Across Rhode Island|News|
Rhode Island General Assembly Passes Bill To Increase Road Rage Penalties
The proposed ‘Casey’s Law’ was named in memory of Johnston woman killed on Interstate 295 last year.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
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Joseph Hosey was with Patch from 2010 to 2017 and returned in 2025. Hosey is a National Press Club John Aubuchon Press Freedom Award winner, was named the Northern Illinois University Journalist of the Year, was inducted into the Northern Illinois University Hall of Fame, and won Columnist of the Year awards from both the Illinois Associated Press and the Illinois Press Association. Hosey authored a book about the Drew Peterson case, "Fatal Vows: The Tragic Wives of Sergeant Drew Peterson," which was made into the record-setting Lifetime movie "Drew Peterson: Untouchable."
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Rhode Island Legislators Pass Bill To Make Attempting To Disarm A Cop A Felony
The bill now heads to the governor.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Attleboro, MA|News|
Rhode Island Man Gets Life In Prison For North Attleboro Murder
He was convicted of shooting a man in the belly as he stood in the threshold of his High Street apartment.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
East Providence, RI|News|
East Providence Man Gets Life In Prison For Massachusetts Murder
He was convicted of shooting a man in the belly as he stood in the threshold of his North Attleboro apartment.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Framingham, MA|News|
E-Biker Med Flighted To Tufts After Collision With Car In Framingham: Cops
The driver of the car remained at the scene of the crash, police said.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Across Rhode Island|News|
Rhode Island General Assembly Passes Bill Limiting ICE Powers At Courthouses
The proposed law would protect people attending, traveling to or leaving court.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Across Rhode Island|News|
NRA Celebrates Failure Of Rhode Island Gun Control Bills To Advance
The National Rifle Association lauded the lack of action after the state endured two mass shootings in the last six months.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Providence, RI|News|
Providence Massage Spa Owner Charged With Selling Sexual Favors Loses License
The woman's massage license was summarily suspended by the state pending an investigation.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Across Rhode Island|News|
West Warwick Woman Charged With Stealing More Than $10K Worth Of Property: Cops
The woman surrendered to troopers, police said.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Warwick, RI|News|
Gun Found In Bushes By Warwick Little League Field After Report Of Armed Child: Cops
Police found the weapon after "officers learned that a firearm may have been discarded in the immediate area," police said.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Across Rhode Island|News|
Flesh-Eating Fly Returns To U.S.: What To Know In RI
Veterinarians and animal owners are being advised to watch pets and livestock for wounds that do not heal.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Across Rhode Island|News|
El Niño 'Imminent,' Could Reshape Weather Patterns. Here’s What It Means For RI
AccuWeather expert meteorologists said the developing El Niño is unusual because it is expected to begin early and strengthen quickly.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Across Rhode Island|News|
1-Year-Old Child Involved With Rhode Island DCYF Dies: State
The Rhode Island Office of the Child Advocate was notified of the death, according to the Department of Children, Youth & Families.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Across Rhode Island|News|
Oldest Bar + Women Charged With Sex Crimes + 18-Year-Old Dies: RI Week In Review
Here are the top 10 most popular stories and posts from around Rhode Island Patch sites last week.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
North Smithfield, RI|News|
Prowlers Caught On Video Stealing Guns From Vacant North Smithfield Home: Cops
The home has been unoccupied since the death of the resident, police said.
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Barnstable-Hyannis, MA|News|
ICE Arrests Brazilian Man In Hyannis
The man was wanted on drug charges in Brazil, according to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Across Rhode Island|News|
Rhode Island Legislators Pass Bill To Make Crash Data Public
The intent of the proposed law is to enable the public to access and analyze data and advocate for safety improvements.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Across Rhode Island|News|
Rhode Island Bill To Ban Invasive Plants Passes Through General Assembly
The bill now heads to the governor's office.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Across Rhode Island|News|
Rhode Island Governor Signs Law Expanding Access To Justice For Child Sex Abuse Victims
The new law amends the statute of limitations for claims of sexual abuse of a child.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Across Rhode Island|News|
Bravo 'Exclusive': 'Real Housewives Of Rhode Island' Housewives Wore Fancy Dresses For Reunion
"The women looked so stunning in their ensembles," Bravo revealed.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
