One Small Law, One Big Win for Rhode Island Drivers

Rhode Island Takes a Stand on Insurance Questions Starting January 1, 2026, Rhode Islanders will no longer have to worry about paying extra for simply asking their auto insurance provider a question. Sounds surprising, right? But until now, insurers in the …

AAA: Rhode Island pump prices ease down a penny ahead of holiday week

PROVIDENCE — Northeast gasoline prices are mostly staying put after a tumultuous week for oil and gas markets that ultimately ended with sharply lower crude oil prices and less pressure on prices at the pump. This is good news for drivers heading into the …

Famous Rhode Island oyster bar reopens weeks after massive fire

Updated on: June 30, 2025 / 6:36 PM EDT / CBS Boston Popular Rhode Island restaurant opens new outdoor tent area after devastating fire Popular Rhode Island restaurant opens new outdoor tent area after devastating fire 00:49 The Matunuck Oyster Bar …

Popular Rhode Island restaurant opens new outdoor tent area after devastating fire

Where to Watch Fourth of July Fireworks in Rhode Island and Southeastern Massachusetts

Rhode Island and Southeastern Massachusetts are lighting up the skies this week with a jam-packed lineup of Fourth of July fireworks displays. From coastal towns to city centers, the celebrations kick off as early as July 1 and continue through the weekend …

Rhode Island State Archives to display Declaration of Independence during special holiday hours

Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore and the Rhode Island State Archives today announced that the State Archives will be open for special Independence Day hours on July 4 so that the public can view Rhode Island’s three copies of the Declaration of …

Rhode Island Strengthens Laws to Protect Public Shoreline Access

Rhode Island lawmakers are drawing a hard line at the water’s edge. A pair of bills sponsored by Sen. Victoria Gu, Rep. Terri Cortvriend, and Rep. Kathleen Fogarty aimed at protecting the public’s right to access the state’s shoreline were signed into law …

Average gas prices in Rhode Island go down a penny before the holiday

(WJAR) — The average price of gas fell by a penny in Rhode Island this week ahead of the 4th of July holiday. Last week, there was a dramatic rise of 9 cents. According to AAA Northeast, the average gas price in the state is $3.06. AAA Northeast believes …

Rhode Island’s Beloved Hot Dog Spot in Cranston Is Back Open

Wein-O-Rama, the beloved Cranston hot dog joint known for its classic Rhode Island “all the way” weenies, has officially reopened under new ownership, and did it in style. To kick things off, competitive eating champion Geoff Esper stopped by and ate a …

Anchor Medical to close all locations in Rhode Island

(WJAR) — All Anchor Medical locations in Rhode Island will close on Monday. The health care group announced the closure in April. The company said it's because of a shortage of primary care doctors and rising costs. The group said that any medical …