A civil liberties organization on Monday called on a Rhode Island city to halt what it says is an illegal traffic stop quota by its police department. … MORE
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Rhode Island man plans 19-mile charity swim
A Rhode Island man is planning a 19-mile swim from Block Island to Jamestown later this month to raise money for a nonprofit that works to keep oceans clean. … MORE
Police: Pedestrian struck, killed by vehicle in Providence
A 46-year-old man struck by a vehicle in Providence while crossing the street has died. … MORE
Scallop harvest to decline again this year, but still strong
Fishermen are harvesting fewer scallops off the East Coast as the population of the valuable shellfish appears to be on the decline. … MORE
More homes for sale in Rhode Island but market is still hot
The median house price in Rhode Island is up 25% from what it was a year ago but slightly more houses are available for sale now than there were in May. … MORE
State officials warn of toxic algae blooms in 4 ponds
Rhode Island officials are warning residents to avoid contact with water in four ponds because of toxic blue-green algae blooms. … MORE
Rhode Island economy shows continued signs of recovery
The state’s economy continues to make a strong comeback from the worst days of the coronavirus pandemic, a University of Rhode Island economics professor said Wednesday. … MORE
Rail officials push 15-year plan to boost Northeast Corridor
As Congress eyes an infrastructure package, a coalition of transportation agencies and Amtrak has released a 15-year plan of rail improvements for the congested Northeast Corridor. … MORE
Report finds bacteria at hundreds of Massachusetts beaches
A report has found high levels of fecal bacteria at hundreds of Massachusetts beaches that were reportedly unsafe for swimming in 2020.… MORE
Not nice: Baron Cohen sues Massachusetts cannabis dispensary
Actor Sacha Baron Cohen has sued a Massachusetts cannabis dispensary he says used an image of his character Borat on a billboard without his permission, according to documents filed in U.S. District Court in Boston. … MORE
