Taxpayers in Chicago are about to shell out another $16. 5 million because city police and officials keep making costly errors. The money covers two fresh cases where officers hurt people and one where the city ignored its own rules for building homes. Arnold Day got $13 million after Chicago detec
Rhode Island just confirmed its second measles case of 2026—a young woman in her 20s who traveled from abroad to visit family. Health officials traced her exposure to Brown University Health Urgent Care in Middletown on April 24. The good news? She didn’t need hospital care. But her case is a remind
Rhode Island’s weather can surprise people in spring, especially when it comes to snow. The last winter was busy with two heavy storms that hit the state in January and February, forcing residents to use shovels. A late‑season snow event is very unlikely now, but the state has seen snowfall in
Taxes shape how much people keep from each paycheck, but those amounts vary wildly depending on where they live. A fresh look at state tax burdens shows Hawaii tops the list, where residents give up 13. 3 percent of their income to state and local taxes—more than double what Alaskans pay. The breakd
Taxpayers who bought a brand‑new car in 2025 may now reduce the amount of interest they pay on their auto loan. The rule comes from a recent law that also dropped taxes on tips and overtime for certain workers and scrapped an electric‑vehicle credit. The new deduction only applies to loans taken aft
Rhode Island is making big plans for AI. They want it to be useful for everyone, not just big tech companies. Schools, hospitals, banks, defense, small businesses, and even the state government could all get a boost from AI. The plan focuses on four main areas: teaching people how to use AI, having
Rhode Island is making big moves to become a leader in artificial intelligence. A special group has come up with a plan to help the state use AI in important areas like education, healthcare, and defense. The goal is to train people to work with AI and make sure the state is ready for the future. T
Tax time is rolling around again, and New Yorkers need to get ready. The state's tax agency has kicked off the 2025 income tax filing season. This is when both the state and federal tax departments start accepting returns. The big deadline is April 15, so mark your calendars. If you need more time,
Rhode Island is lagging behind other states in the battle against invasive plants. A new bill aims to change that by banning the sale of these harmful species. The proposal has gained strong support from environmentalists, gardeners, and conservation groups. Invasive plants pose a serious threat to
Tax season can be a headache for small business owners. It's not just about filling out forms. It's about understanding how taxes impact the health of a business. Many small businesses struggle to survive, and taxes play a big role in that. Small businesses make up a huge part of the U. S. economy.
