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A new proposal would replace R.I.’s controversial coastal regulator

If approved, the CRMC would be replaced with a state agency whose leader reports directly to the governor.

COMMENTARY | MIKE RAIA

Ed Cooley owes PC Friars fans nothing more than what he’s already given

In the 11 years Coach Cooley was the Mayor of Friartown, he reinvigorated a basketball program that was teetering toward irrelevance, and he elevated the broader recognition and reputation of Providence College.

college basketball

Georgetown is hiring Ed Cooley away from Providence after 12-year run

Cooley coached the Friars to a Big East regular-season title, a conference title, and seven NCAA appearances. He replaces Patrick Ewing, whose tenure at his alma mater ended after six seasons.

RI POLITICS

R.I. Senator Cano files to run for Congress

Cano, a Pawtucket Democrat, filed a statement of candidacy to run for the First Congressional District seat that Representative David Cicilline is vacating.

RI POLITICS

Foulkes decides against running for Congress in R.I.

“Right now, I believe that I can have a bigger impact in the long run by working with members of our community on local issues here at home,” the former CVS executive and gubernatorial candidate told supporters.

RHODE MAP

The Ed Cooley watch continues

Georgetown is doing everything it can to hire the Providence College coach -- and he's listening. WPRI is reporting that his house in East Greenwich is up for sale.

RI FOOD & DINING NEWSLETTER

🍳 Learn how to make this delicious Portuguese breakfast

Get tips from a pro on how to prepare a beloved breakfast: ovos com molho de tomate e cebola.

INNOVATOR Q&A

What are the health consequences astronauts face when launching into space?

A University of Rhode Island researcher is working on easing the havoc the lack of gravity has on the muscular, skeletal, and metabolic systems in space.