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Golden State Valkyries' Kaitlyn Chen defends Connecticut Sun's Aneesah Morrow in 2nd quarter during WNBA game at Chase Center in San Francisco on Sunday, June 22, 2025.

Could the WNBA’s Connecticut Sun relocate to Rhode Island?

Governor Dan McKee had a meeting recently to discuss the possibility of relocating the team to Providence.

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With LGBTQ rights under attack, R.I. hiking group provides community, sanctuary

“Merely by existing we’re being activists, especially in today’s current climate,” Queer Hikes founder Mel Thibeault said on the R.I. Report podcast. “I could kind of get scared and hide, or show up for my community.”

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Providence College retaliated against psychologist who spoke out over gender, racial disparities, lawsuit alleges

A former Athletic Department psychologist alleges she was terminated after raising concerns, including about responses to former coach Ed Cooley's resignation, and the arrest of a Black student-athlete.

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A golfer’s guide to Rhode Island’s newest nine-hole course

If you’re looking for a new course while you’re on vacation this month, you have to check this course out.

Free Jacks 28, SaberCats 22
New England Free Jacks win third straight Major League Rugby championship
The Free Jacks never trailed Saturday, delighting the announced crowd of 5,702 at Pawtucket's Centreville Bank Stadium.

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New England Free Jacks one victory away from three-peating as Major League Rugby champions
The championship match will be played Saturday at Centreville Bank Stadium in Pawtucket, R.I.

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Young Red Sox star Roman Anthony enjoying being a ‘first-timer’ at historic Wrigley Field

Much like he does at his home field of Fenway Park, Anthony appreciated the iconic venue, noting his family was also in attendance because his father “loves this place.”

Brian Harman (65) makes move in second round of British Open

Among those who finished early on Friday, Harman at 8-under 134 was three shots clear of a group that included Harris English (70), Rasmus Hojgaard (68), Tyrrell Hatton (69), and Robert MacIntyre (66).

Game 99: Red Sox at Cubs lineups and notes for matinee at Wrigley

Lucas Giolito will be on the mound when the Red sox open a three-game series with the Cubs Friday afternoon at Wrigley Field.

The Red Sox’ Ceddanne Rafaela and Cubs All-Star Pete Crow-Armstrong have similar skill sets — and mutual admiration

This season, especially lately, Rafaela has been great. Crow-Armstrong has been even better.

Patriots offensive line preview: Will offseason upgrades, including drafting Will Campbell fourth overall, pay off?

New England’s offensive line was among the worst in the league last season.

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Memorabilia from the longest game played in 1981 between the Pawtucket Red Sox and the Rochester Red Wings in a ceremony at the site of the old McCoy Stadium on June 23, 2025, in Pawtucket. The stadium was demolished and it will become the site of the new Pawtucket High School.

Hidden treasure, revealed: The time capsule from baseball’s longest game is opened in Pawtucket

Noah White was 9 years old when he watched his dad plant a time capsule at McCoy Stadium in 1981. He recently saw the capsule’s contents unveiled. 5:55 a.m.

Free Jacks 21, Hounds 20

The New England Free Jacks will play for a third straight Major League Rugby title on June 28 in Pawtucket, R.I.

Wild comeback, late penalty miss send New England Free Jacks back to Major League Rugby championship game

The two-time reigning league champs erased a 17-0 second-half deficit and will play at Pawtucket's Centreville Bank Stadium on June 28. 7:16 p.m.

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Two-time Olympian Evita Griskenas rehearses ahead of the rhythmic gymnastics championships in Providence, which start Thursday. (Steph Machado/Globe Staff)

Thousands descend on Providence for USA Gymnastics championships. How does R.I. lure so many sporting events?

The taxpayer-funded effort to get sporting events to come to the Ocean State has garnered 125 bookings in the past two years. 5:55 a.m.

Rhode Island FC 2, North Carolina FC 1

Rhode Island FC has built a fervent fan base in its second season, including primary supporters group Defiance 1636.

Rhode Island FC breaks through for first win at Pawtucket’s Centreville Bank Stadium

Maxi Rodriguez converted a penalty in the fifth minute of second half stoppage time for a victory in USL Championship play. 10:58 p.m.

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The seawall that the Quidnessett Country Club built at the 14th hole of its golf course in North Kingstown, R.I.

R.I. coastal regulators order country club to take down the seawall it built without permission

The Quidnessett Country Club asked for a hearing officer, but the Coastal Resources Management Council gave the club 120 days to tear down the wall and restore the site near its golf course. 2:12 p.m.