Rhode Island is unique in its approach to local government, and its origin can be traced back to Colonial-era communities preferring to govern independently. It’s the only state besides ...

If people were able to use the island year-round for recreation, the government ... all the killing in Rhode Island in any real numbers, was pushed to the brink, its colonies on Prudence and ...

His plan to send American citizens to foreign prisons is the latest in a long series of affronts to the American ...

The 1920s saw renewed individualism as bankers and financial entrepreneurs speculated wildly with consumer deposits and ...

A significant piece of local and American history – one no one knew existed for over 200 years – will soon return home to Spartanburg County.

Rhode Island Democratic state Rep. Joe McNamara wants to combat President Donald Trump’s tariffs by creating a free trade zone in the Ocean State. In a letter addressed to Democratic Gov. Daniel McKee ...

Jamaican born playwright David Heron's romantic comedy drama Love and Marriage and New York City returns to the New York stage this June in celebration of its 25th Anniversary.

In new book 'A Promised Land,' history professor Adam Jortner looks at the role of Jews - then just 0.1% of the population - ...

YORKTOWN, Va. — Colonial National Historical Park will host a special living history event featuring reenactors from the 1st Rhode Island Infantry Regiment on Saturday, April 12, and Sunday, April ...

Xay Khamsyvoravong is the former mayor of Newport, Rhode Island, known for his focus on community development and sustainable ...

U.S. District Judge Mary McElroy in Rhode Island said she will grant the temporary ... U.S. Australia is puzzled by tariffs on remote islands The local government leader of Christmas Island, one of ...