One year into a three-year contract, RI Life Science Hub’s first CEO departs

The Rhode Island Life Science Hub is about to lose its first permanent leader, just over a year into his three-year contract. Dr. Mark Turco will step down as president and CEO of the state-funded ...

LIVE: Latest updates on Rhode Island blizzard, travel ban

A blizzard warning is in effect for Rhode Island, with forecasters predicting over 20 inches of snow. Governor McKee declared a state of emergency and a travel ban, with widespread power outages ...
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Rhode Island Current reporter wins top A-Mark Prize for Investigative Journalism

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Rhode Island Current Reporter Alexander Castro was honored with a first place A-Mark Award at the New England Newspaper & Press ...
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Lieutenant governor’s race expands as Khamsyvoravong kicks off campaign

Alexander Castro, Rhode Island CurrentMarch 2, 2026 Newport City Councilor and former mayor Xaykham “Xay” Khamsyvoravong joined a group of seasoned health care workers for breakfast at the IHOP near ...
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R.I.’s sportsbook market may open up to competition next year. Here’s who’s waiting in the wings.

A computer monitor displays the Sportsbook RI website, Rhode Island’s sole online source for wagering on sports games run by Brightstar. (Photo by Christopher Shea/Rhode Island Current) State gambling ...
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Two years later, life goes on for Rhode Islanders as they wait for Washington Bridge rebuild

A sign on the East Side of Providence states the rebuild of a new Washington Bridge is 'on budget' and 'on time' for completion in November 2028. (Photo by Christopher Shea/Rhode Island Current) ...
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Providence tiny home community for homeless tenants gets new lease

ECHO Village in Providence, shown here on Oct. 28, 2025, has 45 cabins that provide a safe space for people who are homeless. (Photo by Christopher Shea/Rhode Island Current) Rhode Island’s first ...