In-Water Construction Begins On East Providence's New Washington Bridge

Earlier this year, crews also established construction platforms in the river to support foundation work.

Rhode Island Ranks Near Top For Drowsy Drivers Causing Fatal Crashes: Study

The analysis examined drowsy-driving-coded fatal crash data from the Department of Transportation’s Fatality Analysis Reporting System.

Rhode Island Senate Passes Bill For Disable Drivers To Get 2 Parking Placards

The proposed law would make travel easier for disabled Rhode Island drivers.

Rhode Island Ranks High For Truck Safety: Study

Rhode Island was among the leading states when it comes to truck safety.

Rhode Island's Most Stressful Off-Ramp Revealed

A recent study determined which Rhode Island off-ramp is the most stressful in the state.

Rhode Island Among Deadliest States For Gen Z Fatal Motorcycle Wrecks: Study

A motorcyclist aged 15 to 24 dies every 10 hours, according to the study.

Rhode Island Drivers Most Attentive In Nation: Study

The Ocean State had both the lowest number of distracted driving deaths and the fewest per 100,000 drivers, according to the study.

New Data On Fatal Rhode Island Traffic Crashes Released By Feds

Overall, traffic deaths fell to record lows last year, according to the DOT’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Rhode Island Safest State In America For Spring Break Driving: Study

The study analyzed spring break traffic fatalities using data from the NHTSA.

As Iran Conflict Continues, Here’s What Gas Could Cost In Rhode Island

Crude oil prices have surged about 40% since the combined U.S. and Israeli airstrikes on Iran began.

Rhode Islanders Among America's Most Reckless Drivers: Study

The new study put Rhode Island near the top of the list when it came to states with reckless drivers.

Rhode Island's Truck Traffic Densest In Nation: Study

The study analyzed which states have the highest freight transport road use.

Rhode Island Drivers Reveal State's 3 Most Avoided Winter Roads: Survey

The recent survey of more than 3,000 drivers came up with the most avoided winter roads in Rhode Island.

Rhode Island's Roads 3rd Worst In America: Report

Rhode Island's urban roads were the worst in the nation, according to the Consumer Affairs report.

Rhode Islanders Don't Run Away: Study

A recent study of which states had the most evening hit-and-run crashes per capita gave Rhode Island a very favorable ranking.

Rhode Island Among Safest States For Teen Drivers: Study

Rhode Island had one of the lowest rates for teen fatal crashes, according to the study.

Rhode Island Drivers Pretty Good: Study

The study analyzing drivers in all 50 states put Rhode Island in the top half.

Rhode Island's Roads Worst In America: Study

More than a third of Rhode Island's major roads are in poor condition, the study revealed.

Rhode Island No. 2 In Nation For Speed-Related Crashes: Study

Only one other state for its percentage of fatal crashes involving speeding, the study determined.

Rhode Island 2nd Safest State In America For Truckers: Study

Rhode Island was the second least likely state for a truck driver to get killed on the job, according to the study.

Rhode Island Safest State In US For Driving In Bad Weather: Study

The study analyzed NHTSA crash data from all 50 states.

State Warns Rhode Island Drivers To Watch Out For Deer

Deer tend to move around more during mating season, according to the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management.

RI's TF Green Fastest Growing Airport In US: International Airport Review

T.F. Green was also America's "most liked" airport, according to International Airport Review.

Nighttime Closures to Resume for I-95 and I-295 Bridge Work in Warwick

The closures resume Thursday night.

Rhode Island Named 'Most Chaotic State For Driving' by Travel + Leisure

Massachusetts came in a "close second," Travel + Leisure reported.

Record 4th Of July Travel Expected; When To Get Out Of Rhode Island

Domestic travel is expected to increase by 1.7 million people over 2024 and 7 million more than in pre-pandemic 2019.

Washington Bridge To Undergo A Years-Long Rebuild: Report

Governor Dan McKee and RIDOT officials are expected to share the news in an afternoon news conference, a report said.

RI Small Business Loans Approved In Wake Of Bridge Shutdown: Report

Rhode Island's Congressional delegation explained the "serious toll" the closure of the Washington Bridge will have on local businesses.

Ferry And Bypass Lanes Planned Amid Washington Bridge Closure

The temporary bypass lanes on the bridge are expected to open this weekend, while the ferry is set to begin running within a week or two.

Commuter Rail Train Station Opening In Pawtucket This Month

The station will connect Pawtucket and Central Falls to Boston and create more travel options to get to Providence and T.F. Green Airport.

New RI Rebate Program Offers Big Discounts On Electric Bikes

The rebate program is named for Erika Niedowski, a longtime local journalist and cycling advocate who died two years ago.

Gas Prices Down In RI Ahead Of Labor Day Weekend

Gas prices in Rhode Island are below $4 for the first time all summer, according to AAA.

See The Top 10 Most Stressful Cities In RI To Drive: HiRoad Study

The study also found that the worst pet peeve for Rhode Island drivers is cyclists, followed by traffic, potholes and red light runners.

Gas Prices In RI Fall For 5th Straight Week: AAA

Despite an increase in demand, Rhode Island gas prices are down about 30 cents since last month.

Married RI Couple Dies In Seekonk Crash

The couple was hit by a Jeep while trying to drive across Route 44, authorities said.

Police Identify RI Man Killed In I-95 Crash In Foxborough

State Police said the man died after striking a guardrail on the driver's side of the car.

Gas Prices Climb As High As $5 Per Gallon In RI

As the national average for a gallon of gas hits $4.86, Rhode Island drivers are already paying an average of $4.94.

RI Memorial Day 2022 Travel Guide: Worst Times To Drive, Fly

Brace yourself for the busiest Memorial Day weekend in years, with millions driving and flying, even with record gas prices.

Traffic Deaths Remain Consistent In RI

The USDOT released early estimates of last year's traffic fatalities, and Rhode Island was one of the few states whose rate didn't rise.

RI Defies Trend As U.S. Pedestrian Deaths Jump In 1st Half Of 2021

While most of the country saw pedestrian deaths increase, they're down 30 percent in Rhode Island.