Senate Majority Leader Valarie Lawson and Majority Whip David Tikoian appeared at a brief press conference to ask the media and the public to give senators some time to grieve the loss of their friend ...

For years North Kingstown has tried to build a new middle school. Now the town is closer than ever, but it is running into ...

The midway point is closer than you think. Here's how we ranked the state's best softball teams after the third week of the ...

Pope Francis died Easter Monday, the Vatican announced. Here's a look at his time in the United States, including if he ever visited Rhode Island.

We explain why coaches need to be better about getting attention for their sport and then break down the top teams in all four divisions of boys lacrosse.

We explain why coaches need to be better about getting attention for their sport and then break down the top teams in all four divisions of girls lacrosse.

The Crescent Park carousel, originally steam-powered and gas-lit, was Looff's showroom, and it cemented Rhode Island's place ...

The time has arrived to announce the 2025 Providence Journal Winter All-State teams. No one covers more high school sports ...

He called Ruggerio's passing the "end of an era at the State House, where Donny was a true giant for well over four decades. On behalf of the House of Representatives, we extend our deepest sympathies ...

Ruggerio served in the General Assembly for nearly 44 years and was reelected to more than 20 consecutive terms.

The temperature reached 80 degrees for the first time this year on Saturday, April 19, and more above normal temperatures are on the way this work week.

The Providence Journal is highlighting outstanding student nominees from Rhode Island high schools. Nominees are recognized for academic achievement, community service, and extracurricular involvement ...