Washington, DC – TODAY, Congressman Gabe Amo (D-RI) issued the following statement on the passing of former Massachusetts Congressman Barney Frank: “I’m saddened to learn of former Congressman Barney Frank’s passing.   From his work to support our economy through crisis to his leadership defending LGBTQ+ rights, Congressman Frank made a lasting impact on America.   […]Read More

Rhode Island’s Largest Grocery and Food Workers Union Backs Matos in 2026 Race   PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Lieutenant Governor Sabina Matos today announced the endorsement of the United Food and Commercial Workers (UFCW), the union representing thousands of Rhode Island grocery store workers, food processing employees, and retail workers across the state.   The UFCW […]Read More

PROVIDENCE, R.I. – Attorney General Peter F. Neronha announced today that a Pawtucket man has been found guilty in Providence County Superior Court for the 2023 murder of 27-year-old Emmanuel Torres Plaza in Central Falls. On May 13, 2026, following the conclusion of a six-day trial before Superior Court Justice Robert D. Krause, a jury […]Read More

Providence, RI –– Providence Police have arrested and charged 18-year-old Charles Ortiz of Cranston in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred during the early morning hours of May 11, 2026. On Monday, May 11, 2026, at approximately 2:15 a.m., Providence Police officers responded to the area of Swift Street and Silver Spring Street for […]Read More