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4+ hour, 5+ min ago  (268+ words) U.S. District Court in Rhode Island announced April 2 that it is accepting applications for U.S. Attorney, as the deadline for the Senate to name someone to the permanent post approaches. How did we get here?: Then-Attorney General Pam Bondi on Dec. 29 appointed…...

2+ hour, 51+ min ago  (631+ words) Small state, big personalities. The twelfth installment of "The Real Housewives" franchise is here " it's time to meet "The Real Housewives of Rhode Island." Officially announced in May 2025, "RHORI" follows eight women in the Ocean State with "deep roots" and…...

12+ hour, 9+ min ago  (76+ words) The vote focuses on a January ordinance introduced by city councilors, which would cap annual rent increases at 4% for certain households. The proposal has divided proponents on the council and Mayor Brett Smiley, who opposes the plan. The vote focuses…...

1+ hour, 36+ min ago  (1149+ words) The Real Housewives of Rhode Island Premieres Tonight! The Real Housewives of Rhode Island break down the culture, lifestyle, and best spots to visit in their home state. To visitors, Rhode Island might read as a charming coastal escape. But…...

14+ hour, 4+ min ago  (66+ words) In Wednesday night's address to the nation, President Trump declared, "We're now totally independent of the Middle East, and yet, we are there to help." His assertions overlook key goods that come ... 12 News Reporter Barbara Ron has been tracking this…...

14+ hour, 4+ min ago  (535+ words) Providence City Council leaders have a plan to make affordable housing easier to build in the capital city via a new tax structure for eligible development. The Providence BUILD Act was announced by Council President Rachel Miller and Deputy Majority…...

14+ hour, 2+ min ago  (93+ words) Globe Rhode Island Reporter Christopher Gavin joins 12 News at 4 to discuss the reorganization happening in the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion office and the concerns faculty raised about the move. Globe Rhode Island Reporter Christopher Gavin joins 12 News at 4 to discuss…...

1+ hour, 10+ min ago  (901+ words) PROVIDENCE " State Representative David Morales's campaign is touting an internal poll putting him ahead of incumbent Mayor Brett Smiley, with less than six months until the Democratic primary. The text and web poll of 306 likely Democratic primary voters, which was…...

14+ hour, 2+ min ago  (261+ words) Providence forward Duncan Powell (31) defends against St. John during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game Jan. 3, 2026, in New York. Credit: AP/Adam Hunger WARWICK, R.I. " Providence basketball player Duncan Powell for the second time this week pleaded not…...

21+ hour, 37+ min ago  (1827+ words) Whether you already love seafood or just feel like trying a place that locals clearly know is special, this unassuming Rhode Island spot makes a strong impression fast. After one visit, I completely understood the hype. Every plate felt like…...