Rhode Island’s unemployment rate ticked up in January, even as employers added jobs
The state’s jobless rate rose to 4.6 percent, compared to 3.9 percent a year ago, according to the labor department.
'Demand for our help did not diminish'; RI Foundation gave nearly $87M in grants in 2024
The Rhode Island Foundation awarded nearly $87 million in grants to more than 2,500 nonprofit organizations in 2024.
RI farmers, schools brace for impact of USDA funding cuts
Rhode Island farmers, schools, and food pantries are preparing to feel the effects of the U.S. Department of Agriculture's ...
This RI food festival is one of the best in the country, per USA TODAY. How to go this year
Seafood lovers, Rhode Island has the perfect festival for you. USA TODAY 10BEST Readers' Choice Awards just released its ...
Rhode Island marks 5 years since COVID-19 school closures, reflects on lessons learned
Dr. Leonard Mermel, medical director of the Department of Epidemiology and Infection Control at Brown University Health, ...
How many Irish people live in Rhode Island? A look at the most Irish states in the country
Rhode Island is one of the most Irish states in the country. With St. Patrick's Day just around the corner, Irish ...
What is the state of RI’s job market?
The Boston Globe's Omar Mohammed, joined 12 News at 4 to discuss the state's current job market and where things are heading ...
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RI Unemployment Rises to 4.6% — Highest in Three Plus Years
The Rhode Island unemployment rate increased to 4.6% in January of 2025. It was the highest level since October of 2021.
Rhode Island basketball bounced from A-10 Tournament. What happened
Fordham (12-20, 15th seed) started fast, making its first four shots and eventually building a 22-point lead with 6:47 left ...
Hybrid work, ghostly downtowns: How the pandemic changed work in Rhode Island
Remote work has turned downtowns into ghost towns since 2020, but five years later, some employees want to come back. Will ...
Rhode Island Airport Corporation, Council 94 approve new wages with retroactive pay hikes
The Rhode Island Airport Corporation and Council 94 both approved a new collective bargaining agreement on Thursday.
Rhode Island FC coach Khano Smith rewarded with contract extension ahead of the season
RIFC was ousted by the Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC, 3-0, in November, but Smith managed the club through the Eastern Conference. The Cinderella run included wins over perennial contender, ...