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Rhode Island FC Finds Uneasy Stride
Rhode Island FC secured a 3-2 victory over Miami FC at FIU Stadium, extending their unbeaten streak to five matches,by far the longest of their inaugural campaign.
RIFC defender Frank Nodarse and striker Albert “Chico” Dikwa were pivotal with goals, giving RIFC a commanding 3-0 lead. Despite late efforts from Miami, which included goals from Frank Lopez and Roberto Molino — Rhode Island FC’s defending proved enough to clinch the win – if only just barely.
This victory marks RIFC’S third in the last five games, positioning them strongly for upcoming matches against Birmingham Legion FC and North Carolina FC and the playoff run in the back half of the season.
The first half saw Rhode Island open the scoring in the 11th minute when Marc Ybarra set up Nodarse for a headed goal from a free kick. Miami FC responded with early pressure but failed to convert its chances, including a close opportunity for Frank Lopez in the 37th minute.
Later, in first-half stoppage time, Dikwa extended RIFC’s lead with a well-taken volley that hit the crossbar before going in, assisted by RIFC defender Karifa Yao. This one may not be without controversy as multiple players collided ahead of the shot and completely obscured the play in front of Miami goalkeeper Felipe Rodriguez.
Although Rhode Island scored twice in the first half, the second half proved even more exciting as Dikwa continued his scoring spree early, heading in RIFC winger Jojea Kwizera’s cross to make it 3-0. Dikwa and Kwizera have made a deadly pair in recent weeks accounting for several of Rhode Island’s goals and assists.
However, despite Rhode Island FC’s commanding lead Miami FC were not out. First, they managed to pull one back in the 62nd minute through Frank Lopez’s deflected shot, which beat RIFC goalkeeper Koke Vegas; who had reclaimed the spot from fellow goalkeeper Jackson Lee.
Miami, smelling blood in the water, intensified their attack and scored again in the 78th minute through Roberto Molino but Rhode Island FC held on defensively to see out the match in front of a very sparse Miami home crowd.
Both Jackson Lee and Koke Vegas have put in star turns between the sticks this season but they have also both allowed head-scratching goals that have — at times — allowed opponents back into games,and cost Rhode Island key points. Will RIFC head coach Khano Smith continue to ride the hot hand, or will he have a clear No. 1 going forward? Only time will tell.
Rhode Island FC will play away to Birmingham Legion FC on Wednesday, July 17 at 8 pm ET before returning home to host North Carolina FC on Saturday, July 27 at 7:30 pm ET at Beirne Stadium in Smithfield, Rhode Island.
CUMBERLAND, R.I. (WPRI) – Police in Cumberland are investigating what officials are classifying at this time as a suspicious death.
Investigators have been on the scene at 46 E Barrow St. all day, with detectives in and out of the home.
The Rhode Island State Police sent their mobile crime lab to the scene. The entire house is taped off.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates as we work to gather more information.
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Watch: Chariho softball beats North Kingstown to reach title game
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Super Saturday has arrived.
Today is the busiest day of the 2026 RIIL spring sports schedule, with championships being play at Rhode Island College and Brown University. Baseball, softball, lacrosse, volleyball and track and field athletes will all be chasing gold.
It’s a lot of keep track of, so here’s a handy schedule of the day’s events to keep your head from spinning.
High School Schedule – June 6
⚾BASEBALL – State Championship Game 2
No. 1 Hendricken vs. No. 3 East Providence at Rhode Island College, 12 p.m.
⚾BASEBALL – D-II Championship Game 1
No. 2 West Warwick vs. No. 1 East Greenwich at Rhode Island College, 4 p.m.
🥎SOFTBALL – D-I Championship Game
No. 2 Chariho vs. No. 1 La Salle at Rhode Island College, 5:30 p.m.
🥎SOFTBALL – D-II Championship
No. 7 Ponaganset vs. No. 1 Lincoln at Rhode Island College, 7:30 p.m.
🥍BOYS LACROSSE – State Championship
No. 1 La Salle vs. No. 2 Moses Brown at Brown University, 11 a.m.
🥍BOYS LACROSSE – D-II Championship
No. 1 Westerly vs. No. 3 Portsmouth at Brown University, 1:30 p.m.
🥍BOYS LACROSSE – D-III Championship
No. 1 Mt. Hope vs. No. 3 Lincoln at Brown University, 4 p.m.
🥍BOYS LACROSSE – D-IV Championship
No. 1 Scituate vs. No. 2 Rogers at Brown University, 6 p.m.
🏃Track and Field
RIIL Boys State Championship Meet at Brown University, 11 a.m.
RIIL Girls State Championship Meet at Brown University, 11 a.m.
🏐BOYS VOLLEYBALL – State Championship
No. 1 La Salle vs. No. 2 Hendricken, 5 p.m.
🏐BOYS VOLLEYBALL – D-II Championship
No. 1 West Warwick vs. No. 2 Westerly at Rhode Island College, 2:30 p.m.
🏐BOYS VOLLEYBALL – D-III Championship
No. 1 Mt. Hope vs. No. 3 Exeter-West Greenwich, 12 p.m.
The Rhode Island Lottery offers multiple draw games for those aiming to win big.
Here’s a look at June 5, 2026, results for each game:
Winning Mega Millions numbers from June 5 drawing
13-30-50-52-66, Mega Ball: 02
Check Mega Millions payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Numbers numbers from June 5 drawing
Midday: 5-3-4-8
Evening: 6-7-9-7
Check Numbers payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Wild Money numbers from June 5 drawing
01-06-07-12-32, Extra: 05
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Winning Millionaire for Life numbers from June 5 drawing
06-38-51-54-55, Bonus: 05
Check Millionaire for Life payouts and previous drawings here.
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Are you a winner? Here’s how to claim your prize
- Prizes less than $600 can be claimed at any Rhode Island Lottery Retailer. Prizes of $600 and above must be claimed at Lottery Headquarters, 1425 Pontiac Ave., Cranston, Rhode Island 02920.
- Mega Millions and Powerball jackpot winners can decide on cash or annuity payment within 60 days after becoming entitled to the prize. The annuitized prize shall be paid in 30 graduated annual installments.
- Winners of the Millionaire for Life top prize of $1,000,000 a year for life and second prize of $100,000 a year for life can decide to collect the prize for a minimum of 20 years or take a lump sum cash payment.
When are the Rhode Island Lottery drawings held?
- Powerball: 10:59 p.m. ET on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.
- Mega Millions: 11:00 p.m. ET on Tuesday and Friday.
- Lucky for Life: 10:30 p.m. ET daily.
- Millionaire for Life: 11:15 p.m. ET daily.
- Numbers (Midday): 1:30 p.m. ET daily.
- Numbers (Evening): 7:29 p.m. ET daily.
- Wild Money: 7:29 p.m. ET on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday.
This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by a Rhode Island editor. You can send feedback using this form.
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