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With 486 hospitalizations, several deaths, RI warns of flu sweeping state
1+ day, 16+ hour ago (219+ words) The state Department of Health is advising Rhode Islanders to get flu shots and take other preventive measures as the illness sweeps through the state. Other respiratory viruses, particularly COVID-19 and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), are also at "very high…...
RI had plenty of quirky 2025 moments. Mark Patinkin says these stand out.
1+ week, 1+ day ago (125+ words) So thank you to 73-year-old Bill for his well-covered cringey moments with his 24-year-old GF Jordon Hudson, almost a half century his junior. But God bless him, he can still hold her aloft with his ... RI had plenty of quirky…...
WaterFire is looking to grow. Here's how a $3.75 million deal with Providence fits in.
1+ week, 2+ day ago (115+ words) In 2017, WaterFire Providence branched out from its revered river lightings and unveiled a 37,000-square-foot arts center on the other side of the city " a space that came to serve as its headquarters ... In 2017, WaterFire Providence branched out from its revered…...
Can RI police mute body camera footage? It comes down to 'should' and 'shall"
2+ mon, 2+ week ago (93+ words) Muting of body camera video in Providence is a "consistent problem," says the executive director of a Providence police oversight panel. Can RI police mute body camera footage? It comes down to 'should' and 'shall' Obviously, the police officer is…...
A colonoscopy costs nearly eight times more at one RI hospital than another. Why?
2+ mon, 2+ week ago (950+ words) You just turned 45 years old, and for your birthday, your doctor has ordered a colonoscopy, as recommended by the American Cancer Society. Where your doctor suggests you get it done, however, can put a damper on your celebrations. How hospitals…...
RI federal judge accuses Trump administration of 'ham-handed' bullying over disaster funds
2+ mon, 3+ week ago (122+ words) The judge accused the administration of ignoring his ruling that said the Trump administration can't tie disaster funds to immigration enforcement. RI federal judge accuses Trump administration of 'ham-handed' bullying over disaster funds PROVIDENCE " A federal judge in Rhode Island…...
RI Young Republicans call offensive texts from counterparts in other states 'disgusting"
2+ mon, 3+ week ago (63+ words) The chair of the RI Young Republicans said he "was shocked and appalled to see Rhode Island specifically targeted" in the texts leaked to Politico. RI Young Republicans call offensive texts from counterparts in other states 'disgusting' PROVIDENCE " Rhode Island's…...
RI may end coverage of weight-loss drugs for Medicaid, state workers as GLP-1 costs soar
2+ mon, 3+ week ago (115+ words) In its budget request for the year starting July 1, 2026, the state Executive Office of Health and Services said GLP-1 expenses for weight loss in the Medicaid program rose 400% in the two years that ... RI may end coverage of weight-loss drugs…...
How can I get a low-number license plate? Ask the RI DMV
3+ mon, 1+ hour ago (157+ words) A: Below are the Governor's Preferred plates and the registrations that are available in each plate type. This is where the low-numbered plates come from, and every Rhode Island resident is eligible to put in a request for one. This information,…...
Here’s how 19 RI companies earned Top Workplaces honors
3+ mon, 19+ hour ago (410+ words) If you want to really know what's happening at work, ask the people on the front lines." That's the foundation of the Top Workplaces award. For the second year, employee survey company Energage has partnered with The Providence Journal to…...