Rhode Island Scandals and Storms | Providence News

Providence News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 4, 2026 · 1m

A former Barrington Christian Academy teacher faces federal charges for allegedly coercing a minor and impersonating a federal agent, while another Massachusetts man is arrested for traveling to Warwick with intent to exploit a 14-year-old girl. The Rhode Island Ethics Commission moves to appeal a court ruling that undermines its authority, and authorities investigate the mysterious death of a woman found inside a vehicle on the RI College campus. Meanwhile, sunshine returns to Southern New England after recent storms, bringing calm winds and clearer skies. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on…