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10/04/2026

Helena Foulkes (D) and Ken Block (I) each made the case for why they should be Rhode Island’s next governor at last Wednesday's forum. OSM political reporter Ian Donnis pressed the candidates on cost of living, AI, reproductive rights and more. Watch the highlights here:

Democrat Helena Foulkes and Independent Ken Block each made the cas...

10/03/2026

Kim Ahern, the Democratic nominee for Rhode Island Attorney General, speaks on how she aims to protect reproductive rights, limit gun violence and oversee the use of flock cameras. Click the link below to learn more.

10/02/2026

It's a bird, it's a plane, it's a... Flying boat? Part plane, part boat, the Viceroy was designed to disrupt short-haul air travel with a new way to commute. Learn more at the link in comments.

10/02/2026

Ocean State Media is celebrating its first birthday- and it’s all thanks to you! 🎉

We strive to bring you trusted, distinctly local journalism centered in the community.

We’re here for you because of you.

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10/02/2026

A battle is shaping up as the Town of Portsmouth sues the state, arguing that recent legislation unconstitutionally overrides local control and hands too much power to developers. Will this spark a wave of similar lawsuits from other towns?

A battle is shaping up as the Town of Portsmouth sues the state, ar...

10/02/2026

Looking for plans? We have you covered. Here are three ways to spend this weekend in the Ocean State:

Plus: carve your own iron casting at The Steel Yard and catch Boston retro-soul artist Jill McCracken at AS220

10/01/2026

At last night's gubernatorial forum, candidates Helena Foulkes (Democrat) and Ken Block (Independent) addressed key questions in front of a live audience. Follow the link below for main takeaways from the discussion.

10/01/2026

Kim Ahern discusses her victory over the outgoing AG's preferred successor, her priorities and whether a background in state government will allow her to serve as a truly independent advocate for Rhode Islanders. Watch the full interview:

She outperformed three rivals in a heated Democratic primary and st...

10/01/2026

A lot can happen in a year. And none of it would be possible without you. To our neighbors and supporters across Rhode Island and throughout our region: Thank you for making our local news and storytelling possible — and for making this first year as Ocean State Media an unforgettable one. Here's to all that's to come.

10/01/2026

Thousands of Rhode Islanders lost their healthcare coverage today. Learn who was impacted, and what it means for the state:

About 9,000 non-U.S. citizens in Rhode Island are expected to be impacted by changes to the federal Medicaid law; local experts anticipate more Rhode Islanders will lose coverage next year