode Island. The Rams have gone 6-4 at home. Rhode…...
Here's how much RI can expect from 'prolonged' snowfall Sunday, Monday
8+ hour, 22+ min ago (513+ words) Rhode Island and other parts of Southern New England could see up to 18 inches of snow from a storm starting Sunday and continuing into Monday, according to the National Weather Service. A winter storm watch and a cold weather advisory…...
Video Now: Pedestrian struck in Providence
9+ hour, 38+ min ago (50+ words) James commented for the first time since an ESPN report featured Buss souring on James' power within the franchise and took a dim view of the superstar's perceived ingratitude for drafting his son. The incident happened around 12 p.m. in the area…...
Where can you park during a snowstorm in Providence? Here's what is open.
10+ hour, 29+ min ago (20+ words) The city has made more lots and streets available for overnight parking permit holders impacted by winter storm parking bans....
RI to experience dangerous cold. Here's what temperature you should keep your home
10+ hour, 34+ min ago (539+ words) A cold weather advisory has been issued for all of Rhode Island from 10 p.m. Friday to 10 a.m. Saturday as temperatures are set to hit a dangerous chill. "Very cold wind chills as low as 20 below expected," the National Weather Service advisory says....
98 apply for RI's retail cannabis dispensary licenses. Here's where
10+ hour, 37+ min ago (773+ words) PROVIDENCE " A total of 98 entities submitted applications for Rhode Island's 24 cannabis dispensary licenses, with the northern part of the state only seeing two applications. The Cannabis Control Commission announced the retail license applications during its meeting on Jan. 16. Applications opened…...
RI Lottery Lucky For Life, Numbers Midday winning numbers for Jan. 22, 2026
11+ hour, 13+ min ago (221+ words) The Rhode Island Lottery offers multiple draw games for those aiming to win big. Here's a look at Jan. 22, 2026, results for each game: 08-20-30-42-46, Lucky Ball: 15 Prizes less than $600 can be claimed at any Rhode Island Lottery Retailer. Prizes of $600 and…...
Brown researchers offer key contributions to recommendations on Rhode Island public school funding
14+ hour ago (545+ words) Research from Annenberg Institute education scholars informed recommendations, detailed in a report commissioned by the Rhode Island Foundation, to improve the funding formula for the state's K-12 public schools. Leaders from the Annenberg Institute at Brown University provided research that informed…...
Providence City Council rent control measure still 2 votes short to survive veto
18+ hour ago (82+ words) A majority of the Providence City Council has come out in support of a newly introduced ordinance that would put a cap on most rents in the city, but the measure would need more support to overcome a promised mayoral…...