The Museum of the City of New York is launching a new investigation into the remains of a vessel found beneath lower ...

The trial of John T. Scopes was an irresistible spectacle that pitted evolution against religion, with public schools as the ...

The visit of the 17-year cicadas isn't particularly long, but it can bring back memories of cicada summers from long ago.

Most people know that the July 4th holiday celebrates the day the United States of America gained its Independence (the […] ...

(WJAR) — Amid criticism over Rhode Island's handling of America's 250th birthday, the state has debuted a partnership with ...

Some exhibits and events are already underway in Providence and Newport to mark the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.

Providence and Newport swim in attention from Rhode Island visitors, but there’s plenty to see beyond the city and the sea in the Ocean State. Here are five destinations, from quiet New England harbor ...

If passed, Rhode Island's so-called "Taylor Swift Tax" would establish a new tax rate for non-primary residences valued at more than $1 million.

Members of the United Nurses & Allied Professionals Local 5098 voted to authorize a strike at Rhode Island Hospital and Hasbro Children's Hospital.

A Bellingham, Massachusetts, police sergeant is facing several charges, including operating under the influence, after an incident in Rhode Island.

Rhode Island lawmakers want to tax luxury homeowners who spend less than half the year in their second homes in the state a hefty surcharge.

Here are four changes – pending the governor’s signature – coming to health care in Rhode Island from the end of session of the General Assembly: Medicaid and hospital payment reimbursement ...