Providence was founded by Roger Williams in 1636, making it nearly 400 years old. According to the National Parks Service ...

This story was updated because an earlier version included an inaccurate headline." As Rhode Island's capital, Providence is ...

Food and politics are intertwined in Rhode Island, particularly at the State House, where lawmakers eat well. Here's how much ...

If you’re looking for a new worthwhile investment that could have a broader societal impact, Jessica David and the team at ...

Hasbro – named for the two brothers, Henry and Helal Hassenfeld, who launched the company in Providence as a maker of pencil ...

The US central bank slashed borrowing costs for the first time in four years, which experts said could help stabilize the ...

Several local police departments will soon have more backup and additional federal resources to crack down on drug trafficking.

Voters in Rhode Island's Senate primary on Tuesday chose the two candidates who will represent the Republican and Democrat ...

Rhode Island's newest congressman, Rep. Gabe Amo, was officially been sworn last November, less than a week after winning the ...

Rhode Island's independent streak – it was the only state to reject ratification of the 18th Amendment banning the manufacture and sale of alcohol in 1920 – dates back to its 17th century ...